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National Cabinet sets out measures for resumption of sport and recreation activities across Australia
Following today’s meeting of the National Cabinet, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced 15 principles for the resumption of sport and recreation activities....
May 1, 2020
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New Zealand recreation groups support calls for safe domestic travel during COVID-19 Level 2
Recreation Aotearoa and the New Zealand Alpine Club (NZAC) hae today announced their support for tourism sector calls to reduce restrictions around non-essential travel during...
May 1, 2020
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Australians undecided about whether sports competitions should return in 2020
Only 39% of Australians are in favour of seeing elite sport return during the Coronavirus, with 61% either against or undecided about a return to competition for the AFL, NRL,...
Apr 30, 2020
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ASSA raises concerns over future of swim schools
The Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) has warned of a potential rise in drownings if learn-to-swim programs remain closed because of the Coronavirus shutdown, sharing...
Apr 30, 2020
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ASM Global to launch environmental hygiene program
Leading venue management and services company, ASM Global, has today announced plans to launch VenueShield , a new environmental hygiene protocol in response to evolving guest...
Apr 30, 2020
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The Ascott Limited provides uninterrupted work environments during Coronavirus shutdown
CapitaLand's wholly-owned lodging business unit, The Ascott Limited is offering a new package in Australia, ' When in Doubt, Zoom it Out' , which offers working parents or...
Apr 29, 2020
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Pavigym floor markings to aid social distancing in reopened gyms
With fitness clubs in Australasia looking at post Coronavirus lockdown reopening, and gyms in some states in the USA already back in use, flooring innovator Pavigym is offering...
Apr 29, 2020
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Queenstown-based tourism operators collaborate to survive COVID-19
Two Queenstown-based tourism operators, Totally Tourism and Altitude Tours/Black ZQN, have joined forces in a bid to ensure the industry will survive COVID-19. Totally Tourism...
Apr 29, 2020
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AALARA updates members on attractions sector challenges
The Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) has updated its members and industry stakeholders on the challenges the sector is facing and its ongoing...
Apr 29, 2020
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European Waterpark Association releases guidance on two stage plan for the re-opening of aquatic facilities
The European Waterpark Association (EWA) has released guidance on a standardised procedure for the re-opening of waterparks and spas that can be put in place when Coronavirus...
Apr 29, 2020
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Family-owned Perth venue reboots with new concept during COVID-19
Family-owned venue, Leapfrogs, situated in the beautiful Wanneroo Botanical Gardens in Perth’s Northern suburbs, has launched a new concept and new take-away menu amid pandemic...
Apr 28, 2020
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Tourism and Events Industry encourages Australians to download and use COVIDSafe app
The Tourism and Events industry peak bodies are supporting the COVIDSafe app and encourages even more Australians to download and use the COVIDSafe app saying it was the next...
Apr 28, 2020
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Surf Lifeguards issue warnings as more beachgoers expected with New Zealand entering Level 3
Northern surf lifeguards are bracing for a wave of beachgoers heading to the coastline, as New Zealand moves to Alert Level 3. Surf lifesaving clubs were forced to shut early...
Apr 28, 2020
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ASCTA advocacy highlights the value of swim coaching and teaching
The Australian Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association (ASCTA) has shared a letter with its members and industry stakeholders highlighting the value of swim coaching, swim...
Apr 28, 2020
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Choice Hotels Asia-Pacific franchises innovate during COVID-19
International franchise group, Choice Hotels Asia-Pacific, is supporting its franchises during COVID-19 outbreak, while property owners are implementing innovative, alternative...
Apr 28, 2020
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Palm Beach Surf Life Saving Club awarded DHL Express grant for sustainability
The Palm Beach Surf Life Saving Club on Queensland's Gold Coast has been awarded a $5000 grant from DHL Express for their submission by Leesa Monaghan on the club’s...
Apr 27, 2020
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GlobalData warns China’s tourism industry of encouraging premature mass tourism
GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, warns that as life slowly returns to normal in China, travel companies operating in the nation need to be careful of...
Apr 27, 2020
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Queensland Government to partially re-open some National Parks
The Queensland Government will partially re-open some popular areas in Queensland’s National Parks next Saturday 2nd May, following a relaxation in guidelines from the Chief...
Apr 27, 2020
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Western Australia eases Coronavirus restrictions to allow outdoor exercise and group training
The Western Australia has detailed activities that it will allow under the easing of its Coronavirus restrictions, which include outdoor personal training up to 10 people....
Apr 27, 2020
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GlobalData suggests potential damage to China's tourism brand image
GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, predicts China as a tourist destination will take a long time to recover from COVID-19 as their brand image must be restored....
Apr 26, 2020
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Western Australia’s shark SMART drumline trial to be extended
The State Government is extending Western Australia's SMART Drumline Trial by 12 months to collect more data on the sharks being caught, tagged and monitored to enable a fully...
Apr 26, 2020
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Werribee Outdoor Pool achieves Life Saving Victoria Platinum Pool accreditation
Werribee Outdoor Pool achieves Life Saving Victoria Platinum Pool accreditation Werribee Outdoor Pool is the first stand-alone seasonal outdoor aquatic facility in Victoria to...
Apr 24, 2020
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Anantara Resorts to launch new health and hygiene program for guests
A new wellness program ‘Stay with Peace of Mind’ is to be implemented by Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas to reassure travellers of a renewed focus on guest wellbeing, (wherever...
Apr 24, 2020
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FFA extends postponement of the Hyundai A-League
Although Football Federation Australia (FFA) has today re-confirmed its intention to resume the Hyundai A-League 2019/20 season as soon as possible, a number of criteria have...
Apr 23, 2020
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