News: Safety
AFL to face class action from former players impacted by effects of concussion
Melbourne law firm, Margalit Injury Lawyers has released a statement this morning confirming their intent to go to the Victorian Supreme Court seeking compensation for former...
Feb 26, 2023
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Northern Territory Government looks to safeguard sport integrity
The Northern Territory Government is now seeking public feedback on a range of sports-related activities with the results from the 2023 Sport Integrity Survey to inform...
Feb 26, 2023
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Concept designs endorsed for Sydney cycleways
The City of Sydney has endorsed concept designs for a new two-way separated cycleway and improvements for people walking between Ultimo and Glebe,. The cycleway will run along...
Feb 26, 2023
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City of Fremantle explores shark barrier options
The City of Fremantle is exploring suitable locations for a shark barrier to be installed along its coastline or river to address community concerns following the recent fatal...
Feb 24, 2023
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New resolution for global drowning prevention championed by 60 nations
Royal Life Saving Society - Australia has advised that a push to prevent drowning deaths globally will come before the World Health Assembly in May this year. The draft...
Feb 23, 2023
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Hong Kong Government commences prosecutions over failure of giant screen at pop concert
Prosecutions have been initiated against three companies involved in a freak accident during a concert at the Hong Kong Coliseum last July which saw a giant screen fall onto...
Feb 23, 2023
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Royal Life Saving develops new online course specifically for pool lifeguards
Royal Life Saving Society - Australia has introduced a new online module ‘Lifeguard Advanced Supervision Skills’ designed specifically for pool lifeguards to help develop...
Feb 23, 2023
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Trip.com Group urges tourism industry to collaborate on supporting victims of Turkey-Syria earthquakes
Trip.com Group, a leading global online travel services provider, is offering aid and assistance to help victims of the devastating Turkey-Syria earthquakes through the Turkish...
Feb 22, 2023
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City of Wagga Wagga improves safety and access on river walking tracks
City of Wagga Wagga is undertaking vegetation management works to improve public access and trail safety and will be removing several poplar trees along the Murrumbidgee River...
Feb 22, 2023
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Inquest into Hillcrest Primary School jumping castle deaths cannot commence as WorkSafe refuses to release findings to coroner
An inquest into the 2021 deaths of six Tasmanian children in a jumping castle tragedy cannot begin as a result of WorkSafe Tasmania refusing to release its investigation. The...
Feb 21, 2023
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US Government to help fund clearance of unexploded Second World War bombs before Solomon Islands Pacific Games
The USA's Department of State has provided US$1 million in funding towards the ongoing clearance of unexploded ordnances (UXO) from the Second World War in the Solomon Islands...
Feb 21, 2023
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Life Floor completes splash pad safety surface installations at Adelaide’s Waterworld and Leanyer Recreation Park in the Northern Territory
Leading aquatic surfacing manufacturer Life Floor has announced the completion of splash pad safety surface installations at the City of Tea Tree Gully’s Waterworld Aquatic...
Feb 20, 2023
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Life Saving Victoria celebrates women’s contribution to lifesaving
Life Saving Victoria has launched its annual initiative, Pink Patrol, celebrating the more than 125 years of contribution women have made to the lifesaving movement, with...
Feb 19, 2023
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Hong Kong Commerce Council finds bouldering gyms trying to absolve consumer liability
The Hong Kong Commerce Council has shared the results of a survey that found seven out of 10 of the administrative region’s bouldering gyms appear to be attempting to absolve...
Feb 19, 2023
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Dubbo Regional Council plans for restoring flood impacted Pioneer Park
Severe flooding events in 2022 caused significant damage to the highly utilised sporting venue Pioneer Park in Wellington with the walking trail and internal access road...
Feb 19, 2023
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Launceston and Hobart Councils to consider report on rental e-Scooter trial
The final reports on a trial of e-Scooters in both the City of Launceston and City of Hobart will be considered in coming days. The trial has not sought to determine whether...
Feb 17, 2023
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Recreation
Australian Swim Schools Association counts down to 2023 National Conference
With the theme ‘ALL:IN on Strategy, Social Impact and Sustainability’, the 2023 National Conference of the Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) is being held, for the...
Feb 16, 2023
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New Zealand counts the cost of Cyclone Gabrielle
The tropical cyclone which lashed New Zealand’s North Island on Monday and Tuesday - with high winds and heavy rain severely impacting more than half a dozen regions - has had a...
Feb 14, 2023
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Extreme heat forecast prompts NRL to delay kick-off times for World Club Challenge and trial matches
Concerns for player safety in forecast extreme heat conditions this weekend has prompted the NRL to push back the start of trial matches, including the World Club Challenge...
Feb 14, 2023
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Auckland Council urge community not to visit storm impacted parks, sports grounds and beaches
With Cyclone Gabrielle having impacted New Zealand's north just weeks after Auckland and surrounding areas endured record rainfall and flooding, Auckland Council is encouraging...
Feb 14, 2023
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Yet to be sentenced bouncy castle arsonist lives in 'constant fear' while in prison cell
Awaiting sentencing having pleaded guilty in October 2021 to 11 counts of conspiracy to commit arson in relation to firebombing attacks against rival amusement hire business, a...
Feb 13, 2023
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United Nations roundtable amplifies the power of sport to counter the impact of war
A United Nations roundtable discussion held recently with famous footballers and grassroots gamechangers has amplified that sport can change the world. Speakers at the...
Feb 13, 2023
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Safety
Moduplay Group release latest Play Book
Aiming to help ‘bring play to the world’, NSW-based Moduplay has released the latest edition of its Play Book , a useful and educational for every playground designer or play...
Feb 13, 2023
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Man dies from suspected drug overdose after attending Sydney's Transmission Festival
A 26-year-old man has died after attending the Transmission music festival held within Sydney’s showgrounds on Saturday 11th February. 12 other festival goers were also taken to...
Feb 12, 2023
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