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SIS Pitches enhances sub-surface technology offerings with acquisitions
SIS Pitches, a British sports surfaces manufacturer, has taken the next step in their growth strategy with acquisitions which see them incorporate two further sub-surface...
Aug 3, 2025
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Golf New Zealand recognises contributions of Sir Michael Hill
Following the announcement earlier this week by jewellery brand Michael Hill of the passing of their founder Sir Michael Hill KNZM, Golf New Zealand has recognised his...
Aug 2, 2025
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Golf
Australian Government’s own climate advisors sound alarm on Great Barrier Reef's future
According to the Australian Marine Conservation Society, the Climate Change Authority – the Australian Government's own independent climate adviser – has warned that without far...
Aug 2, 2025
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Environment
Rockhampton Museum of Art Long Gallery to be transformed
New artwork created by one of Australia's most renowned contemporary visual artists, Sally Smart, is set to transform Rockhampton Museum of Art's (RMOA) Long Gallery. Titled...
Aug 2, 2025
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Arts
HOTELEX Shanghai 2026 to connect global brands within hospitality industry
HOTELEX Shanghai 2026, one of Asia's leading hospitality and catering trade shows, will be held from 30th March to 2nd April 2026 and will connect global brands with hotel...
Aug 2, 2025
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Technology
Harvest Rock music festival returns in 2025 following last year’s cancellation
One of South Australia’s popular music festivals, Harvest Rock, will return to Adelaide this year for a weekend of music and culinary options at Rymill and King Rodney Parks on...
Aug 1, 2025
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Bayside inaugural Creative Industries Forum delivers inspirational insights
Bayside Council, located in Sydney’s south, has advised that its inaugural Creative Industries Forum brought over 120 local artists and creative professionals together and...
Aug 1, 2025
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Tweed Shire's Uki sports community celebrates opening of flood resilient facilities
Tweed Shire's Uki sports community is celebrating the official opening of major upgraded facilities at Vic Bianchetti Sports Ground. The 2022 floods left the facility completely...
Aug 1, 2025
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Playgrounds and outdoor gyms among possibilities for Victorian local parks
Victorians are being invited by the state government to have their say on how local parks and green spaces can be improved as the government delivers more homes across Victoria....
Aug 1, 2025
Recreation /
Play /
Parks
New appointments announced for Burswood Park Board
Former Western Australian Government Minister Bill Johnston and Town of Victoria Park Mayor Karen Vernon have been appointed to the Burswood Park Board, which manages the...
Aug 1, 2025
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Parks
New World Aquatics Bureau elected at General Congress in Singapore
Global swimming's national federations have voted to approve the new World Aquatics Bureau - the body that organises and controls all aquatics competitions at Olympic Games and...
Aug 1, 2025
Sport /
Aquatics
City of Gold Coast launches search for partner to develop new arena
The City of Gold Coast has put a call out to domestic and international investors to join a public-private partnership to deliver a new 12,000 capacity indoor arena in...
Aug 1, 2025
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Queenstown's Shotover Jet celebrates 60 years of adventure experiences
Shotover Jet, one of New Zealand’s most recognisable adventure tourism activities, is turning 60 - marking six decades of high-speed thrills and memories in Queenstown. To...
Aug 1, 2025
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Open and inclusive ticketing program unveiled for Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027
The ticketing program for Men’s Rugby World Cup 2027 was unveiled at an event organised in Sydney this week with a focus on the fan experience and embodying a new era of...
Jul 31, 2025
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Sport /
Ticketing
Global Wellness Institute report spotlights importance of play for teenagers
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has released its 2025 Initiative Micro Trends Report which covers 30 global topics. From youth wellness and AI driving innovation in...
Jul 31, 2025
Wellness /
Play
Northern Rivers Rail Trail secures gold award for Adventure Tourism
The Northern Rivers Rail Trail has secured Gold in the Adventure Tourism category at the 2025 North Coast Tourism Awards, with additional recognition of a Silver award in the...
Jul 31, 2025
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TSB takes on naming rights sponsorship for new East Stand at Stadium Taranaki
New Plymouth District Council (NPDC) has announced that banking services group TSB has taken on the naming rights for Stadium Taranaki's newly redeveloped East Stand. The deal...
Jul 31, 2025
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Mount Gambier secures 2026 Music Summit
MusicSA and the City of Mount Gambier have announced the 2026 Regional and Remote Music Summit will be held in Mount Gambier, bringing the third national gathering of regional...
Jul 31, 2025
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Man charged over alleged attack on staff at Albany gym
A 31-year-old man has faced Court after allegedly assaulting staff and damaging property at the BodyCare Health Club in Western Australian coastal town of Albany. Western...
Jul 31, 2025
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Fitness
Heart Foundation announces recipients of 2025 Active Australia Innovation Challenge
The Heart Foundation, with support from the Australian Government, has announced eight recipients of this year's Active Australia Innovation Challenge (AAIC), with the winning...
Jul 31, 2025
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New Zealand Government looks to strengthen sustainable tourism at renowned sites
The New Zealand Government is investing $17.5 million into strengthening sustainable tourism at some of the country’s most popular natural attractions - supporting jobs and...
Jul 31, 2025
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Environment
Partnership extended between Basketball Australia and Ford Dealer Network
An extension of the major partnership between Ford Dealer Network and Basketball Australia has today been announced at an event on the Gold Coast – marking Ford’s commitment to...
Jul 31, 2025
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Retail
IAAPA launches Next-Generation eLearning Platform for global Attractions Industry
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has announced a multi-year partnership with Study Academy USA to develop and launch a customised...
Jul 31, 2025
Education /
Attractions
Cox Architecture-designed Sensory Bus to make major South Australian events more accessible
A Cox Architecture designed Sensory Bus is set to deliver an inclusive environment for autistic people and their families at some of South Australia’s biggest events, including...
Jul 31, 2025
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Wellness
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