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WA hosts new Centre for Sport and Recreation research
The Department of Sport and Recreation (DSR) in Western Australia and the Curtin University of Technology have jointly established a specialist research centre in sport and...
Sep 12, 2008
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Recreation
Bike Hire Tender at Sydney Olympic Park
The Sydney Olympic Park Authority is seeking tenders from suitably experienced organisations to manage and operate a bike hire business within Sydney Olympic Park. 'Bike Hire at...
Sep 12, 2008
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Parks
Springs Retreat Spa wins at Australasian Awards
Victorian operators netted a total of five awards at the recent Australasian Spa Association (ASpa) Spas of Excellence awards which recognise excellence in service delivery in...
Sep 12, 2008
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World Rally Championship returns to Australia
Australia will end a three-year absence from the World Rally Championship (WRC) with confirmation that a round of the 2009 WRC will be staged in northern NSW. Australia last...
Sep 11, 2008
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Venues
Candover acquires stake in Technogym
UK-based private equity firm Candover has secured a 40% stake in Italian fitness equipment supplier Technogym. The shares were sold by Nerio Alessandri, Technogym founder and...
Sep 11, 2008
UAE theme park developments worth US$62 billion
The dramatic pace of development in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) currently includes over 30 multi-faceted entertainment resorts and theme parks. According to event organiser...
Sep 11, 2008
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Latimer to continue as NZRA President
In advance of the New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA)âs AGM during its upcoming National Conference, it has been confirmed that current NZRA John Latimer will continue to...
Sep 9, 2008
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Parks
Brisbane Tri Nations Decider Sells Out
The Australian Rugby Union have advised that the Tri Nations decider between the Wallabies and the All Blacks at Suncorp Stadium this Saturday night is sold out. A crowd of...
Sep 9, 2008
SPLASH! breaks records
SPLASH! has been hailed as the largest ever pool and spa trade show in Australia. The 2008 event was bigger by every measure than any other pool and spa industry show with 93...
Sep 9, 2008
Events /
Aquatics
Strong Ticket Sales for Phillip Island MotoGP
With the 2008 Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix less than a month away, Victorian Tourism and Major Events Minister Tim Holding has highlighted that "ticket sales are again...
Sep 8, 2008
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Ticketing
Guggenheim Museum for Abu Dhabi
The New York-based Guggenheim Foundation has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Abu Dhabi government to open a new museum in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The...
Sep 8, 2008
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Venues
Environments to Support Healthy Lifestyles and Activity
The Cancer Society of New Zealand, with support from SPARC and the New Zealand Ministry of Health, is hosting a one day 'Physical Impact Symposium' on Wednesday 5th November. To...
Sep 8, 2008
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Fitness
Aquatics Recreation Victoria launches new Qualifications
The Smart Connection Company and Aquatics Recreation Victoria have partnered to launch a series of aquatic industry qualifications. The qualifications are at three levels:...
Sep 5, 2008
Double Premiere at Dreamworld
Dreamworld is set for a double dose of the 'The Mummy' movie franchise on Sunday. First the Park will host the Australian Red Carpet Premiere of The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon...
Sep 5, 2008
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Work starts on Dubbo venue
Dubbo Mayor Greg Matthews and City Council General Manager Mark Riley have ceremonially begun work on the first stage of the Dubbo Regional Theatre & Convention Centre. In...
Sep 5, 2008
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Entertainment
SCG's Sheridan Building Opened
The Sydney Cricket and Sportsground Trust has officially opened its Sheridan Building, which houses the administration headquarters for the SCG Trust, AFL (NSW/ACT), Sydney FC,...
Sep 4, 2008
New Sponsor for Kangaroo Hoppet
The Falls Creek-based cross country skiing event that kicks of the Worldloppet series of long-distance ski races, held in 15 countries around the world, has a new partner AGL...
Sep 4, 2008
UQ Sport to manage Queensland Tennis Centre?
Following a competitive tender process Tennis Queensland is in the final stage of negotiations with UQ Sport to manage the day-to-day tennis operations of the soon-to-be-opened...
Sep 4, 2008
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Whittaker to Step Down
After 10 years of loyal and dedicated service, the last eight as Chief Executive of Aquatics & Recreation Victoria (the former Victorian Aquatic Industry Council), Andrew...
Sep 3, 2008
Recreation /
Aquatics
Cleanevent expands to New Zealand and Asia markets
Waste services managers The Cleanevent Group is to expand its business activities into New Zealand and South East Asia, appointing Robi Rogerson to lead the venture as Managing...
Sep 3, 2008
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Venues
Parks professionals head for Christchurch
This year's 2008 New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA) conference is linking with 2008 International Federation of Park and Recreation Administration Asia Pacific Congress...
Sep 3, 2008
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Parks
Macquarie Bank to build SA State Aquatic Centre?
A Macquarie Bank backed consortium is believed to be ready to present a financial model for the development of the long-planned South Australian State Aquatic Centre. The Aqua43...
Sep 2, 2008
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Virgin announces club openings
The Virgin Group has announced that Virgin Active health clubs will be opening its first Australian club in the Sydney suburb of Frenchs Forest in December this year. Already a...
Sep 2, 2008
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Fitness
Crawford to lead expert focus on grassroots sport
Federal Minister for Sport, Kate Ellis, has announced the appointment of the independent expert panel that will investigate the reforms required to ensure that Australiaâs...
Sep 2, 2008
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Government
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