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Belgravia Group's Geoff Lord recognised with AUSactive Chair's Award
Geoff Lord, Chairman and Chief Executive of the Belgravia Group, has tonight been recognised with the Chair's Award at the 2024 AUSactive Award Gala in Sydney. In his role at...
Oct 10, 2024
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Inaugural Sport Positive Awards recognise initiatives that promote climate and biodiversity
A diverse group of organisations and individuals including the World Surf League, Starboard, Kicking for Nature, Liverpool FC and Australian academic Dr Sheila Nyungen having...
Oct 10, 2024
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AUSactive’s Barrie Elvish: Federal Government should not let Sports Commission run a physical activity campaign
AUSactive Chief Executive Barrie Elvish has this morning emphasised the role the exercise industry can play in meeting Australia’s national health and physical activity...
Oct 10, 2024
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Rugby Australia prepares counter-claim to Melbourne Rebels' $30 million lawsuit
The legal dispute between Rugby Australia and former Super Rugby team Melbourne Rebels has escalated this week with Rugby Australia preparing a counter-claim to Melbourne...
Oct 10, 2024
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Live music inquiry focusses on risk and insurance
The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Communications and the Arts is holding a public hearing today in Canberra for its inquiry into the challenges and...
Oct 10, 2024
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Life Saving Victoria and Aquatics and Recreation Victoria release latest State of the Sector Report
Life Saving Victoria (LSV) and Aquatics and Recreation Victoria (ARV) have released the Victorian Public Pools: State of the Sector Report 2023-2024 - a comprehensive report...
Oct 10, 2024
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Coach Welly to partner with Fitness and Lifestyle Group brands
Wellness and member retention platform Coach Welly has announced that it is teaming up with Fitness and Lifestyle Group's Goodlife Health Clubs and Fitness First Australia to...
Oct 10, 2024
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Surf Park Central spotlights 10 key takeaways from Surf Park Summit 2024
Surf Park Central held its latest surf park industry-focused event from 30th September to 2nd October and has advised that the Surf Park Summit 2024 was its largest to date...
Oct 10, 2024
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Oasis’ Australian tour dates will not feature dynamic ticket pricing
After having announced a series of sold-out dates in the Europe, North America and Mexico for their reunion tour, English rock band Oasis to stage stadium concerts in Melbourne...
Oct 10, 2024
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Funlab venues across Australia to raise funds for mental wellbeing
Funlab is delivering a ‘Day of Fun’ with $8 offers across all of its popular venues in Australia with proceeds going to national youth mental health organisation, headspace....
Oct 10, 2024
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SportNXT returns to Melbourne in 2025
SportNXT is returning to Melbourne in March 2025 with the three-day event bringing a host of high-profile speakers from around the world to discuss the latest in the business of...
Oct 10, 2024
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Mov'in Bed outdoor cinema returns to Barangaroo
Mov'in Bed outdoor cinema is making its much-anticipated return to Barangaroo from 29th November to 23rd March 2025 with the event transforming Barangaroo’s stunning Harbour...
Oct 10, 2024
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RAC Arena announces Pirate Life Brewing as lounge naming rights partner
RAC Arena, managed by ASM Global, has announced Pirate Life Brewing as the naming rights partner for the venue’s level one lounge, now known as the Pirate Life Bar. As an...
Oct 10, 2024
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Australian Open introduces new fan experience and increased shaded areas for 2025
Australian Open has introduced TOPCOURT – a new precinct offering the latest innovation in fan experience, blending sport and entertainment. TOPCOURT is set to transform Middle...
Oct 10, 2024
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WTTC launches Indigenous Tourism report at Global Summit in Perth
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has launched a landmark report this week at its Global Summit in Perth spotlighting the projected contribution of Indigenous tourism to...
Oct 10, 2024
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Endorsed draft Masterplan released for Fremantle Oval redevelopment
The City of Fremantle has released the draft Masterplan to redevelop Fremantle Oval into a facility for the future. The Masterplan aims to revitalise, enhance and future proof...
Oct 10, 2024
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Inner West Council collaborates with SXSW Sydney to launch inaugural festival
Sydney’s Inner West Council is partnering with South by Southwest (SXSW) Sydney, in association with Century Venues to launch the inaugural ‘Fest by Inner West’ presented by...
Oct 10, 2024
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ATEC releases program highlights for Meeting Place 2024
The Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC) has announced the launch of this year’s Meeting Place (MP24) program, detailing all the action that will be part of the event taking...
Oct 10, 2024
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Life Saving Victoria appoints new Chief Operations Officer for Emergency Management Capability and Response
Life Saving Victoria (LSV) has appointed Kirsty Robertson as its new Chief Operations Officer for Emergency Management Capability & Response. With over 25 years of leadership...
Oct 9, 2024
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Adelaide Zoo’s African lions euthanised after Mujambi suffers medical episode
Adelaide Zoo announced today “with an extremely heavy heart” that following a medical episode of African male Mujambi, they made the decision to humanely euthanise both Mujambi...
Oct 9, 2024
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NSW taekwondo instructor accused of triple murder considering response to charges
A taekwondo instructor is accused of killing a couple and a child during a horrific triple murder in western Sydney earlier this year is reported to be considering his response...
Oct 9, 2024
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Noosa Council marks Inclusion Day by joining Sport4All program
International Inclusion Day is held on 10th October and to mark the day Noosa Council has become the first local government in Queensland to commit to the Sport4All program...
Oct 9, 2024
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Rugby Australia faces $30million lawsuit from Melbourne Rebels
Rugby Australia took control of the Super Rugby team Melbourne Rebels in January 2024 when the Franchise was placed into voluntary administration after accruing debts of almost...
Oct 9, 2024
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Foot Locker signs as major partner of WNBL
Leading footwear and apparel retailer, Foot Locker, has signed as a major partner of the Women's National Basketball League (WNBL) for the 2024-25 season. In celebration of the...
Oct 9, 2024
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