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South Australia secures Women’s Australian Open for at least next three years
South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas, Golf Australia Chief Executive James Sutherland and WPGA Tour of Australasia Chief Executive Karen Lunn have announced the securing...
Jun 27, 2025
Events /
Golf
2025 Active Living Census extended for Campaspe Shire
Victoria's Loddon Campaspe residents are being encouraged to complete the online Active Living Census (ALC) as responses to the census help influence decision making about...
Jun 27, 2025
Recreation /
Wellness
New Australian Multisport Federation launches to strengthen obstacle racing in Brisbane 2032
A new body for obstacle racing - the Australian Multisport Federation (AMF) - has been launched as the peak body for obstacle course racing (OCR), ninja, adventure racing,...
Jun 26, 2025
Events /
Sport
Arts Leader Julian Hobba announced as new Executive Director of Adelaide Festival
The Adelaide Festival Board has appointed arts leader Julian Hobba as its new Executive Director, effective September 2025. A proud South Australian, Hobba joins Adelaide...
Jun 26, 2025
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Tourism Research Australia adopts new domestic tourism data platform
For the first time in nearly 30 years, Tourism Research Australia (TRA) is adopting a new and innovative way of measuring domestic travel, with the rollout of the quarterly...
Jun 26, 2025
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Government
Belgravia Leisure spotlights Stromlo Leisure Centre as home to largest GOswim program
As winter sets in and families seek engaging indoor activities, Belgravia Leisure has advised that families in the Western Molonglo region of ACT are keeping active and building...
Jun 26, 2025
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Aquatics
Refreshed South Australia Tourism Plan 2030 released
A refreshed South Australia Tourism Plan 2030 has been released - reaffirming an ambitious goal to grow the State’s visitor economy to $12.8 billion and support a further 4,400...
Jun 26, 2025
Marketing /
Tourism
First seat installed at new One New Zealand Stadium
The first seat has been installed at One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha and in a recent video, Christchurch City Council Project Director Kent Summerfield says having the first...
Jun 26, 2025
Venues
Perth named host city for 2026 World Squash Masters Championships
Squash Australia (SqA) and World Squash have announced Perth to be the host city for the 2026 World Squash Masters Championships. The World Squash Masters Championships is World...
Jun 26, 2025
Events /
Sport
Eco-trail anticipated to elevate Central Australia tourism experience
Central Australia’s newest eco-trail - the 'Uluru-Kata Tjuta Signature Walk' - is anticipated to redefine outback adventure, offering a hiking experience along a 54km trail...
Jun 26, 2025
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Parks
New national program places nature at forefront of disaster resilience
Nature's role in building resilience to bushfires, floods and other disasters is at the forefront of a multi-million dollar national program, announced yesterday at the...
Jun 26, 2025
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Environment /
Parks
CircusWA and Fremantle Press secure new creative hub
Two Fremantle arts organisations - CircusWA and the Fremantle Press - have secured a new home, with support from the Western Australian Government. The Fremantle Press is a...
Jun 26, 2025
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Arts
Mt Perisher 6 Chairlift expected to open for first day of operations on 27th June
The new high-speed 6-person chairlift for Perisher Ski Resort – the Mt Perisher 6 - is a significant investment in the guest experience at Perisher and highlights the continued...
Jun 25, 2025
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Technology /
Snowsport
Belgravia Leisure secures National Marketing and Communications Award for its campaign 'MOVE IT CANBERRA'
Belgravia Leisure was last night awarded the Marketing and Communications Award at the 2025 Australian Sport, Recreation and Play Innovation Awards hosted by National Sports and...
Jun 25, 2025
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Fitness
AUSactive appoints new members to Health and Fitness Industry Standards Council
AUSactive has appointed four new members to the Health and Fitness Industry Standards Council (‘Council’) - an esteemed group guiding the standards, quality and professionalism...
Jun 25, 2025
Wellness /
Fitness
Coastal Risk Grants Program delivers funding for safer access to Victorian Beaches
The Victorian Government has announced the recipients of the $1.4 million Coastal Public Access and Risk Grants Program for 17 programs across Victoria. The 2024-25 program will...
Jun 25, 2025
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Environment
AIS Best Practice Recommendations launched to support Elite Athletes from Preconception to Parenthood
The Australian Institute of Sport’s (AIS) Best Practice Recommendations have been launched to support elite athletes from preconception to parenthood. AIS, Central Queensland...
Jun 25, 2025
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Fitness
PATA predicts more than 800 million tourists arrivals in Asia Pacific by 2027
The Pacific Asia Travel Association's latest mid-year update anticipates over 800 million tourists arrivals in Asia Pacific expected by 2027, with the Chinese market leading...
Jun 25, 2025
Tourism /
Finance
Micro music festival to activate array of spaces throughout Lake Macquarie
The Lake Mac Micro Festival which will include a mix of established and emerging artists, will deliver 14 performances across seven venues - bringing people together,...
Jun 25, 2025
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Arts
Nature Conservation Council alarmed by latest NSW Environment Report
Nature Conservation Council of NSW, a leading environmental organisation, has responded to the NSW State of the Environment Report released today describing it as painting “a...
Jun 25, 2025
Environment
Dunstan Playground awarded for its landscape architecture
The City of Norwood, Payneham and St Peters' Dunstan Adventure Playground has secured the Landscape Architecture Award for Play Spaces at the Australian Institute of Landscape...
Jun 25, 2025
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Parks
Richard Crookes Constructions awarded contract for Powerhouse Museum Ultimo Revitalisation
The NSW Government has awarded Richard Crookes Constructions the main works contract to deliver the $300 million heritage revitalisation of the Powerhouse Museum in Ultimo. NSW...
Jun 25, 2025
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Creative Australia awards $2 million to National Touring programs
Creative Australia is investing more than $2 million in supporting 31 projects to bring live performances to audiences across Australia, particularly in regional and remote...
Jun 25, 2025
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Arts
Penrith NAIDOC event to celebrate and recognise First Nations communities
Penrith NAIDOC Event is returning to Jamison Park on 11th July with Council this year having created the event program in consultation with First Nations people, paying respect...
Jun 25, 2025
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Culture /
Arts
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