News: Recreation
New Chair and Members for SPARC Board
Sport and Recreation Minister Murray McCully has announced that businessman Paul Collins has been appointed Chair of the Board of Sport and Recreation New Zealand (SPARC)....
Jul 21, 2009
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Lord to Address Football Business Event
Geoff Lord, Chairman of Belgravia Leisure and Executive Chairman of the Melbourne Victory A-League franchise, is address a Football Institute of Australia (FIA) breakfast event....
Jul 20, 2009
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UV Is A Breath Of Fresh Air For New Zealand Pool
Air and water quality at the Franklin Sport Swim and Fitness centre's two indoor pools in New Zealand has been transformed since the owners installed two Hanovia UV treatment...
Jul 17, 2009
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Public Exercise Links With East Asian Games
In support of the Hong Kong 2009 East Asian Games (EAG), a series of walk-in exercise sessions have been organised by Hong Kongâs Leisure and Cultural Services Department...
Jul 15, 2009
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Uluru Management Plan Needs Partnership Approach
Ensuring the long-term sustainability of the tourism industry must be a key driver of the Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park management plan, according to peak industry body,...
Jul 14, 2009
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Administration arrangements for LeisureCo
Michael Basedow, Partner at Pitcher Partners and Administrator of the LeisureCo group of companies, has announced measures in relation to the Administration of LeisureCo...
Jul 13, 2009
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Darwin Wave Lagoon Draws Crowds
Darwin's new Wave Lagoon has proved a remarkable success since its opening at the beginning of May. Facility managers, the Darwin Waterfront Corporation, have reported that more...
Jul 13, 2009
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LeisureCo collapses into Administration
Adelaide-based leisure management contractor and fitness club operator LeisureCo Pty Ltd has entered voluntary administration, with Pitcher Partners partner Michael Basedow...
Jul 9, 2009
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Intelligent Locking Systems for Lockers
Häfele Australia has introduced a series of 'intelligent' new locking systems for lockers - offering self-service, independence and multi-function capabilities. Self Service -...
Jul 8, 2009
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President Obama to create new US Office of Youth Sport
US President Barack Obama is forming a White House Office of Olympic, Paralympic and Youth Sport. The office will promote the values of the Olympic movement and encourage...
Jul 8, 2009
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Lake Wanaka Ski Fields Open for 2009 Season
Lake Wanaka's 2009 ski season is officially underway with all four fields open for business. Good snowfalls throughout May combined with a prolonged period of cool and calm...
Jul 6, 2009
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New Ticketing Agency for NSW Sports Centres Trust
The NSW State Sports Centre Trust has taken on TicketDirect Australia as its exclusive ticketing services provider for events at the Sydney Olympic Park Sports Centre. After a...
Jul 2, 2009
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91 sports recognised with national status
The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) today announced two additions to National Sporting Organisations (NSOs) that will be recognised for the period fro 2009 to 2013. As ASC...
Jul 2, 2009
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Mariners lodge DA for Centre of Excellence
The Central Coast Mariners have taken a significant step forward with their plans to build a state-of-the-art training complex and administrative centre at Tuggerah on the NSW...
Jul 1, 2009
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Norman hopes to restore Australian Open glory days
Greg Norman has committed to play the Australian Open for the next three years as part of a bid to lift the stature of the golf tournament. Norman, a former world number one, is...
Jun 30, 2009
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Geelong commits to Aquatics and recreation
As part of a wide-ranging commitment to providing modern sport and recreation facilities, the City of Greater Geelong is investing heavily in improving its aquatic centres. As...
Jun 30, 2009
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Macquarie Leisure Finalises US Funding Facility
The Macquarie Leisure Trust Group has finalised a US$10 million debt facility with its long term transactional banker JP Morgan Chase of Dallas, Texas, USA. Speaking of the...
Jun 23, 2009
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YMCA Victoria backs retrenched members
YMCA Victoria is to back members struggling as a result of the current economic downturn by offering members who become unemployed up to three monthâs free membership. YMCA...
Jun 22, 2009
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Les Mills Asia Pacific Partners with YMCA
Les Mills Asia Pacific has been appointed the YMCA's preferred supplier of group fitness programs for its member clubs and centres throughout Victoria. The YMCA is a...
Jun 17, 2009
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Facility Management in Tough Times
Simon Weatherill, Chief Executive of the Victorian State Sport Centres Trust, believes that the current economic climate demands that recreation and sport facilities adopt...
Jun 17, 2009
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ORIC Pieces Outdoor Recreation Together
The Outdoor Recreation Industry Council of NSW has announced details of its 2009 Conference. The Outdoor Recreation Industry Conference is to be held on 15th and 16th August,...
Jun 15, 2009
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Bluewater Lagoon Enhances Children's Play Area
The children's play area at Mackay's Bluewater Lagoon has been upgraded with a new floor surface. As Gerard Carlyon, Mackay Regional Council's Community Services Director...
Jun 15, 2009
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ALFA Set to Launch in Queensland
The first ever ALFA Queensland Industry Forum will be held on Monday 22nd and Tuesday 23rd June 2009 at the Mt Ommaney Hotel in Mt Ommaney and will address improving the...
Jun 15, 2009
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Aquatics & Recreation Victoria Industry Conference
Aquatics & Recreation Victoria has announced that its 2009 Industry Conference (formerly known as AquaRec) will be held on Thursday 27th and Friday 28th August 2009 at the new...
Jun 9, 2009
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