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AMPSEA launches National Events Calendar for mass participation events
Aiming to bring together mass participation sporting events across multiple categories from around the country, the Australian Mass Participation Sporting Events Alliance...
Dec 5, 2024
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Swimming Australia announces eight Dolphins elected to Athletes' Commission
Swimming Australia has announced that eight past and present Dolphins - including the recently retired Mitch Larkin and Emma McKeon – have been elected to the Athletes'...
Dec 5, 2024
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EVANZ recognises excellence in New Zealand’s venue industry at 2024 awards
The Entertainment Venues Association of New Zealand (EVANZ) has presented it annual awards, honouring its former Chair Keith Parker for his outstanding contribution to the...
Dec 5, 2024
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AusCycling announces 50,000 registered participants for AusBike program
AusCycling’s bike education program AusBike has marked a major milestone, with AusBike reaching 50,000 registered participants across Australia since launching late last year....
Dec 5, 2024
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TreeClimb counts down to opening latest attraction in Adelaide’s northern suburbs
Adventure attractions operator TreeClimb is set to open its third South Australian location this month, expanding to Adelaide’s northern suburbs in time for the school holidays....
Dec 5, 2024
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Qudos Bank Arena engages CulturalPulse to redefine multicultural marketing
Recognising the need for a new, culturally focused approach, Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena has engaged leading multicultural agency, CulturalPulse to deliver cultural advice,...
Dec 5, 2024
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ATEC welcomes 2025 board and highlights its year of growth
The Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC) held its 52nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 3rd December 2024 which saw the ratification of ATEC’s National Board and presented an...
Dec 5, 2024
Tourism
Hannah Green named as Australian Golf Foundation Ambassador
Hannah Green - Australia’s top-ranked golfer, major champion and current world no.6, is a big advocate for the work the Australian Golf Foundation is doing to give more youth...
Dec 5, 2024
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Partnership announced between Fuel Circle and Gallagher Insurance
Fuel, a movement for ambitious women in fitness, wellness, and health industry, has announced a new partnership between Fuel Circle and Gallagher Insurance. FUEL’s goal is to...
Dec 5, 2024
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LIWA Aquatics names Dan Barber as new President
LIWA Aquatics has announced Dan Barber as its new President, replacing Nick Wilkinson at the body’s 2024 AGM. Barber, a member of the LIWA Aquatic board since 2022 brings over...
Dec 5, 2024
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2025 para climbing season to feature world championships and three world cups
The four-year cycle leading up to the Los Angeles Paralympic Games 2028 will kick-off with an action-packed Para Climbing season 2025, which will include World Cup events in the...
Dec 5, 2024
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Southport Sharks advance plans for new sport and entertainment precinct
The Southport Sharks have released details of their palms to build an integrated sports and entertainment hub around their current Gold Coast base. With the precinct master...
Dec 5, 2024
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Olly Timing eliminates 700 timekeeper shifts at NSW Swimming Championships
For the NSW Swimming Championships being held from today until 12th December at Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre, Swimming NSW has hired Olly Timing to provide backup times...
Dec 5, 2024
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Skilled migrants eligibile to help address critical labour shortages in tourism industry
The Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA) has achieved a significant win, with the inclusion of Travel Consultants, Travel Agency Managers and Tour Guides as eligible...
Dec 5, 2024
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Unfit dishonour fees are weighing down gyms
Payments and banking are modernising at a rapid rate, but are, in some respects, being held back by old-fashioned concepts and practices. This includes fee structures and...
Dec 5, 2024
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Live Performance Australia welcomes Eric Lassen as Chief Executive
Eric Lassen has been appointed as Chief Executive of Live Performance Australia to lead the peak body for Australia’s live arts and entertainment industry. He will take up the...
Dec 4, 2024
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Victorian Government delivers $92 million for school swimming programs over the next four years
The Victorian Government has today announced more support for school swimming and water safety lessons. Victorian Deputy Premier and Minister for Education Ben Carroll today...
Dec 4, 2024
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Athlete dies during swim portion of Ironman Western Australia endurance race
A man has died during the swim component of the Ironman Western Australia endurance race held on 1st December in Busselton, located in southwest Western Australia. The athlete...
Dec 4, 2024
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States and territories agree to fund compensation for victims of abuse in sport
A stalemate over redress payments to victims of child sexual abuse in sporting institutions has been overcome with an agreement reached between states, territories and the...
Dec 4, 2024
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Reptiles killed by vandals during break-in at Darwin’s Crocosaurus Cove
Two turtles have been killed and another four injured following a break-in at the Crocosaurus Cove reptile park in Darwin overnight. Northern Territory Police are appealing for...
Dec 4, 2024
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Senayan Golf Club spotlighted as Jakarta’s only Night Golf Experience
Senayan Avenue by Ottolima, located in the heart of Jakarta, serves as a dynamic lifestyle hub, combining recreation, sport and hospitality offerings. Among its standout...
Dec 4, 2024
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Paddle Australia and Bowls Australia among winners of 2024 AIS Sport Performance Awards
The 2024 Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) Sport Performance Awards (ASPAs) were held last night at Centrepiece in Melbourne. The ASPAs are the only annual national awards...
Dec 4, 2024
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S30 Studio announces plans for 40 gyms in New Zealand by 2030
Australian founded gym group S30 Studio, known for its nightclub style décor and atmosphere, has announced plans to open 40 new sites in New Zealand before 2030. One of...
Dec 4, 2024
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Queensland Academy of Sport announced as location for Cycling Centre of Excellence
Preparing to host the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Queensland Government has today announced a national cycling Centre of Excellence will be established in Brisbane....
Dec 4, 2024
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