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Mobile connectivity upgrades for Kakadu National Park boosts emergency service access
New upgrades jointly funded by the Australian Government, Northern Territory Government and Telstra will see visitors to Kakadu National Park now having access to more reliable...
Jul 24, 2025
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Hockey Australia announces first official Alumni partnership formed with Partners Wealth Group
Hockey Australia celebrates the incredible value and legacy of its alumni community with the announcement of its first official Alumni partnership, formed with Partners Wealth...
Jul 23, 2025
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Madame Tussauds unveils 13 new Taylor Swift figures in global launch
Global entertainment brand, Madame Tussauds, has unveiled its biggest figure launch to date, creating 13 new Taylor Swift wax figures launched in 13 cities across four...
Jul 23, 2025
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Kiama Council marks World Drowning Prevention Day with acknowledgement of lifeguards and volunteer lifesavers
To mark World Drowning Prevention Day (25th July), Kiama Council has paid tribute to its lifeguards and volunteer lifesavers who serve the community with Kiama Mayor Cameron...
Jul 23, 2025
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Renee Soutar promoted to head marketing role across Village Roadshow theme parks
Renee Soutar has been promoted to the role of Chief Marketing Officer at Village Roadshow Theme Parks, stepping up from her position as General Manager of Marketing. Through...
Jul 23, 2025
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Kane Constructions appointed to deliver stage two of the Wurdi Baierr Aquatic and Recreation Centre
Kane Constructions has been appointed to deliver stage two of the Wurdi Baierr Aquatic and Recreation Centre for Victoria’s Surf Coast community to enjoy their favourite...
Jul 23, 2025
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Tourism New Zealand campaign significantly exceeds expectations
The Tourism NZ ‘Everyone Must Go’ campaign encouraging Australians to select New Zealand for their next holiday has brought in thousands of visitors in a boost for regional...
Jul 23, 2025
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National Water Safety Summit 2025 calls for urgent action to reduce the impacts of drowning
Australia’s leading water safety experts are calling for urgent action to reduce drowning at the National Water Safety Summit 2025, held in Sydney to mark World Drowning...
Jul 23, 2025
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PGA of Australia and Golf Australia joint initiative combines seven legacy websites into one platform
A joint initiative by the PGA of Australia and Golf Australia will see the launch of the golf industry’s new one-stop shop website - GOLF.com. au - confirmed to go live on...
Jul 23, 2025
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NRMA Halls Gap Holiday Park announces special offer for members during Glow Festival
NRMA Halls Gap Holiday Park situated in the magnificent Grampians region has announced a special members’ offer to coincide with the new Glow Festival - a continuous series of...
Jul 23, 2025
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Queensland Government begins procurement for Brisbane 2032 Games precinct
The Queensland Government has commenced the procurement process for the Victoria Park precinct Olympic and Paralympic Games infrastructure. The Expression of Interest (EOI)...
Jul 23, 2025
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Athletics and Rugby participants to benefit from $2.5 Million revitalisation of CV Kelly Park
Outdated amenities at CV Kelly Park in Girraween, located 30 km west of central Sydney, are set to be replaced via $2.5 million from the NSW Government – benefitting Girraween...
Jul 23, 2025
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Applications open for Victoria’s Creative Enterprises Program
Applications are now open for Victoria’s Creative Enterprises Program, which provides four-year investment in the leadership, organisational infrastructure and capacity of...
Jul 23, 2025
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Vacant parcels of land transformed into vibrant community parks
The City of Playford has transformed once vacant parcels of land on Virgo Street, Elizabeth South and Barrow Crescent, Elizabeth Vale into vibrant community parks, now open for...
Jul 23, 2025
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New agreement unites three Cairns galleries under one operator
Cairns Regional Council has approved a new agreement that brings the city’s three major public galleries – Cairns Art Gallery, Court House Gallery, and Mulgrave Gallery – under...
Jul 23, 2025
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Cost of planned Brisbane Olympic Aquatic Centre set to double to $1.2 billion
The estimated cost of delivering Brisbane’s National Aquatic Centre (NAC) for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games has surged to $1.2 billion, almost double the price forecast...
Jul 22, 2025
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Partnership renewed between Cricket Victoria and School Sport Victoria
The partnership agreement between Cricket Victoria and School Sport Victoria (SSV) has been renewed to run run from 2025 to the end of 2028, aiming to enhance cricket...
Jul 22, 2025
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AUSactive introduces membership model to reflect a growing and diverse industry
AUSactive has launched a new professional membership model designed to better reflect the growing diversity and evolution of the industry. The new two-tiered framework -...
Jul 22, 2025
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Melbourne Park and Tennis Australia open Expressions of Interest process for ticketing services
Tennis Australia and Melbourne Park are preparing to release Expressions of Interest (EOI) to the market for ticketing services, signalling a strategic review of their fan...
Jul 22, 2025
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Dreamworld operator Coast Entertainment reports strong financial performance
Coast Entertainment Holdings Limited, the operator of Dreamworld, WhiteWater World and the SkyPoint Obeservation Deck, has reported a strong financial performance for the...
Jul 22, 2025
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Climate change to have increasing impact on cricket around the world
Climate change and severe weather event is placing cricketers at all levels of the game and around the world at increasing risk due to playing in extreme conditions according to...
Jul 22, 2025
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Live Nation set to launch new country music festival
Backed by the team behind the Spilt Milk festival, a new country music festival, Strummingbird has announced its debut tour dates for spring 2025. Set to tour Queensland, NSW...
Jul 22, 2025
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CoastWA delivers $3 million for 27 projects to safeguard Western Australia's coastline
The recipients of the 2025-26 CoastWA grants have been announced by the Western Australian Government with $3.01 million to be shared across 27 projects to safeguard the state’s...
Jul 22, 2025
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Deloitte report suggests 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games could bring $70 billion in economic opportunities
The Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games could deliver $70 billion in economic benefits according to a new report from consultants Deloitte Access Economics. Released on...
Jul 22, 2025
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