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ASIC confirms notice of winding up and liquidation of lighting technology business Vailo

The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has this week issued notices of the liquidation of South Australian-based lighting company Vailo. Liquidator Robert...

Football Australia confirms record $8.5 million loss while former Chief Executive James Johnson to lead Canadian Premier League

Football Australia has confirmed a record $8.5 million loss with FA Chair Anter Isaac, stating he was “not satisfied” with FA’s financial results, which come despite record...

Sport Integrity Australia issues statement opposing upcoming Enhanced Games

Following on from this week’s launch of the Enhanced Games, Sport Integrity Australia (SIA) has reaffirmed its opposition to the event, issuing a health warning to Australian...

AUSTSWIM launches courses to meet demand for aquatic fitness instructors

AUSTSWIM, the national organisation for the teaching of swimming and water safety has announced a new course to meet the demand for aqua exercise instructors. Set to run at six...

Sydney Showground becomes one of Sydney’s most desirable music venues

Adaptability and strong client relationships are contributing to Sydney Showground gaining recognition as one of Sydney’s most desirable music venues. From scoring the exclusive...

2025 Healthy Ageing Summit to explore growing seniors fitness market

Set to be held next week, the 2025 Healthy Ageing Summit is preparing to equip health, wellness and allied professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to support the vital...

Coaching course developed by leading Australian sporting bodies to safeguard young athletes

Three leading Australian sporting bodies - the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), Sport Integrity Australia (SIA), and the Western Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS) - have...

Ticketek’s Ovation joins CAST to support future entertainment innovation

Ovation, a division of Ticketek delivering data-led marketing and technology solutions for the live entertainment and sports industries, has officially joined as CAST’s (Centre...

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Aussie Ark wildlife sanctuary devastated by ongoing flooding

Aussie Ark’s wildlife sanctuary in the Barrington Tops has had its infrastructure severely impacted by torrential rain, with over 420mm falling in just a few days and with more...

VMA announces 2025 Venue Industry Awards finalists

In advance of presentations to winners at the upcoming Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress, the Venue Management Association (VMA) has announced the finalists for its 2025...

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Disney’s Abu Dhabi theme park to be an indoor attraction

The Walt Disney Company’s announcement earlier this month that it is to launch its seventh Disney theme park on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island will see the new destination operate under...

Questacon achieves major milestone with 13 million visitors

Questacon - the National Science and Technology Centre located in Canberra - has achieved a major milestone in welcoming 13 million visitors and inspiring generations of...

24fit to open flagship 10th location in Victor Harbor

South Australian-owned fitness brand, 24fit will be opening its 10th and newest location in Victor Harbor – set to be the brand’s flagship store. This exciting milestone...

AFL Grad Program looks to recruit third intake of talent in 2026

The AFL Grad Program aims to attract a high calibre of graduates from across Australia with diverse backgrounds and skills, providing them with an entry point and career pathway...

Darwin art gallery development up for community review

The Northern Territory Government has decided that the future use and operation of the Northern Territory Art Gallery project site will be subject to a public Expression of...

ASSA announces new BOSS Leadership initiative

The Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) has announced the launch of BOSS (the Business of Swim Schools) initiative to unite and empower swim school professionals across...

AUSactive establishes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Group

AUSactive has established its third Advisory Group – the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Advisory Group (ADEIAG) - reinforcing its strategic commitment to developing a more...

Great Ocean Road Running Festival’s 20th Anniversary attracts record participation

The 20th edition of the Great Ocean Road Running Festival, presented by Melrose was the biggest event in two decades with a record 11,198 runners having competed. The...

Data helping visitor attractions manage the impact of extreme weather

As Australia’s outdoor visitor attractions cope with the seemingly growing unpredictability of extreme weather, operators are increasingly turning to data to adapt and respond...

Australian scientists embark on project to address research gap in women's sport

Having recognised a research gap in women’s sport, leading Australian researchers and sport scientists are commencing a two-year project to close this gap. University of...

NSW Government releases new guidelines on synthetic turf sports fields

The NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure has advised of the release of new guidelines on the best practice management and assessment of synthetic turf sports...

GHD and QUT survey finds Queensland's young technical leaders feel ‘left out’ of Brisbane 2032 legacy conversations

While there has been much said and written about the Brisbane 2032 legacy, many of Queensland's young technical leaders (aged 18 to 34, who work and study across STEM fields)...

AUSactive partners with Sports Medicine Australia for discounted access to First Aid and CPR training

Peak body for the exercise and active health sector, AUSactive, has partnered with Sports Medicine Australia (SMA) to offer its professional and student members discounted...

MENALAC Awards honour visionaries, innovations, and global benchmarks

The Middle East and North Africa Leisure & Attractions Council (MENALAC) announced the winners of the 7th edition of the MENALAC Awards Gala on 19th May 2025, held for the first...

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