News: Safety
Hobart's Blundstone Arena to host fifth Ashes Test in cricket first for Tasmania
After days of speculation, it has today been confirmed that a joint bid by Cricket Tasmania and the Tasmanian Government has secured the fifth Ashes Test for Hobart's Blundstone...
Dec 11, 2021
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Village Roadshow’s Gold Coast theme parks to include PCR testing hubs
With the Queensland Government to reopen the state’s borders to fully vaccinated interstate visitors from Monday, Village Roadshow theme parks on the Gold Coast will include PCR...
Dec 11, 2021
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Queensland Coroners Court investigation finds lack of English language skills contributed to child’s drowning
An investigation by the Coroners Court of Queensland into the drowning of a five year child at the Runcorn Aquatic Centre in Brisbane's southern suburbs has found that his...
Dec 10, 2021
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AUSTSWIM secures Federal Government funding for ‘Creating Jobs, Saving Lives’ project
AUSTSWIM, the national organisation for teaching swimming and water safety, is to receive $250,000 from the Federal Government for its ‘Creating Jobs, Saving Lives’ project...
Dec 9, 2021
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FIFA and the United Nations to launch network to tackle sexual abuse in sport
World football governing body FIFA and the United Nations are to create a global investigative network intended to tackle sexual abuse across all sports. As reported by UK...
Dec 9, 2021
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Challenges ahead for New Zealand tourism in 2022
A recently formed network of New Zealand’s tourism sector associations is warning members and industry stakeholders that 2022 is set to be just as challenging as 2020 and 2021....
Dec 8, 2021
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Adelaide Crows Director resigns over Club's vaccination policy
Experienced sports administrator and former Head of Commercial Operations of the Adelaide Crows, Nick Takos has resigned from the AFL club’s board of directors over the AFL and...
Dec 8, 2021
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Beach enclosure to provide safer ocean swimming in Esperance this summer
The Western Australian Government is providing $400,000 to the Shire of Esperance for the installation of a beach enclosure which will provide safer swimming and be in place for...
Dec 7, 2021
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Wellington City Council pays $3.6 million to cover COVID-19 cancellation of art event
Wellington City Council has paid out $3.6 million to the World of WearableArt (WOW) event which was forced to cancel for a second successive year due to COVID-19 restrictions....
Dec 7, 2021
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Potential spread of Omicron variant of global concern
As the World Health Organization (WHO) warns that the global risk from the Omicron variant of the Coronavirus is “extremely high” and could result in future surges with “grave...
Dec 7, 2021
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Web event to introduce new We Swim campaign for aquatic and swim school industry
Mindful of the challenges facing aquatic facilities and swim schools as they reopen after nearly two years of disruption, Royal Life Saving Society - Australia will this week be...
Dec 6, 2021
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Cricket Australia confirms Perth will not host Ashes series finale
Cricket Australia has this afternoon confirmed that the fifth Ashes Test of the upcoming summer will not be played in Perth, with the Western Australian Government’s...
Dec 6, 2021
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Dates confirmed for 2022 Southeast Asian Games
The Vietnam Olympic Committee has advised that the 31st Southeast Asian (SEA) Games in Hanoi will take place from 12th to 23rd May 2022 next year. Rescheduled from this year,...
Dec 6, 2021
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revolutioniseSPORT releases dedicated COVID-19 immunisation tracking feature for sport
Leading sport management platform revolutioniseSPORT has released a dedicated tool for immunisation data tracking for sports. Having collaborated with over 100 state and...
Dec 6, 2021
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My Vaccine Pass required to enter Queenstown facilities and venues
Queenstown Lakes District Council has advised that people aged 12 and older visiting most of their staffed services, facilities and venues will need to show proof of full...
Dec 6, 2021
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Formula 1 makes dramatic Saudi Arabian debut
The first ever Saudi Arabian F1 Grand Prix has seen world champion driver Lewis Hamilton beat championship rival Max Verstappen in a thrilling race overnight. Held in the city...
Dec 5, 2021
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WTTC identifies digital solutions to help governments restore international mobility
The World Travel and Tourism Council has launched a new report - ‘Digital Solutions for Reviving International Travel’ which identifies four key digital solutions to help...
Dec 3, 2021
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Adelaide venues mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for public access
South Australian venues the Adelaide Festival Centre, Adelaide Oval, Adelaide Zoo, Adelaide Convention Centre, Adelaide Entertainment Centre and Hindmarsh Stadium are to require...
Dec 2, 2021
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WTA announces suspension of China and Hong Kong tournaments over Peng Shuai concerns
The Women's Tennis Association (WTA) is suspending tournaments in China and Hong Kong over concerns it has over about the safety of the Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai. Following...
Dec 2, 2021
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Quayclean takes guard for busy summer of cricket
Quayclean is marshalling its cleaning teams across Australia to keep over one million spectators, players, and officials COVIDSafe when the eagerly awaited men’s and women’s...
Dec 1, 2021
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Western Australian Government announces $185 million Reconnect WA promotional package
The Western Australian Government has unveiled a new $185 million Reconnect WA package for it to “safely re-engage with the world” once the state transitions its border...
Dec 1, 2021
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Outdoor Industry slams NSW Government’s lack of support
The Outdoor Industry is critical of the NSW government for continuing to rule out providing a roadmap of when school coordinated overnight activities can resume, with the...
Dec 1, 2021
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Victorian drowning report reveals tragedies behind highest drowning toll in 20 years
Coinciding with the first day of summer and National Water Safety Day, Life Saving Victoria has today released its 2020 - 21 Victorian Drowning Report, revealing the state’s...
Dec 1, 2021
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Vaccine certificates mandated at Ngai Tahu Tourism attractions
Ngāi Tahu Tourism has announced all visitors to its attractions across New Zealand will be required to show proof of vaccination from Friday 3rd December. As part of the wider...
Nov 30, 2021
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