News: Recreation
Ballina Council to enhance beach access at Lighthouse Beach
Ballina Council to enhance beach access at Lighthouse Beach Ballina Shire Council has advised that it will soon start work on a new beach access ramp and improved emergency...
Feb 5, 2025
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Aquatics
New report reveals potential of Adventure Tourism in Asia and Oceania
The recent release of the 2024 Adventure Tourism Development Index (ATDI) report has provided a fresh post-pandemic look at the adventure tourism landscape, highlighting...
Feb 5, 2025
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Security
Second RockWire route introduced at Mt Buller's via ferrata experience
A year after the opening of Australia’s first via ferrata (iron path) experience, Victoria’s Mt Buller has introduced a second route at its summit. The new Route 2 at RockWire...
Feb 4, 2025
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Community feedback drives Newcastle Ocean Baths upgrade
The City of Newcastle Council has advised of the progress of its plans for the final stage redevelopment of the Newcastle Ocean Baths following feedback from the community. The...
Feb 4, 2025
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Aquatics
Sunshine Coast Council extends lifeguard service at popular beach
Sunshine Coast Council, together with Surf Life Saving Queensland, has extended daily lifeguard services at Caloundra's Happy Valley Beach until May 2025. The move will see...
Feb 4, 2025
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Selwyn Aquatic Centre to introduce Lynxight drowning prevention technology
Selwyn Aquatic Centre will be the first New Zealand swimming pool to use Lynxight drowning prevention technology to help keep pool users safe. Installation of the system - which...
Feb 4, 2025
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Aquatics
Pools at Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre set for refurbishment
Victoria’s State Sport Centres (SSC) has advised that the outdoor 50 metre pool and indoor multipurpose pool at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC) will close for...
Feb 4, 2025
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$1.5 million investment for popular Hobart sport precinct
The busiest sports precinct in Hobart is set to receive upgrades to allow for greater capacity following a $1.5 million investment by the Tasmanian Government. Advising that...
Feb 4, 2025
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Recreation
New incidence of pool deck violence at City of Casey aquatic centre
Weeks after the assault of a lifeguard at the Casey ARC, a brawl is understood to have occurred on the pool desk at the weekend at another of the City of Casey’s aquatic...
Feb 3, 2025
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Western Australia’s innovative outdoor experiences secure funding
Funding from the Western Australian Government will provide 15 local community organisations the opportunity to deliver an array of innovative outdoor recreation activities...
Feb 3, 2025
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Environment
IOC, IPC and IAKS opens entries for biennial international architectural awards
The International Olympic Committee (IOC), the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) and the International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities (IAKS) are inviting...
Feb 2, 2025
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Baw Baw primary school to transform into new community recreational asset
Baw Baw Shire Council is transitioning the former Yarragon Primary School site into a brand-new community asset. The $1.77 million project is a joint venture between Council and...
Feb 2, 2025
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Parks
Shellharbour Council team wins Illawarra Lifeguard Challenge
Shellharbour City Council are proud of the efforts of their lifeguards after winning the Illawarra’s Annual Lifeguard Challenge at Surf Beach Kiama. Shellharbour’s dedicated...
Feb 1, 2025
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Ninja assault course among Ballajura Intergenerational Playspace offerings
Perth’s City of Swan has advised that the new $6.5 million Ballajura Intergenerational Playspace – Weitj Park on Oxleigh Drive has officially opened with offerings including an...
Feb 1, 2025
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Parks
Construction commences on Ellenbrook aquatic and recreation centre
The City of Swan, located in Perth’s eastern region has advised that construction has commenced on the $108 million regional-level Ellenbrook aquatic and recreation centre -...
Jan 31, 2025
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Aquatics
Revamped Goldfields Basketball Stadium gets official opening
The revamped Goldfields Basketball Stadium has been officially opened by Western Australian Premier Roger Cook following a $14.8 million transformation. The project was anchored...
Jan 31, 2025
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Venues
Athletics Australia reveals new brand identity
Athletics Australia has announced a new brand identity, renaming itself as Australian Athletics. A statement introducing the rebrand advised “that (it) reflects the sport’s...
Jan 31, 2025
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Ninja Parc opens new ACT facility
Ninja Parc has today held the grand opening of its latest location in the Canberra suburb of Fyshwick. Bringing the nation's capital its first-ever indoor childrens’ play centre...
Jan 30, 2025
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New Launceston tennis centre now open for the community
Launceston’s new $3.1 million tennis centre is officially open and ready to serve up a powerful impact on the local sports scene. The Launceston Tennis, Community and Events...
Jan 30, 2025
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Surfaces
Green Flag Award recognise Sunshine Coast parks
A pair of public parks on the Sunshine Coast have once again been internationally recognised, with Buderim Village Park and Kings Beach Park and Community Precinct receiving the...
Jan 30, 2025
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Parks
Entrance Control's GymGate solution offers affordable security for aquatic and fitness facilities
A new range of security gates is helping gyms, aquatic and recreation centres and fitness clubs protect their facilities and boost revenue without stretching their budgets, with...
Jan 30, 2025
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Brisbane City Council approaches final stretch of shade sail rollout
With the intention to protect the city’s youngest residents from the heat and sun, Brisbane City Council is on the final stretch of its three-year accelerated program to install...
Jan 29, 2025
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ExerciseNZ urges New Zealanders to make movement an essential part of their daily lives
ExerciseNZ (the Exercise Association of New Zealand), is encouraging New Zealanders to kickstart 2025 by making movement an essential part of their daily lives. With the new...
Jan 29, 2025
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Fitness
Football Australia advises of record participation numbers in 2024
Football Australia has today unveiled its 2024 National Participation Report, highlighting record-breaking growth in participation numbers across grassroots and community...
Jan 29, 2025
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Recreation