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Penrith Stadium grandstands demolished allowing new construction to commence
Both grandstands at Penrith Stadium have now been demolished, paving the way for the venue’s transformation. The project will reflect the stadium’s identity and strong ties to...
Aug 27, 2025
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Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre to host Mega Swim fundraising event
Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre to host Mega Swim fundraising event Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre is hosting the Sydney MS Mega Swim on 30 th and 31 st August with over...
Aug 27, 2025
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Humane World for Animals applauds Sydney Councils’ decisions on shark nets
Conservation organisation, Humane World for Animals, has applauded decisions by three Sydney Councils to take part in a trial removal of one shark net from each of their...
Aug 27, 2025
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Government
Leeton’s Roxy Community Theatre secures $2 million investment boost
Leeton Shire Council, situated in NSW’s Riverina region has advised that the Roxy Community Theatre has secured a $2,000,040 grant from the Australian and NSW Governments. The...
Aug 27, 2025
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Corangamite Shire Council offers free youth pool lifeguard training
Corangamite Shire Council, located in Victoria's southwest, has advised it is offering free lifeguard training for Shire residents aged 12-24 during the September school...
Aug 27, 2025
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Jetts Fitness announces and congratulates its 2025 Award Winners
Jetts Fitness has recognised outstanding performances, leadership, and contributions across its national network at its annual conference, The Gathering, and inspiring Gala...
Aug 27, 2025
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Fitness
Renowned arts leader Brett Sheehy appointed as Vivid Sydney Festival Director
The NSW Government has appointed renowned arts leader Brett Sheehy as Festival Director of leading multi-artform event, Vivid Sydney. With a career spanning more than two...
Aug 27, 2025
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ICC Sydney spotlights its sustainable solutions activation for ReGen Expo 2025
The ReGen Expo 2025 - held at ICC Sydney’s renowned Exhibition Centre - brought together innovation, collaboration, and climate-conscious action. Key Statistics A 100%...
Aug 26, 2025
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Latest national drowning report reveals tragic death toll
With Australia having recorded the highest number of drowning deaths since records began, Royal Life Saving Australia and Surf Life Saving Australia are calling for action ahead...
Aug 26, 2025
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West HQ’s Sydney Coliseum Theatre to transform into circus wonderland
Following sell out seasons in Brisbane and Singapore, West HQ’s Sydney Coliseum Theatre has announced the Sydney premiere season of 'Cirque Alice', an epic new show from the...
Aug 26, 2025
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Ayala Corporation athlete partnership delivers pole vaulting event to Philippines
Ayala Corporation, a renowned company with nearly 200 years of contributions to the Philippines, has via the Ayala Foundation, partnered with EJ Obiena - a Filipino track and...
Aug 26, 2025
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UPA Asia to deliver inaugural pickleball competitions to Malaysia and Vietnam
UPA Asia, the premier professional and amateur pickleball tour in Asia, dedicated to expanding the sport's highest level across the region, is bringing the inaugural PPA Tour...
Aug 26, 2025
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Sport
Construction companies progress to tender stage and public art contract awarded for Australian Hockey Centre
The Expression of Interest stage for the Australian Hockey Centre is now complete with three companies progressing to tender stage on the $163 million project. Three...
Aug 26, 2025
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Grant Thornton announced as Major Partner of ICF Slalom World Championships 2025
Grant Thornton, one of Australia’s leading professional services firms, has announced it will become a Major Partner of the ICF Slalom World Championships 2025 to be held at...
Aug 26, 2025
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Shellharbour’s Beverley Whitfield Ocean Pool to receive major accessibility upgrade
Shellharbour City Council has advised that Beverley Whitfield Ocean Pool is set to receive a major accessibility upgrade including a new permanent ramp making it safer and...
Aug 26, 2025
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WA Museum Boola Bardip’s Terracotta Warriors exhibition attracts 100,000 visitors
WA Museum Boola Bardip has flagged that today has marked 100,000 visitors through the Terracotta Warriors: Legacy of the First Emperor exhibition. Reaching this milestone in the...
Aug 26, 2025
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Ticketek Entertainment Group acquires New Zealand ticketing provider Eventfinda
Ticketek Entertainment Group (TEG), Australasia’s leading integrated live entertainment business, has acquired Eventfinda, the New Zealand–founded ticketing and events discovery...
Aug 26, 2025
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Hero Zone VR completes asset purchase of Spree Interactive free-roam system
Hero Zone VR, a global leader in location-based virtual reality (LBVR) entertainment, has completed an asset purchase of the Spree Interactive free-roam system following SPREE...
Aug 25, 2025
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Golf Australia announces bold new direction for Australian All Abilities Championship
Golf Australia has marked a significant milestone in the sport's commitment to inclusivity with today’s announcement of a bold new direction for the Australian All Abilities...
Aug 25, 2025
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Golf
Sunshine Coast’s Glasshouse Mountains Visitor & Interpretive Centre secures award for best Information Centre
Sunshine Coast’s Glasshouse Mountains Visitor & Interpretive Centre secured the award for Visitor Information Centre of the Year at the annual Queensland Information Centre...
Aug 25, 2025
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ASC initiative aims to ‘bust the myth’ that sport is only for ‘sporty’ people
A new Australian Sports Commission (ASC) - led initiative launched today aims to help more Australians find their place in sport and enjoy the benefits of being involved....
Aug 25, 2025
Sport
Cumberland City Council continues to fight for protection of Carnarvon Golf Course green space
Cumberland City Council has advised that it vehemently opposes the NSW Government’s proposal to convert 45 hectares of valuable green, open space, at Carnarvon Golf Course into...
Aug 25, 2025
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Recreation
Port Authority of NSW renews commitment to Bega Valley Shire tourism
The partnership between the Port Authority of NSW and Bega Valley Shire Council is considered essential to unlocking regional tourism opportunities. Port Authority of NSW has...
Aug 25, 2025
Tourism
All-access trail opens along Adelaide’s southern beaches
The South Australian Government has delivered a new accessible pathway along Adelaide’s southern beaches, with the Witton Bluff Base Trail now fully completed and open to the...
Aug 25, 2025
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