News: Safety
ARI release guidelines for managing Coronavirus risks in reopened aquatic centres
As governments across Australia look at easing restrictions and reopening aquatic, recreation and sport facilities, the NSW-based Aquatic and Recreation Institute (ARI) has...
May 11, 2020
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Australian Ski Resorts launch Keep Our Season Safe Campaign
Aligning Australian skiers and snowboarders downloading of the COVIDSafe app with moves to ensure that the nation’s winter season can be allowed to get underway, Australia's ski...
May 10, 2020
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Motorsport Australia announces strategy for competition return
Motorsport Australia has unveiled its strategy to facilitate a return to competition as the Australian Government eases Coronavirus restrictions. The document, titled ‘Return to...
May 10, 2020
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IAVM announces cancellation of 2020 Venue Management School
The International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) has announced that due to the current status of the COVID-19 pandemic’s effect on the ability for students and faculty to...
May 9, 2020
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Physiotherapists warn of potential for injuries as Australians resume physical activity
Sports clubs and players are being urged to ensure they are match fit before they hit the court or field as Coronavirus restrictions ease and Australians return to normal life....
May 9, 2020
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NSW Police watchdog say strip searches of teenagers at music festivals were ‘illegal’
A NSW Police watchdog investigation into strip searches at events including Splendour in the Grass in 2018 and the Lost City Music Festival in 2019 has found that they were...
May 9, 2020
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Western Australia's Olympic hopefuls return to training
Many of Western Australia's elite athletes have now returned to training in preparation for next year's Olympic and Paralympic Games in Tokyo. Following strict protocols in...
May 8, 2020
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Premier Rides provides global technology solutions for park re-openings
With attractions and theme parks planning to re-open following COVID-19, the Premier Service division of Premier Rides is working with their clients to provide 24-hour a day...
May 8, 2020
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Centaman Entrance Control launches virus-fighting screens
Security experts, Centaman Entrance Control, have launched a countertop screen designed to help prevent the spread of viruses at aquatic and recreation centres, gyms, cafes and...
May 8, 2020
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Construction of Rosebud Aquatic Centre continues despite Coronavirus challenge
Construction of Mornington Peninsula Shire’s Rosebud Aquatic Centre project is continuing to make progress and is on budget and on track for completion this year despite the...
May 7, 2020
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World Rugby releases guidelines for top level matches to be held in closed stadiums
World Rugby has published guidelines for the safe return to rugby union as Coronavirus restrictions ease, indicating that a minimum of 167 people would be needed to stage...
May 7, 2020
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Western Australian Government releases factsheet on how easing of Coronavirus restrictions will impact community sport and recreation
Western Australia's Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries (DLGSC) has released a Community Sport and Active Recreation COVID-19 Factsheet to provide...
May 7, 2020
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New wildlife hospital nears completion for Mogo Wildlife Park
The Mogo Wildlife Park on the NSW South Coast has almost completed construction of a new wildlife hospital with the help of funds donated by Atlas Advisors Australia and its...
May 5, 2020
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Falls Festival looks to 2020/21 editions with all Australian lineup
The producers of the Falls Festival have today advised that they are working towards staging the next Falls Festival in the December 2020 and January 2021 season and that it...
May 5, 2020
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Queensland's reopened national parks attract thousands of visitors
Thousands of Queenslanders returned to nature over the long weekend, following the relaxation of Coronavirus restrictions and the reopening of a number of areas in the state’s...
May 5, 2020
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Federal Government announces support materials for creation of ‘COVIDSafe’ workplaces
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has today announced the development and impending release of support materials and toolkits that will aid businesses in navigating...
May 5, 2020
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Work commences to prevent erosion along foreshore of South West Rocks Surf Life Saving Club
Kempsey Shire Council has commenced building a 45metre long seawall along the foreshore of the South West Rocks Surf Life Saving Club to address foreshore erosion and improve...
May 4, 2020
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Hamilton City Council advises that playgrounds still off limits to keep the community safe
Extra signs and security tape are going up throughout Hamilton to remind people the city’s playgrounds are closed to keep our community safe. Hamilton City Council closed the...
May 3, 2020
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David Sharpe appointed as Chief Executive of new sport integrity agency
A new agency, Sport Integrity Australia (SIA), due to begin operations on 1st July has appointed David Sharpe as their inaugural Chief Executive. Sharpe, former assistant...
May 3, 2020
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Fitness and wellness Industry organisations publish reopening guidance
A number of leading fitness and wellness industry organisations have been publishing reopening standards and toolkits during COVID-19. With fitness, wellness and hospitality...
May 3, 2020
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Australian Medical Association urges NRL to be cautious on fast tracking 2020 season restart
The Australian Medical Association (AMA) is urging the NRL, in the best interests of its players, coaches and officials, fans, and the broader community, to be cautious about...
May 2, 2020
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Guangzhou Chimelong Resort partially reopens after Coronavirus closure
The Guangzhou Chimelong Tourism Resort in southern China, one of the world’s most visited attractions, has partially reopened with precautions in place to protect visitors and...
May 2, 2020
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FFA supports measures released for resumption of grassroots and elite sport
Football Federation Australia (FFA) has welcomed the release of the National Principles for Sport and Recreation by the Federal Government and the National Cabinet. Following...
May 1, 2020
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New Zealand Warriors granted permission for Australian arrival during COVID-19
The NRL has received final approval for the New Zealand Warriors to fly into Australia to isolate, train and play prior to the League's resumption on 28th May. The Warriors will...
May 1, 2020
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