News: Recreation
Campaspe Shire invites public input on aquatic facilities strategy
Campaspe Shire Council is inviting community input to its aquatic and wet play strategy. Looking to guide the creation of a sustainable and accessible aquatic service that meets...
Jul 29, 2025
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New walking, cycling and trails-based activity strategy endorsed for NSW MidCoast
MidCoast Council has advised that Council has adopted a new Walking, Cycling and Trails-based Activity Strategy following community engagement in July and August 2024. Council...
Jul 29, 2025
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Fitness
AUSactive Leadership Forum hears Shadow Cabinet Secretary's call to make Australians fitter for national defence
Held in the prestigious setting of Parliament House in Canberra, key industry stakeholders at AUSactive's 2025 Leadership Forum have been challenged by Shadow Cabinet Secretary...
Jul 28, 2025
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Otium Planning Group engaged to deliver concept plans for Alexandra Community Leisure Centre
Murrindindi Shire Council, located on Melbourne's peri-urban fringe, has advised that through joint funding, Council and Alexandra Secondary College (ASC) have commenced early...
Jul 28, 2025
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Yarra Leisure secures new AUSactive Triple Accreditation
Service excellence and a commitment to consistently delivering exceptional programs has once again paid off for Yarra Leisure, with facilities in Richmond, Collingwood and...
Jul 28, 2025
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Fitness
Over 1100 riders enjoy recently opened first 30km of Warburton Bike Park
A soft opening by Yarra Ranges Council of the Warburton Bike Park’s first 30km of trails on 19th July saw over 1100 riders enjoy their first experience of the network. Yarra...
Jul 27, 2025
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Parks
Berrys Bay on Sydney Harbour to be transformed into spectacular new public park
The NSW Government is transforming a site formerly set aside for the construction of the Western Harbour Tunnel at Berrys Bay into a spectacular new public park, revitalising...
Jul 27, 2025
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Parks
Humane World for Animals reiterates need for removing shark nets from Sydney beaches
Conservation organisation, Humane World for Animals, has reiterated the need for removing shark nets from Sydney beaches following today’s Daily Telegraph article revealing that...
Jul 26, 2025
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Environment
City of Newcastle challenges local MP over ‘untrue’ learn to swim program claims
The City of Newcastle has taken Wallsend MP Sonia Hornery to task over her claims about the lack of learn to swim classes at its council-owned facilities. The local state member...
Jul 25, 2025
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Aquatics
City of Playford unveils new vision for Elizabeth Oval
A long-term vision to transform the Elizabeth Oval in Adelaide’s north into an inclusive and community-focused sporting venue has been released, with City of Playford Council...
Jul 24, 2025
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Redevelopment underway on Botany Aquatic Centre
The redevelopment of Botany Aquatic Centre is underway with plans including an adventure waterplay and slides, a 50-metre outdoor competition pool, an indoor learn to swim pool,...
Jul 24, 2025
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Aquatics
PCYC spotlights Karly Moller-Buck’s journey from volunteer to disability advocate and role model
PCYC is spotlighting Karly Moller-Buck’s journey from PCYC volunteer at the Muswellbrook facility to disability advocate and role model. Living with cerebral palsy and reliant...
Jul 24, 2025
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Mobile connectivity upgrades for Kakadu National Park boosts emergency service access
New upgrades jointly funded by the Australian Government, Northern Territory Government and Telstra will see visitors to Kakadu National Park now having access to more reliable...
Jul 24, 2025
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Kiama Council marks World Drowning Prevention Day with acknowledgement of lifeguards and volunteer lifesavers
To mark World Drowning Prevention Day (25th July), Kiama Council has paid tribute to its lifeguards and volunteer lifesavers who serve the community with Kiama Mayor Cameron...
Jul 23, 2025
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Aquatics
Kane Constructions appointed to deliver stage two of the Wurdi Baierr Aquatic and Recreation Centre
Kane Constructions has been appointed to deliver stage two of the Wurdi Baierr Aquatic and Recreation Centre for Victoria’s Surf Coast community to enjoy their favourite...
Jul 23, 2025
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Fitness
National Water Safety Summit 2025 calls for urgent action to reduce the impacts of drowning
Australia’s leading water safety experts are calling for urgent action to reduce drowning at the National Water Safety Summit 2025, held in Sydney to mark World Drowning...
Jul 23, 2025
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Vacant parcels of land transformed into vibrant community parks
The City of Playford has transformed once vacant parcels of land on Virgo Street, Elizabeth South and Barrow Crescent, Elizabeth Vale into vibrant community parks, now open for...
Jul 23, 2025
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Parks
AUSactive introduces membership model to reflect a growing and diverse industry
AUSactive has launched a new professional membership model designed to better reflect the growing diversity and evolution of the industry. The new two-tiered framework -...
Jul 22, 2025
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Fitness
CoastWA delivers $3 million for 27 projects to safeguard Western Australia's coastline
The recipients of the 2025-26 CoastWA grants have been announced by the Western Australian Government with $3.01 million to be shared across 27 projects to safeguard the state’s...
Jul 22, 2025
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Environment
Royal Life Saving study reviews 20 years of drowning trends in Australia
A comprehensive new Royal Life Saving Australia study has found a significant reduction in drowning rates, particularly among young children, but highlights continuing...
Jul 22, 2025
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Gymnastics Australia needs to engage with facility owners
Gymnastics Australia needs to work more closely with local clubs to deliver on their strategic objectives, collaborating with facilities to deliver on its future goals and...
Jul 21, 2025
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Marking its 25th anniversary SAPIA announces 2025 national conference details
The Sports and Play Industry Association (SAPIA) is to celebrate its 25 years of operations at its upcoming 2025 National Conference, being held at the Oaks Cypress Lakes in the...
Jul 21, 2025
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25 metre pool at Bunbury's South West Sports Centre reopened after maintenance work
The City of Bunbury, together with the South West Sports Centre (SWSC), has announced the successful completion - ahead of schedule - of major upgrade works to the 25-metre pool...
Jul 21, 2025
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Aquatics
Rugby Australia launches health check for community clubs
Rugby Australia’s has released a new national initiative aimed at strengthening grassroots rugby by helping clubs assess and enhance their off-field operations. The Community...
Jul 21, 2025
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Recreation