News: Recreation
One in Five Aussie Kids Can't Swim
As many as one in five children will leave primary school this year not even having theskills to swim the length of an Olympic swimming pool according to Royal Life Saving...
Nov 17, 2010
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Victorian Government Pledges $140 Million For Grassroot Sport
A future Victorian Labor Government will inject $140.2 million into grassroots and elite sport so local clubs remain the backbone of communities and Victoria continues to...
Nov 16, 2010
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Government
Brett Jude Joins CLM as Franklin Sport Swim and Fitness Manager
Hamilton, New Zealand-based CLM has appointed Brett Jude as Facility Manager at Franklin Sport Swim and Fitness. The respected Jude brings with him an extensive amount of...
Nov 15, 2010
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Vale: Dr Gary Crilley 1954-2010
Dr Gary Crilley, a Senior Lecturer in Sport and Recreation Management at the University of South Australia, and the foundation Director of the Centre for Tourism & Leisure...
Nov 11, 2010
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Recreation
Federal Government delivers $10 million to Centre of Excellence
The Central Coast Mariners FC Trust has welcomed news of the Federal Government delivering its election commitment of $10 million toward the development of a world class Centre...
Nov 11, 2010
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Councils and Clubs need to be ready for new Mandatory Moveable Outdoor Football Goal Post Standard
With a new national 'mandatory' Australian Standard for moveable/portable outdoor football goal posts set to come into force on 31st December this year, Australasian Leisure...
Nov 10, 2010
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$14.9 Million investment for Playgrounds in Victoria
Victorian Premier and State Labor Leader John Brumby has announced that a future Labor Government will invest $14.9 million in a network of adventure playgrounds in parklands...
Nov 9, 2010
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Parks
Singapore Launches Four Prong Strategy To Combat Obesity
The Government of Singapore's National Healthy Lifestyle Campaign (NHLC) 2010 aims to inspire everyone to take small steps towards health and happiness by getting 'Healthy...
Nov 9, 2010
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Government
Coffs Harbour's Pool Upgrade Reopens on time and on budget
The major upgrade of the Coffs Harbour War Memorial Olympic Pool has been completed and the facility has reopened. The $5.4 million upgrade includes outdoor and indoor...
Nov 9, 2010
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Gareth Moore-Jones Joins New Zealand YMCA National Office
The National Office of the YMCA of New Zealand has announced the appointment of Gareth Moore-Jones to the developmental role of National Sport and Recreation Manager. According...
Nov 5, 2010
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Wellness
Coffs Coast Derby Dolls Secure Venue
The Coffs Coast Derby Dolls have been given the green light to host a full contact roller derby at the city's Sportz Central stadium this weekend. There were concerns the high...
Nov 5, 2010
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Venues
Ardent Leisure Group Records Positive Earnings
Ardent Leisure Group says revenue and earnings have rebounded in the September quarter compared to last year. On Tuesday, Group Chairman Neil Balnaves (pictured) said in a...
Nov 4, 2010
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Breakthrough as Randwick Environmental Park is opened
The Randwick Environmental Park, an area of former Army land approved for restoration as a park back in 2003, has finally opened. Randwick Mayor Murray Matson this week entered...
Nov 4, 2010
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Parks
Ziptrek Ecotours officially opens its new Kea Tour
Queenstown’s Ziptrek Ecotours will officially open the world’s steepest tree-to tree flying fox adventure on 14th November as part of its new Kea 6-Line Tour. The six-line, high...
Nov 4, 2010
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Attractions
Adventure World Opens Kids Splash Zone
Perth based amusement park Adventure World has opened a new children's splash park, an interactive aqua playground featuring colourful spray loops, slides, climbing obstacles,...
Nov 3, 2010
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WAFIC 2011 Launches
The YMCA of Perth has launched details of the 2011 Western Australian Wellness and Fitness Conference (WAFIC). With the theme 'Building a Better You', WAFIC 2011 will feature a...
Nov 3, 2010
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Middle East bowling centres to double by 2012?
Following the recent inauguration of the 12-lane Switch Batutta Mall bowling centre in Dubai, Switch Middle East has announced that it is poised to open a total of 10 branded...
Nov 3, 2010
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Recreation
Staff reshuffle for a bigger and better Sydney Y
The YMCA of Sydney has announced the expansion of its Support Services team to include a General Manager - appointing Mouth Annan and Penrith YMCA Group Manager Craig Lambeth to...
Nov 2, 2010
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New Zealand Football launches 'Whole of Football' plan
Football in New Zealand is set to undergo a revolution with the official launch of the sport's Whole of Football Plan. The Whole of Football Plan is a five to 10 year strategy...
Nov 2, 2010
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Recreation
ACHPER announces 27th International Conference
The Australian Council for Health, Physical Education and Recreation (ACHPER) has announced details of its 27th International Conference. With the theme 'Moving Learning &...
Oct 28, 2010
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Wellness
Rekortan to be installed at Melbourne's Lakeside Oval
Athletes using the redeveloped Lakeside Oval in Melbourne's Albert Park are set to benefit from a recent decision to install Rekortan® M99 track surface at what will be...
Oct 27, 2010
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Playspace design awards recognise 'great places to play'
Coinciding with National Kidsafe Day, the winners of the Kidsafe 2010 National Playspace Design Awards have been announced. The Awards recognise excellence and innovation in the...
Oct 26, 2010
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Environment
New appointment at Smart Connection Training
Smart Connection Training has appointed David Spaulding to the position of Sales and Marketing Manager. Spaulding has a wealth of experience in the sales and marketing arena,...
Oct 25, 2010
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New Cairns Adventure Festival announced for 2011
Queensland Premier Anna Bligh has announced that the State Government has developed an annual international sporting festival to be held in Cairns from June 2011. Premier Bligh...
Oct 25, 2010
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