News: Safety
Warragul Leisure Centre outdoor pool set to open earlier
Baw Baw Shire Council’s Warragul Leisure Centre’s 50-metre outdoor pool will be opening six weeks earlier than usual - reopening on Monday 21st September – allowing local...
Sep 15, 2020
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Brisbane to host fans’ return to international cricket with women’s series
The upcoming limited-overs women’s series between Australia and New Zealand will be played entirely in a Brisbane hub, with COVID-19 border restrictions having forced a change...
Sep 15, 2020
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Fitness industry disappointed gyms in regional Victoria cannot reopen under this week's Coronavirus easing
Fitness Australia has expressed its disappointment that today’s announcement by Victorian Premier Daniel Andrew on the relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions in regional Victoria...
Sep 15, 2020
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E-scooters relaunch across three of Adelaide’s coastal councils
The Cities of Port Adelaide Enfield, Charles Sturt and West Torrens are relaunching the e-scooter trial along the coastal path from Outer Harbor to West Beach. Both tourists and...
Sep 14, 2020
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Funding applications now open for inclusive beach equipment
Surf Life Saving Australia has advised that grant applications are now open for inclusive beach equipment. Surf Life Saving Australia is offering six inclusive beaches equipment...
Sep 14, 2020
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Cause of cardiac device issue at New Brighton Hot Pools identified as external
Christchurch City Council has advised that extensive investigations at He Puna Taimoana (the modern name given to the hot pools in New Brighton) suggest an electrical...
Sep 14, 2020
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Fitness Australia calls for one-on-one training to be allowed under Victoria’s new outdoor exercise restrictions
With Victoria’s new outdoor exercise relaxations coming into effect from today, Fitness Australia is calling for the State Government to allow Melbourne personal trainers to...
Sep 14, 2020
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VIC Active considers Government’s mental health support package to be tokenistic
According to fitness industry body VIC Active, today's announcement by the Federal Government of new mental health clinics opening this week along with an earlier announcement...
Sep 13, 2020
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15 new COVID-19 mental health clinics open in Victoria
From today, Victorians can access additional mental health support with 15 new dedicated mental health clinics opening to the public. The clinics, announced on 17th August as...
Sep 13, 2020
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Hamilton City Council to undertake further consultation on future of Founders Theatre
Hamilton City Council will this week consider a report recommending further consultation with the community on options for the future of the Founders Theatre site. Closed since...
Sep 13, 2020
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COVID-19’s ‘devastating impact’ on the Australian ski industry
With resorts in Victoria closed and slopes in NSW operating with restricted numbers - including lifts at 50% capacity - Australia’s winter ski season has been described as “very...
Sep 12, 2020
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Royal Life Saving survey suggests that swim school enrolments fell by 30% in August
A survey reportedly undertaken by Royal Life Saving Society - Australia has found that swim school enrolments fell during August this year fell by as much as 30%, compared to...
Sep 12, 2020
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New Zealand to host two Bledisloe Cup Tests ahead of Australian-based Rugby Championship
Despite having lost out to Australia in hosting the upcoming 2020 Rugby Championship, New Zealand Rugby has advised that fans will still get the chance to see the All Blacks...
Sep 12, 2020
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Sunshine Coast ready for sporting 'Super Sunday'
The Sunshine Coast is set to stage a massive day of sport tomorrow with the IRONMAN 70.3, a sold-out NRL match between Melbourne Storm and the North Queensland Cowboys and the...
Sep 12, 2020
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Tasmanian Government allows conditional reopening of 24/7 gyms
The Tasmanian Government has announced that with COVID-Safe plans now agreed, 24/7 gyms will be permitted to open without supervision from next Thursday 17th September. The...
Sep 12, 2020
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Australian business events industry welcomes $50 million funding announcement
The Business Events Council of Australia (BECA) has welcomed the Federal Government’s $50 million funding announcement to support the restart of Australia’s business events...
Sep 11, 2020
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Australia to replace New Zealand as host of 2020 Rugby Championship tournament
Australia will host this year's Rugby Championship in November and December, with matches will be primarily played in NSW with a round in Queensland. New Zealand was originally...
Sep 11, 2020
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VIC Active claims government’s proposal for outdoor training is impractical
New advocacy body for the Victorian fitness industry, VIC Active, claims Victorian Premier Daniel Andrew’s suggestion that fitness centres could reopen if they found ways to use...
Sep 11, 2020
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Children across Australia participate in National Walk Safely to School Day
Aiming for a healthier future, children across Australia have today (11th September 2020) participated in National Walk Safely to School Day which encourages the health benefits...
Sep 11, 2020
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Victorian Government plans look at venues reopening from 26th October
The Victorian Government has released an outline of plans for the reopening of entertainment venues with its Coronavirus easing ‘roadmap’ to keep venues shuttered until at least...
Sep 11, 2020
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Blue Mountains aquatic facility closed after attendance by positive COVID-19 case
Blue Mountains City Council has advised that the Katoomba Sports and Aquatic Centre has been close after a positive COVID-19 case attended the facility on 4th September. The...
Sep 10, 2020
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ACT Government to double GIO Stadium capacity limit for Super Rugby AU Final
The ACT Government has confirmed the capacity at GIO Stadium for next week’s Super Rugby AU Grand Final will be doubled. Set to be the first Super Rugby Grand Final in Canberra...
Sep 10, 2020
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Queensland Police lay charges over Cairns bush rave
Queensland Police have laid charges against the two alleged organisers of a bush rave west of Cairns held in breach of COVID-19 restrictions. Expected to attract up to 300...
Sep 10, 2020
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Universal Studios Singapore cancels popular Halloween Horror Nights
Universal Studios Singapore at Resorts World Sentosa has announced that its popular Halloween Horror Nights will not be held this year. The event, which has grown to be...
Sep 10, 2020
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