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Discovery Parks launches new Supplier Portal to enhance partnerships
Discovery, part of G’day Group and Australia’s largest owner and operator of lifestyle holiday parks and resorts, has announced the launch of its new Supplier Portal. Called...
Jun 18, 2025
Tourism /
Hospitality /
Technology
Inaugural Indigenous-led research strategy launched for Kakadu National Park
Aimed at protecting the World Heritage-listed Kakadu National Park, the first Indigenous-led Research Strategy for Kakadu National Park has been launched. The strategy was...
Jun 18, 2025
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Environment /
Parks
HoopsFest basketball celebration returns to Perth for second consecutive year
Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, basketball celebration ‘HoopsFest’, will be returning to Perth from 15th to 18th January 2026 offering a fusion of sport,...
Jun 17, 2025
Events /
Sport /
Entertainment
Bali Zoo leads efforts to conserve one of Indonesia's rarest primates
Bali Zoo’s dedicated wildlife conservation efforts have led to the silvery gibbon (Hylobates moloch), endemic to Indonesia and classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List, not...
Jun 17, 2025
Attractions /
Environment /
Zoos
Disability Sport & Recreation partners with etrainu to support inclusion
Disability Sport & Recreation (DSR), the peak organisation for disability sport and recreation in Victoria, has partnered with etrainu - a leader in community education...
Jun 17, 2025
Sport /
Access /
Education /
Recreation
Infrastructure upgrades for 19 libraries across Victoria
Victorian libraries will share in more than $4 million for upgrades to community facilities as part of the 2024-25 Living Libraries Infrastructure Program. The funding will see...
Jun 17, 2025
Education /
Culture /
Venues
Optus Stadium working through demanding month with multiple fixtures
Management at Perth's Optus Stadium are confident that the venue can handle the most demanding month in its history As reported by Nathan Schmook at AFL Media , following...
Jun 17, 2025
Sport /
Venues /
Surfaces
Sydney's Henson Park transformation secures additional funding
The NSW Government will provide $1 million toward upgrades to Henson Park, located in Marrickville in Sydney’s inner west, to help transform the popular suburban ground into a...
Jun 17, 2025
Sport /
Venues
City of Greater Geelong adopts Ocean Grove Sporting Infrastructure Plan
The City of Greater Geelong has voted to adopt the final Ocean Grove Sporting Infrastructure Plan which was shaped by extensive consultation with local clubs and user groups,...
Jun 17, 2025
Sport /
Access /
Venues
Feedback collected on Perth Entertainment and Sporting Precinct planned for Burswood Park
Feedback has been collected from hundreds of residents, sports enthusiasts and other interested community members on the new Perth Entertainment and Sporting Precinct planned...
Jun 17, 2025
Sport /
Venues /
Entertainment
Winarch Group launches new Creative Division and looks to recruit two key leadership roles
Winarch Group has today launched Winarch Experience, a new division focussed on creating original live content, cultural platforms, and community-driven experiences across...
Jun 17, 2025
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Entertainment /
Arts
Revo Fitness opens Nunawading’s largest gym as $43 million lifestyle hub takes shape
Fast growing fitness chain, Revo Fitness has today opened a 2,500 square metre gym in Nunawading in Melbourne’s east. The new 24/7 facility is part of the $43 million...
Jun 17, 2025
Wellness /
Venues /
Fitness
PCYC NSW’s Nations of Origin celebrates First Nations Culture through sport and leadership
PCYC NSW’s Nations of Origin event is returning to Western Sydney with a full week of sport, culture and community connections, from 14th-17th July. Now in its 11th year, the...
Jun 17, 2025
Events /
Sport /
Culture
2025 edition of IOC Climate Action Awards launched as a call to action
The International Olympic Committee (IOC), in collaboration with Worldwide Olympic Partner Deloitte, has announced the launch of the 2025 edition of the IOC Climate Action...
Jun 17, 2025
Events /
Sport /
Technology /
Environment
IAKS ANZ Annual Forum to explore the Future of Sports Facility Design
The IAKS ANZ Annual Architects & Sports Design Forum, being held in Melbourne next week, will explore modern facility design with the theme ‘Designing for High Performance and...
Jun 17, 2025
Sport /
Design /
Venues
Matrix Fitness appoints Nathan Clarke as Commercial Sales Manager – South Island New Zealand
Matrix Fitness Australia/New Zealand has appointed Nathan Clarke as Commercial Sales Manager – South Island New Zealand, commencing 16th June 2025. With a storied resume...
Jun 17, 2025
Marketing /
Fitness
Ambitious redevelopment plan released by City of West Torrens for Kings Reserve
A new, more ambitious redevelopment for Kings Reserve has been released by the City of West Torrens following delays to the original planned Playspace upgrade. The South...
Jun 17, 2025
Sport /
Recreation /
Play /
Environment /
Parks
Nominations open for 2025 NSW Tourism Awards with a spotlight on business event venues
Nominations are now open for the 2025 NSW Tourism Awards, with a revamped category spotlighting the state’s vibrant business events sector. The Business Event Venues category...
Jun 17, 2025
Events /
Tourism /
Venues
Wollongong Botanic Gardens launches new school excursion program
Wollongong City Council has advised that the Wollongong Botanic Gardens has launched a new school excursion program which offers new ways for students to have hands-on learning...
Jun 16, 2025
Education /
Environment /
Parks
Rugby Australia releases Inclusion Strategy for 2025-2029
Rugby Australia has released its Inclusion Strategy for 2025-2029, outlining Australian rugby's blueprint for enabling equal and fair opportunity having identified five key...
Jun 16, 2025
Sport
Veterans given free access to NSW National Parks
In recognition of those who’ve served our country, the NSW Government will expand free vehicle access to national parks in NSW to all Commonwealth Veteran Card holders. The...
Jun 16, 2025
Recreation /
Wellness /
Environment /
Parks
TIA welcomes Tourism Growth Roadmap
Tourism Industry Aotearoa, New Zealand tourism’s peak industry body, has welcomed the New Zealand Government’s announcement of the Tourism Growth Roadmap. Rebecca Ingram, Chief...
Jun 16, 2025
Tourism
Crocosaurus Cove visit on World Crocodile Day spotlights Northern Territory lifestyle
To mark World Crocodile Day, NT Minister for Parks and Wildlife and Minister for Tourism and Hospitality Marie-Clare Boothby, visited Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin. Held annually...
Jun 16, 2025
Culture /
Attractions /
Environment
Coaches from 20 different sports participate in AIS Experiential Learning Programs
The latest editions of the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) Experiential Learning Program (ELP), held in Melbourne last week, saw the participation of more than 30 coaches...
Jun 16, 2025
Events /
Sport /
Education
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