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AUSactive and Private Healthcare Australia work towards driving health insurance reform

Following recent legislative changes allowing private health insurers to offer rebates for select natural therapies, AUSactive is currently working closely with Private...

Tourism Fiji releases new campaign produced by BBC StoryWorks

Tourism Fiji has released a new campaign produced by BBC StoryWorks which shows audiences a different side to the island nation beyond its idyllic beaches and world-class surf...

Fluidra Commercial introduces new Accessibility Consulting Service

Fluidra Commercial is expanding its services with the introduction of Accessibility Consultation, following team member Natsuki Murata’s recent achievement of a Certificate IV...

Adelaide Fringe 2025 saw more than $26 million go directly to artists and venues from ticket sales

The 2025 Adelaide Fringe arts festival featured 1,532 shows across 575 venues, reflecting the scale and reach of the open-access festival model. A total of $26.7 million was...

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NSW National Parks staff join tour operators to spotlight need for safe distances when whale watching

With humpback whales undertaking their annual migration, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) have teamed up with professional tour operators to help remind the...

Sport infrastructure works completed at Ridgewood Park

Sport infrastructure upgrades to the City of Wanneroo's Ridgewood Park, located 37 kms north of Perth, have now been completed, delivering on the Western Australian Government's...

New training helps Queensland lifeguards and pool managers harness AI to keep swimmers safe

Aquatic professionals across Queensland now have access to a free, cutting-edge online training module to help them understand, implement, and work confidently with drowning...

RISE 2025 initiative to empower women in hospitality and tourism sectors

A powerful new initiative – ‘RISE 2025 – Reshaping Hospitality by Empowering Women’ is launching in Phuket this August aimed at elevating and empowering women in the hospitality...

Aboriginal organisations encouraged to apply for funding to protect heritage sites across Western Australia

Aboriginal organisations are being urged to apply for a share of $1.25 million in Western Australian Government funding for projects that protect, preserve and promote...

Body Fit Training to expand into Middle East and North Africa with new master franchise agreement

Global boutique fitness brand Body Fit Training (BFT) has announced that it will be expanding into the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Through a new Master Franchise...

Impressive 2025 results see Adelaide Festival attract additional government and philanthropic funding

With a remarkable 40% increase in ticket sales compared to last year, the 2025 Adelaide Festival has returned impressive results, delivering an estimated $62.6 million gross...

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Cristiano Ronaldo museum opens in Hong Kong

A museum marking the footballing achievements of Cristiano Ronaldo, along with a collection of his trophies and jerseys, has opened on the seventh floor of Times Square mall in...

Lane Cove Council reveals name for new recreation centre

Sydney's Lane Cove Council has announced the official name of its new state-of-the-art sport and recreation facility which is set to be completed later this year. Following...

Cardinia Shire youth basketball program inspires students on court

Cardinia Shire Council has teamed up with Standout Basketball to host a basketball program, offering students a positive way to connect with peers and build meaningful...

Building complete at Mount Barker's Summit Aquatic and Leisure Centre

Mount Barker District Council has taken over possession of the Summit Aquatic and Leisure Centre following the construction’s ‘practical completion’ last Friday. The $52 million...

Eden Park recognised at international stadium awards

Eden Park has been recognised on the global stage winning two prestigious awards at TheStadiumBusiness Awards 2025. The Auckland stadium received the Event of the Year award for...

Commonwealth Games Australia and Fair Game link to strengthen community connections through sport and culture

The Australian Commonwealth Games Team and its alumni are set to embrace First Nations culture and country through a new community partnership with Fair Game. Aimed at deepening...

Busan Metropolitan Government to redevelop Sajik Baseball Stadium

The Busan Metropolitan Government has given approval for a project which aims to transform Sajik Baseball Stadium into a “futuristic smart baseball park”. With new projects with...

Design and tender process endorsed for Parramatta’s Riverside Theatres Redevelopment

The detailed design and tender process to deliver Parramatta's Riverside Theatres redevelopment was given the green light by City of Parramatta at yesterday's Council Meeting....

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AUSactive launches new edition of Work Health and Safety Guide for industry

AUSactive has released its new edition of the Work Health and Safety Guide for Exercise and Active Health Businesses, offering an updated and practical resource to support safe...

Aquatic, sport and recreation facilities among southeast Queensland assets to receive cyclone recovery package

In the wake of the impact in March 2025 of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, a $169.297 million recovery program will be delivered under the joint Commonwealth-state Disaster Recovery...

Merlin Entertainments opens China's first LEGOLAND Resort

Merlin Entertainments has opened LEGOLAND Shanghai Resort, their first LEGOLAND Resort in in China and the second biggest theme park market in the world. LEGOLAND® Shanghai...

Women’s competition sees AFL ‘losing $50 million a year’

The AFL has been reported as telling its 18 teams that the AFL Women’s (AFLW) competition is losing $50 million each year. According to Nine's newspapers, AFL Chief Executive...

New Zealand’s growing business events sector looks to recruit young talent

Workforce growth is predicted for New Zealand's business events sector with skilled staff crucial to its success – as revealed in a new industry survey from Business Events...

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