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City of Newcastle considers three-year commitment to Surfest
The City of Newcastle has played a major role in the success and longevity of the Surfest event, having contributed the initial funding in 1985 to support its creation. Surfest...
May 26, 2025
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TIA Wellness Resort adds strength and recovery to its array of wellness offerings
TIA Wellness Resort, situated along Vietnam’s coastline at Da Nang, was created in response to a need for all-encompassing wellness, rather than just relaxation. The Resort’s...
May 26, 2025
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Blacktown City Council opens construction tender for $600 million infrastructure program
Blacktown City Council has opened a formal Request for Tender (RFT) to establish a panel of qualified contractors to help deliver more than $600 million in transformative...
May 26, 2025
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Ocean Beach Tourist Park secures People’s Choice Caravan Park of the Year
Ocean Beach Tourist Park, located in Miami on Queensland’s Gold Coast and managed by BelgraviaPRO in partnership with the City of Gold Coast has secured the ReviewPro People’s...
May 25, 2025
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Improved signage and warning systems among shark mitigation measures implemented for South Australia
Aiming to reduce the risk and impact of shark interactions along South Australia's coastline, a number of localised shark mitigation measures have been delivered via a...
May 25, 2025
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Makino Aquatic Centre partners with The Big Swim to support Coastguard New Zealand
Makino Aquatic Centre, located in Feilding, on the North Island of New Zealand, is partnering with The Big Swim in June - a nationwide fundraising challenge supporting...
May 25, 2025
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Government funding ensures Adelaide Koala & Wildlife Centre remains open
The South Australian 2025-26 State Budget includes $1.4 million over four years to support the Adelaide Koala & Wildlife Centre, which has been run philanthropically for many...
May 25, 2025
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Viva Leisure invests in Gold Coast sports drinks startup Gorilla X
Viva Leisure, known for brands like Club Lime and Plus Fitness, has revealed that it has acquired a 33% stake in Gold Coast sports nutrition startup Gorilla X Labs The...
May 25, 2025
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80 arts and cultural organisations across NSW to share $17 million annual investment
Create NSW’s Arts and Cultural Funding Program will see 82 arts and cultural organisations across the state share in close to $17 million per annum through 4-Year multi-year...
May 25, 2025
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Trivandi acquires Brisbane-based event overlay company Cutler Synthesized Projects
Trivandi, a global provider of advisory, design, production, and delivery services for major events, venues, sports, and destinations, has acquired Brisbane-based Cutler...
May 25, 2025
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Fremantle community invited to inform on positive ageing
The City of Fremantle is looking to identify and understand the needs and aspirations of senior community members to inform the 2025-30 Age Friendly Plan. The purpose of the...
May 25, 2025
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Anytime Fitness Singapore celebrates opening of 125th Club and boosts transparency and member support
Leading the charge in accessible and round-the-clock fitness, Anytime Fitness Singapore has marked a significant milestone with the launch of its 125th club, reinforcing its...
May 25, 2025
Fitness
Australian insurance company GIO returns as NSW Rugby League major partner
Australian insurance company GIO, who have previously been a partner of NSW Rugby League (NSWRL) have signed a multi-year agreement. NSWRL has welcomed back GIO as a major...
May 25, 2025
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Taroona Bowls and Community Club secures funding for new synthetic green
The Tasmanian Government’s 2025-26 Budget has allocated funding for a new synthetic green and associated facilities for the Taroona Bowls and Community Club, located in southern...
May 25, 2025
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Chris Fydler announced as Swimming Australia President
Swimming Australia has appointed Olympic gold medallist and qualified lawyer, Chris Fydler as President, effective immediately. Fydler was awarded life membership of Swimming...
May 24, 2025
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Bruthen Outdoor Gear business supported in transition to tourism operator
East Gippsland business, Bruthen Outdoor Gear, has secured a $50,000 grant to help build new headquarters to enable the business to transition from an equipment hire business to...
May 24, 2025
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Ipswich Festival of Horsepower anticipates more than 55,000 visitors
Ipswich Festival of Horsepower, featuring a mix of motorsport and horsepower events, is anticipated to attract more than 55,000 visitors throughout June. The Festival of...
May 24, 2025
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WTTC and Greenview launch global ESG tracker for Tourism industry
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) in collaboration with Greenview, a global leader in sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) data solutions for...
May 24, 2025
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Victorian Government announces $6 million permanent home for Bachar Houli Foundation and Islamic College of Sport
The Victorian Government has announced funding of $6 million for the Aspire Sports Centre, which will convert the Coburg Moreland Bowls Club site into a permanent home for the...
May 23, 2025
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Vivid Sydney's 15th edition gets underway with light installations and immersive experiences
Vivid Sydney 2025 is underway, marking the 15th edition of a festival that this year is comprising over 200 events across five zones around Sydney’s CBD, all designed to inspire...
May 23, 2025
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Luna Park Sydney and Netflix partner to launch ‘Stranger Things’ immersive adventure
Luna Park Sydney and Netflix are partnering to launch Stranger Things: The Experience. This global phenomenon has captivated audiences in major cities around the world. Designed...
May 23, 2025
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International Aquarium Conference to be hosted in China
The International Aquarium Conference will be returning to China for the first time since Shanghai hosted it in 2008. IAC concluded its flag handover ceremony in Guadalajara,...
May 23, 2025
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Parramatta Eels unveil $70 million rugby league centre of excellence in Kellyville
Parramatta Eels officially unveiled its centre of excellence at the club’s Kellyville base on 22nd May, opening the doors on the largest facility of its kind in rugby league....
May 23, 2025
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New Chief Marketing Officer appointment announced for combined Legends and ASM Global business
Global premium experiences company Legends has announced the appointment of Matt O’Neil as Chief Marketing Officer of the combined Legends and ASM Global business. Advising of...
May 23, 2025
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