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Queensland Government pledges $350,000 for Longreach facilities ahead of 2032 Olympics

The Queensland Government has committed to upgrading key facilities in Longreach in partnership with the Longreach Regional Council as part of the ‘Games On!’ program. The major...

IAAPA Second Vice President Chris Perry opens AALARA 2025 conference

Giving a global overview of a confident and expanding attractions industry, Chris Perry, Second Vice President of the International Association of Amusement Parks and...

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Federal departmental responsibility for sport moves from health to sit with infrastructure, communications and the arts

Yesterday’s announcement of cabinet positions by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, which saw Anika Wells remain as Minister for Sport while acquiring the...

Kilcoy Indoor Sport Centre and Gym maintains Quality Business Accreditation with AUSactive

Kilcoy Indoor Sport Centre and Gym, located in Queensland’s Somerset Region, has once again been recognised as a leader in the Australian health and fitness industry,...

Tennis Australia Board selects Chris Harrop as Chair and Dan Bisa as Deputy Chair

The Tennis Australia Board has unanimously selected senior business leader and strategist Chris Harrop ( pictured above ) as the successor to Chair Jayne Hrdlicka when her term...

Lifelong sportsmanship inspires brothers to open X-Golf Ballarat

Two Victorian brothers have been inspired by lifelong sportsmanship instilled by their father, to open X-Golf Ballarat – the indoor golf brand’s 32nd Australian venue. The $1.5...

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New Para Sport Unit launched at Western Australian Institute of Sport

Australia’s fifth dedicated Para Sport Unit has been launched at the Western Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS) in Perth. The launch of this dedicated centre for Para athletes...

Transgender gymgoer claims 'discrimination' after being refused Fernwood Fitness membership

A transgender individual has accused a popular women's only gym chain Fernwood of discrimination after claiming to have been denied membership. As reported by Daily Mail...

AIMS International expands attractions industry safety education into Asia-Pacific

Amusement Industry Manufacturers & Suppliers (AIMS) International, a global leader in safety education for the attraction industry has expanded into the Asia-Pacific market with...

Western Australia secures World Trails Conference in 2026

Western Australia has secured the hosting of the World Trails Conference in 2026 bringing the prestigious biennial industry event to the southern hemisphere for the first time....

Hong Kong insurer supports Youth Fencing Program at Kai Tak Sports Park

Hong Kong insurance company, CTF Life, a subsidiary of Chinese conglomerate Chow Tai Fook Enterprises, is supporting the ‘Fencing Plus Training Program’ with Kai Tak Sports...

Tasmanian Government initiative delivers $10 million of tourism vouchers

A new Tasmanian Government initiative aimed at stimulating the visitor economy through the winter period will see Tasmanians share in $10 million of vouchers to help cover the...

Wyndham Cultural Centre to reopen with enhanced seating and audiovisual equipment

Wyndham Cultural Centre will be reopening in July 2025 having temporarily closed late last year for refurbishment and maintenance works. Enhancements include a new modern bar,...

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Australia’s inaugural Super Masters Basketball Tournament to be held at Shepparton Sports Stadium

Greater Shepparton City Council is supporting the launch of Australia’s inaugural Super Masters Basketball Tournament, to be held at the Shepparton Sports Stadium from Saturday...

Trustees sought to help steer Maidstone Sports Hub development

Two trustees are sought to join Te Aka o te Kupenga - Maidstone Park Trust and help steer the future development of Te Kupenga o Rongomai- Maidstone Sports Hub located in New...

Work commences on new Australian Museum of Performing Arts

Work has commenced on the new Australian Museum of Performing Arts (AMPA) at Arts Centre Melbourne which, when complete, will enable Victorians and visitors to explore...

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Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces new cabinet

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has today announced the new cabinet lineup which sees Tanya Plibersek removed from her Environment portfolio, Tony Burke retaining the...

Northern Territory Major Events Company secures multiple Eventex International Awards

Northern Territory Major Events Company (NTMEC) has recently secured multiple wins at the renowned international Eventex Awards 2025, bringing home three Gold and one Silver....

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Fremantle City Football Club’s Wauhop Park revamp boosts women's access

Upgrades to the Wauhop Park football ground in East Fremantle are now complete and with the park being home to the Fremantle City Football Club, women now have access to newly...

Belgravia Leisure contributes to ABC discussion on aggression in aquatic and recreation centres

The ABC 7.30 program which aired on 6th May investigating the recent increase in aggression and harassment towards staff at aquatic and recreation centres across Australia,...

Mountain Pygmy-possum numbers recover in Kosciuszko National Park

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service has advised that the critically endangered Mountain Pygmy-possum is showing signs of recovery in Kosciuszko National Park, with 107...

Vandals spray graffiti at Paradise Falls in Victoria's Alpine National Park

Vandals have damaged the culturally significant Paradise Falls in north-east Victoria, spraying it with graffiti. Located in the Alpine National Park about three and a half...

New Zealand Olympic Committee chooses Glen Sowry as new Chair

The New Zealand Olympic Committee has chosen former Olympian Glen Sowry as its new Chair, replacing Diana Puketapu-Lyndon. Sowry, who competed in the tornado event at the Sydney...

Netball Victoria achieves Pride in Sport Gold status and holds annual Pride Round

Netball Victoria recently achieved Gold status on the Pride in Sport Index for the third consecutive year - a remarkable achievement that places it among Australia's most...

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