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Cricket Victoria to participate in Global Super League T20 Competition
Cricket Victoria has advised of its participation in the inaugural Global Super League (GSL) T20 competition, taking place from 26th November to 7th December 2024 in Guyana....
Nov 6, 2024
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Sport
Major sporting and cultural events inject $31 million into Cairns economy
Cairns Council support of $1.47 million from Council’s Major Events Sponsorship program, resulted in $31 million being injected into the Cairns economy in the previous financial...
Nov 6, 2024
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Taronga Zoo announces LG Electronics Australia as partner for its ecopreneurial Hatch program
Taronga Conservation Society Australia has announced technology innovators LG Electronics Australia (LG) as the first-ever presenting partner for Taronga’s annual ecopreneurial...
Nov 6, 2024
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Southland's Hump Ridge designated as New Zealand's 11th great walk
The Department of Conservation (DOC) has advised that Southland's Hump Ridge track near Tuatapere has been designated as New Zealand’s 11th great walk. The Tuatapere Hump Ridge...
Nov 6, 2024
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Basketball Australia welcomes AusPlay statistics showing participation growth
In a year where four Australian teams competed across the Olympics and Paralympics, Basketball Australia has welcomed new statistics from the Australian Sports Commission that...
Nov 6, 2024
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Australian Ski Areas Association names new Chief Executive
The Australian Ski Areas Association (ASAA) has today announced the appointment of Josh Elliott as its new Chief Executive, replacing the late Colin Hackworth who died last...
Nov 6, 2024
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Canstar Blue research reveals Fernwood Fitness as top ranked for customer satisfaction
The latest research from Canstar Blue reveals the habits and preferences of Australia’s gym goers alongside Fernwood Fitness having been revealed as the winner of Canstar Blue’s...
Nov 5, 2024
Fitness
Sydney's Qudos Bank Arena marks 25 years of live entertainment
Sydney's Qudos Bank Arena is today celebrating 25 years as Australia’s largest and most diverse indoor venue. Built as one of the major venues for the Sydney 2000 Olympic and...
Nov 5, 2024
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Parks Victoria climbing decision for Mount Arapiles delivers mixed reactions
Parks Victoria has released a new management plan for Mount Arapiles, in western Victoria, with plans to close half of the climbing routes as well as the renowned Pines...
Nov 5, 2024
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Tourism Industry Aotearoa white paper suggests big changes looming for New Zealand tourism industry
Emerging technologies and changing visitor demographics will likely change how people plan, book and engage on their holiday in coming years, according to a newly released white...
Nov 5, 2024
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Technology
Aboriginal youth gym among projects to benefit from NSW ClubGRANTS
A musical society, marine rescue organisation and Aboriginal youth gym are among 46 recipients to share a total of $12.75 million this financial year – allocated under the NSW...
Nov 5, 2024
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Global Wellness economy anticipated to reach US$9 trillion by 2028
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI), this week convening at the 18th annual Global Wellness Summit in St Andrews, Scotland, has revealed new research on a wellness market with...
Nov 5, 2024
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Federal Government announces new appointments to Portrait Gallery Board
The Federal Government has announced Sam Meers as a member and future Chair, the reappointment of Penny Fowler as interim Chair and Elizabeth Dibbs as a member of the Board to...
Nov 5, 2024
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Effective ways to realise commitments explored during Global Nature Positive Summit at ICC Sydney
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) hosted the world’s inaugural Global Nature Positive Summit attended by around 1,000 delegates including international...
Nov 5, 2024
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Movie World starts on testing of new Wizard of Oz-themed rollercoaster
Gold Coast theme park Warner Bros. Movie World has started testing its new Wizard of Oz-themed rollercoaster, Kansas Twister. Scheduled to open for the peak summer season in...
Nov 5, 2024
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Attractions
Anurak Lodge secures Thailand Responsible Tourism Award
Anurak Community Lodge, located in southern Thailand, has secured the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) 2024 Responsible Tourism Award in the ‘Responsible Tourism...
Nov 5, 2024
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National Park transformation to expand Newcastle’s green space
The City of Newcastle has proposed for an underutilised section of National Park to be transformed into open green space - activating an area in one of the city's largest and...
Nov 5, 2024
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Jenny Graham announces retirement from Cairns Convention Centre
Jenny Graham, after an illustrious career spanning nearly 24 years at the Cairns Convention Centre, has announced her retirement. Currently in the role of Bid Strategy Manager,...
Nov 5, 2024
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Nominations open for 2025 Northern Territory Sports Awards
Nominations are now open for the annual Northern Territory Sports Awards which recognise the achievements of Territory athletes, coaches, sporting officials and volunteers...
Nov 5, 2024
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Recreation
New Zealand Conservation Boards strengthened by new appointments
New Zealand’s Department of Conservation (DOC) has made 64 appointments to 14 Conservation Boards aiming to strengthen environmental efforts across Aotearoa New Zealand....
Nov 5, 2024
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Royal Life Saving highlights summer job opportunities in aquatic centres
With the operators of aquatic centres and seasonal swimming pools across Australia looking to fill job vacancies for summer, Royal Life Saving Society Australia is highlighting...
Nov 5, 2024
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Aquatics
Work progresses on new Perth Zoo gibbon habitat as part of multi-million dollar masterplan
Perth Zoo has advised that construction of its new gibbon habitat - expected to be complete in early 2025 - is moving forward The latest phase of the Zoo’s Western Australia...
Nov 5, 2024
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Australian Government looks to introduce in-stadium ban on gambling advertising
The Federal Government is pushing to introduce a ban on in-stadium ban on electronic sideline advertisements promoting gambling during AFL and NRL games. Falling short of...
Nov 5, 2024
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Moshtix launches market-first solution for venues and event organisers
Moshtix has announced the launch of a free first-in-market solution that aims to solve marketing campaign attribution and reporting woes for venues and event organisers. The...
Nov 5, 2024
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