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Thredbo Resort unveils Winter 2025 campaign
A dusting of fresh snow fell overnight in a timely fashion to coincide with Thredbo Resort launching its Winter 2025 campaign – ‘Thredbo’s Still Better’. Nostalgic yet freshly...
May 1, 2025
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Effective ventilation found necessary for indoor climbing wall centres
A study published by a team of University of Vienna researchers in the Journal of Environmental Science and Technology Air examines the air quality from five indoor climbing...
May 1, 2025
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International Netball Festival reduces teen depression, anxiety and cyberbullying
The International Netball Festival, founded by inspiring Gold Coast mother-of-four Jane Rushton who survived a near-fatal head-on car accident, offers a vital opportunity for...
May 1, 2025
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Evolt integrates with Technogym open platform Mywellness
Leading provider of body composition technology, Evolt, has announced a strategic integration with Technogym - a world-leading brand for fitness, wellness, sport, and health....
May 1, 2025
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Adelaide Convention Centre to host Australian Tourism Exchange in 2026
Adelaide has secured the hosting of Australia’s largest and most prestigious tourism conference, the Australian Tourism Exchange in May 2026. The annual conference, which is...
May 1, 2025
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Cricket Victoria’s first-ever Female Only Advanced Coaching Course welcomed 24 participants
Cricket Victoria’s first-ever Female Only Advanced Coaching Course, held at the CitiPower Centre, welcomed 24 participants, including Afghanistan Women’s team members Nahida...
May 1, 2025
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Eventfinda collaborates with Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts to enhance event experiences
New Zealand’s largest independent ticketing provider, Eventfinda, has partnered with the Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts - the University of Waikato’s world-class Hamilton...
May 1, 2025
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Rockhampton Tennis Association marks 100th anniversary of teams double carnival
Rockhampton Tennis Association is this weekend marking the 100th anniversary of the Town and Country Teams Doubles Carnival -a three-day event anticipated to attract around 180...
May 1, 2025
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Queensland Government's new bill allows disregard of planning laws for 2032 Olympic venues
The Queensland Government has today introduced a bill to parliament giving the Games Independent Infrastructure and Coordination Authority (GIICA) power to overrule 15 planning...
Apr 30, 2025
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FIFA apply recruitment ban to A-League’s Western Untied over 'various infractions'
A-League side Western United will be unable to register any players in the next three transfer windows after world football governing body FIFA imposed a ban on the club....
Apr 30, 2025
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Draft program and further speakers announced for AFIC 2025
Organisers of the Australian Festival Industry Conference (AFIC) have unveiled its draft 2025 program and announced nine more speakers for its September event. Due to be held at...
Apr 30, 2025
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Auckland Council to undertake public consultation on future use of Western Springs Stadium
Auckland Council is to consult the public on plans for the future of the Western Springs Stadium, which include a proposal for a multi-purpose precinct centred on a 12,500-seat...
Apr 30, 2025
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ICC Sydney promotes Marc Singerling to role of Director of Event Delivery
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney), managed by ASM Global, has promoted Marc Singerling to the role of Director of Event Delivery. Singerling commenced in his...
Apr 30, 2025
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Aussie Ark makes conservation history with chlamydia-free koala population in Barrington Wildlife Sanctuary
Marking an historic milestone for conservation efforts, conservation organisation Aussie Ark has successfully recaptured and retested the Koalas residing in the Barrington...
Apr 30, 2025
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Belgravia Leisure releases plan to cut waste, emissions and water use
Belgravia Leisure has rolled out a new five-year sustainability plan, focusing on reducing plastic, emissions, energy use and water waste across the more than 220 community...
Apr 30, 2025
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Golf NSW partners with global sports agency 54 to shape future vision
Golf NSW has partnered with global sports agency 54 bringing together the advisory and commercial teams of the governing body and 54 to define the future of the sport across the...
Apr 30, 2025
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Campbelltown Athletics Centre reopens following Polytan track upgrades
Resurfacing works to the Campbelltown Athletics Centre’s track undertaken by Polytan Australia will benefit tens of thousands of athletes. The venue has been closed since early...
Apr 30, 2025
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PMY Group named Official Technology Partner for Grand Slam Track
International venue, events and infrastructure technology solutions business, the PMY Group, has been named the Official Technology Partner for Grand Slam Track™, the global...
Apr 30, 2025
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Bankwest renews Perth’s RAC Arena partnership with new benefits for patrons
Perth’s RAC Arena and Bankwest have announced a renewal of their partnership, ensuring customers’ a continued enhanced fan experience at the ASM Global managed venue. Bankwest...
Apr 30, 2025
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SPORTFIVE formalises its athlete content expertise into a focused division
Global sports marketing agency SPORTFIVE is reinforcing its position as a creative and strategic partner to rightsholders, brands and athletes worldwide by enhancing its...
Apr 30, 2025
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IPA Asia Pacific Play Conference to be staged in Melbourne
Set to offer “a conference like no other” the inaugural International Play Association (IPA) Asia Pacific Play Conference is aiming to attract a diverse mix of stakeholders from...
Apr 30, 2025
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Auckland’s Snowplanet marks 20 years of operations
Snowplanet, the largest indoor ski field in the Southern Hemisphere, has marked 20 years in business, during which it has welcomed more than 2.6 million visitors through its...
Apr 30, 2025
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FS8 marks International Pilates Day with free classes across Australia
International Pilates Day is an annual event celebrated on the first Saturday of May, currently 3rd May 2025. It's a global celebration aimed at raising awareness and fostering...
Apr 30, 2025
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Cairns’ Barlow Park seating repurposed for local sporting groups
Five sporting groups in Cairns will benefit from the repurposing of seating from the temporary grandstand at Barlow Park, which is being redeveloped in preparation for the...
Apr 30, 2025
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