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TTF welcomes NSW Government’s $91 billion vision to enhance tourism landscape
Tourism & Transport Forum (TTF) Australia has welcomed the NSW Government’s bold, new target to propel the NSW visitor economy to $91 billion by 2035. The NSW Government’s...
Oct 8, 2024
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Meliá Hotels introduce Lumitics AI technology for food waste minimisation
In recent months two premium resorts, Meliá Koh Samui in Thailand and Meliá Ho Tram in Vietnam, have introduced Lumitics AI technology for food waste minimisation. The new food...
Oct 8, 2024
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Byron Bay resort transforms event experiences with bespoke offerings
Located in the heart of Byron Bay, Elements of Byron is a premium resort known for its commitment to sustainability, wellness, and bespoke experiences. Elements of Byron hosts...
Oct 8, 2024
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India’s KISS Volleyball Festival enters Guinness World Records
The volleyball tournament held at Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS), Bhubaneswar, India on 4th October 2024, featured over 5,000 players - leading to its entry into...
Oct 8, 2024
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Sport
All-time attendance record broken across NSW’s major venues
Following Sunday’s NRLW and NRL Grand Finals at Accor Stadium, the state’s major venues have smashed their all-time attendance record with over four million fans attending live...
Oct 7, 2024
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Australian fitness industry to unite under one roof at AusFitness Expo
Celebrating the power of health and wellness and looking to inspire greatness and unite the fitness community under one roof, the AusFitness Expo and AusFitness Industry events...
Oct 7, 2024
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Global Nature Positive Summit commences while Australia’s nature protection laws remain inadequate
With the inaugural Global Nature Positive Summit having commenced today at ICC Sydney and running until 10th October 2024, environmental groups have spotlighted the need to...
Oct 7, 2024
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Environment
WorkSafe WA to investigate death at Perth 24/7 gym
WorkSafe WA has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of a 33-year-old man at a 24/7 gym in Perth. Giuliano Pirone died in hospital after he...
Oct 7, 2024
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James Cameron underwater exhibition returns to Australian National Maritime Museum
The popular, immersive exhibition – ‘James Cameron - Challenging the Deep’ about the history-making expeditions of the renowned ocean explorer, filmmaker and technology...
Oct 7, 2024
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Tropical North QLD tourism revival supported by $15 million boost
The Australian Government’s $15 million International Tourism Recovery Program has boosted a resurgence in international visitors to Tropical North Queensland. The program has...
Oct 7, 2024
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Hydrilla reveals work undertaken in upgrading the Gawler Aquatic Centre
With the Gawler Aquatic Centre set to open for its second season after the completion of a major capital works program undertaken during the winter of 2023, Adelaide-based...
Oct 7, 2024
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The Pilates Journal Expo returns in 2025
Following the success of the inaugural ‘Pilates Journal Expo’ held this year at Bondi Beach, the event is returning in 2025 to offer the Pilates industry a vital platform for...
Oct 7, 2024
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ASC Sport Performance Awards judged by commitment to ‘win well’
With nominations open for the 2024 Australian Sport Performance Awards, Australian Sports Commission Chief Executive Kieren Perkins has noted the awards are judged not only on...
Oct 7, 2024
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Sport
Adelaide Festival Centre partners with Flinders University
Adelaide Festival Centre has announced Flinders University as a centre-wide Education Partner with a focus on supporting students and preparing the arts and cultural sector for...
Oct 7, 2024
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POWERFLEX to introduce new PFX Battle Bars at 2024 Australian Fitness Expo
POWERFLEX, creators of leading fitness and sports products such as Edge Sports Balls and CorMax Fitness, are preparing to launch their latest innovation, PFX Battle Bars, at the...
Oct 7, 2024
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Siteminder reveals positive impact of Coldplay on Sydney hotel bookings
A new analysis from Sydney-headquartered SiteMinder, a world leading open hotel commerce platform, has revealed Coldplayers are driving a 125% surge in Sydney hotel bookings...
Oct 7, 2024
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Australian Oztag and etrainu partner to streamline referee accreditation and training
Australian Oztag has partnered with etrainu - an innovator in online learning solutions - to launch The Hub, a new digital platform designed to streamline referee accreditation...
Oct 7, 2024
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Taiwan Tourism sees visitation growth from Australia and New Zealand
Taiwan has witnessed a consistent month-on-month increase in visitors from Australia and New Zealand (AUNZ) between January and May 2024, with a total of 54,251 arrivals. This...
Oct 7, 2024
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Tourism
Alice Springs Masters Games returns with 1150 entrants across 23 sports
The Alice Springs Masters Games returns 12th-19th October with 1150 entrants ready to show off their sporting prowess and have fun at the 18th edition of the Games. The Alice...
Oct 7, 2024
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Sport
New strategy to drive future of NSW tourism
A focus on experience-led tourism along with the delivery of millions of extra airline seats and tens of thousands of hotel rooms form part of a plan to transform NSW’s visitor...
Oct 7, 2024
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Transformed Centara Karon Resort Phuket reopens
Centara Hotels and Resorts, Thailand’s leading hotel operator, has announced the reopening of Centara Karon Resort Phuket following a stunning transformation. To mark the...
Oct 7, 2024
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Hospitality
Supercars announces expanded 2025 race calendar
The 2025 Repco Supercars Championship calendar has been revealed with the expanded 13-round championship to include a return to the Queensland Raceway near Ipswich for the first...
Oct 6, 2024
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Les Mills Asia Pacific releases new take on strength training to help meet member demands
Aiming to combine the latest sports conditioning and performance training techniques to combine the best of heavy compound lifting and functional strength training, the new Les...
Oct 6, 2024
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Fitness
New naming for Geelong basketball stadium
A key location for basketball in the greater Geelong and Bellarine region is now known by a new name, following the merger of its namesake sponsor in recent weeks. Following AWA...
Oct 6, 2024
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