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Raft of aquatic activations endorsed for Lake Macquarie
Surfing events are among the activations endorsed for Lake Macquarie following Council’s approved funding of 21 applications for a total of $75,004 under round one of the Event...
Jun 29, 2025
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Aquatics
Broken Hill’s new netball courts reopen with Rebound Ace surfaces
Broken Hill City Council’s new netball courts have officially reopened with the $5 million upgrade including the construction of 10 new netball courts with Rebound Ace surfaces,...
Jun 29, 2025
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Geelong’s Lara Golf Course improvements to ensure sustainability
The City of Greater Geelong is investing $3.4 million into the popular Lara Golf Course to ensure it remains sustainable and a destination course for golfers in the region....
Jun 29, 2025
Golf
FSB Sports Show Riyadh concludes successful launch
The inaugural FSB Sports Show Riyadh has concluded a successful launch with 13,110 visitors in attendance – supporting its establishment as Saudi Arabia’s largest trade event...
Jun 29, 2025
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Recreation
Snow Australia holds inaugural Adaptive Festival at Perisher Resort
Snow Australia held its inaugural Adaptive Festival at Perisher Resort last week as it continues to create new opportunities for inclusive snow sports. With the support of...
Jun 29, 2025
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Snowsport
LiveLighter campaign adopted in South Australia to tackle Obesity
A new campaign is being spearheaded in South Australia with advertisements showing the damaging impact of toxic fat on the body aimed at addressing the obesity epidemic across...
Jun 29, 2025
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Wellness
Refurbishment on Fremantle Town Hall balcony increases venue's capacity
The $600,000 refurbishment project to upgrade the Fremantle Town Hall balcony area and increase the venue's capacity is now complete. Builders from heritage restoration...
Jun 29, 2025
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Arts
Community Sport Grant Program opens for NSW sporting organisations
The NSW Government has today opened the Local Sport Grant Program via which community sporting organisations can apply for grants of $2,000 - $20,000 with up to $50,000...
Jun 29, 2025
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Finance
PCYC Mudgee youth program delivers positive impact for generations
The aim of the PCYC Youth Program ‘Fit for Life’ is to get young people active in life. It’s an early-intervention initiative designed to foster positive lifestyle habits in...
Jun 29, 2025
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Fitness
Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre to include New Zealand’s first Aquatic Sensory Experience
Christchurch’s long-awaited Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre is moving towards completion and when finished will include New Zealand’s first Aquatic Sensory Experience....
Jun 29, 2025
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Wellness /
Aquatics
Independent valuation of $145 million boosts Newcastle Art Gallery Collection
An independent valuation of $145 million places Newcastle Art Gallery as home to the most valuable public art collection in Australia outside of a capital city. This is an...
Jun 29, 2025
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Largest land addition secured for Northern Territory’s Litchfield National Park in 25 years
An historic purchase by the Northern Territory Government marks the largest addition of land to the Litchfield National Park estate in 25 years. The NT Government has secured...
Jun 29, 2025
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Parks
New child supervision rules introduced for Orange Aquatic Centre
Orange Aquatic Centre is introducing stronger supervision requirements for parents and carers to address concerns regarding the active supervision of children at the facility....
Jun 29, 2025
Safety /
Aquatics
Funding approved for 137 projects celebrating Sydney's culture and creativity
The City of Sydney has approved a major funding boost of more than $4.5 million for 137 projects that will celebrate Sydney's culture and creativity, support the local economy,...
Jun 29, 2025
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Arts
2025 Rip Curl GromSearch Phillip Island to attract elite junior surfing back to Bass Coast Shire
As the final marquee junior event on the Surfing Australia Junior Series, the 2025 Rip Curl GromSearch Phillip Island presented by Bass Coast Shire Council will bring elite...
Jun 29, 2025
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Aquatics
Associations urged to rethink strategies amid rising geopolitical instability
A new white paper has explored how associations around the world are navigating the rapidly evolving geo-political landscape. The Hague & Partners Convention Bureau, in...
Jun 29, 2025
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Security
Sport and Swim vouchers return for Northern Territory families
Families across the Northern Territory can apply for the next round of Sport and Learn to Swim Vouchers from 1st July, helping cover the cost of activities that keep children...
Jun 28, 2025
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Aquatics
Vivid Sydney calls for creatives from across globe to help shape 2026 program
The NSW Government, through Destination NSW, is seeking ideas from creators, producers, thought leaders and innovators from across the globe to help shape the 2026 program for...
Jun 28, 2025
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Upgrades commence on Wilsons Promontory’s Tidal River Visitor Centre
Upgrades have commenced on Wilsons Promontory’s Tidal River Visitor Centre to attract even more people to one of Victoria’s most popular national parks. Victorian Minister for...
Jun 28, 2025
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Parks
Queensland coastal councils to receive funding for effective hazard adaptation strategies
Round 4 of the QCoast2100 program, jointly funded by the Queensland and Australian Governments through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA), will see 15 key...
Jun 28, 2025
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Environment
Legislation passed to exempt venues for Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games from major planning laws
The Queensland Government has passed legislation to ensure all venues built for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games will be exempt from major planning rules meaning final...
Jun 27, 2025
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Venues
Minerva Network marks major milestone of supporting more than 1,000 elite women athletes
The Minerva Network has marked a major milestone having officially supported more than 1,000 elite women athletes across over 80 sports. To celebrate the milestone, Admiralty...
Jun 27, 2025
Sport
New commercial opportunities available for Yalbunullup Mountain Bike Trails precinct
The Western Australian Government is seeking registrations of interest from individuals and organisations to operate new businesses in the Yalbunullup Mountain Bike Trails...
Jun 27, 2025
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Inaugural Teenage Advisory Committee to champion women’s and girls’ sport in NSW
The NSW Government has established its first Teenage Advisory Committee, as part of the Play Her Way Strategy and has selected eight teenage girls to offer input on the future...
Jun 27, 2025
Sport
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