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City of Newcastle delivers multi-million dollar upgrade for Smith Park
The City of Newcastle delivery of a multimillion-dollar upgrade for Smith Park in Hamilton North includes a significantly improved playing surface with the installation of new...
Apr 13, 2025
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Bright Pool Services named as interim managers for Peakhurst West Swimming Pool
Bright Pool Services has been selected as the interim management team for the Peakhurst West Swimming Pool, located on the grounds of the Peakhurst West Public School in Sydney....
Apr 13, 2025
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Aquatics
Kai Tak Sports Park hosts 200,000 fans for Coldplay concert
Following its opening celebrations in March, Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP) welcomed British rock legends Coldplay for their long-awaited return to Hong Kong after 16 years offering...
Apr 13, 2025
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Transformation of Cutaway at Barangaroo reaches halfway mark
The transformation of the Cutaway - a cavernous space that sits below the eastern end of Barangaroo Reserve on Sydney’s waterfront - into a premier cultural destination has...
Apr 13, 2025
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Tasmanian Government looks to introduce legislation bypassing planning process for Hobart Stadium
The Tasmanian Government is set to introduce 'enabling legislation' to progress planning approvals for its proposed new AFL stadium at Hobart’s Macquarie Point. With the...
Apr 13, 2025
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Victorian Government declares Lady Gaga’s Marvel Stadium concert off limits to ticket scalpers
Aiming to deter ticket scalpers for the just announced Lady Gaga concert at Marvel Stadium in December, the Victorian Government has today declared the Melbourne leg of singer’s...
Apr 13, 2025
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Maytronics Australia announces new leadership team following Focus Products acquisition
Following its successful recent acquisition of Focus Products, Maytronics Australia has unveiled its new leadership team members bringing together a wealth of industry...
Apr 13, 2025
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AUSactive welcomes natural therapies being considered for Health Fund rebate reinstatement
AUSactive has welcomed the latest recommendations from the Federal Government’s Natural Therapies Review, which supports the re-inclusion of key modalities such as Pilates, yoga...
Apr 13, 2025
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Taranaki Rugby records third consecutive surplus 
The Taranaki Rugby Football Union (TRFU) posted a total net surplus after extraordinary items of $43,426 for 2024. The result was announced at the 139th Annual General Meeting...
Apr 13, 2025
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Students from remote schools benefit from in-term lessons at Balgo Swimming Pool
Over the past six months, children from three remote Western Australian schools have been diving into fun and lifesaving swimming lessons at the Balgo Remote Swimming Pool. Run...
Apr 13, 2025
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Visitor satisfaction and technology-driven experiences drive Dubai tourism
A newly released report from consultants KPMG has highlighted how Dubai is diversifying its tourism offering and expanding its range of experiences for visitors with culture,...
Apr 13, 2025
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NRL's Penrith Panthers and Western Sydney University announce educational pathways partnership
Western Sydney University and the NRL's Penrith Panthers have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to collaborate on community engagement, education and research in...
Apr 12, 2025
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Education
Anytime Fitness contributes to revitalisation of Ipswich shopping centre
Ipswich City Council has acknowledged the importance of the recent opening of Queensland’s first flagship Anytime Fitness club in revitalising the Nicholas Street Precinct in...
Apr 12, 2025
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Fitness
Mould contamination discovered at Redland Performing Arts Centre
Redland City Council has revealed the members of the public have been exposed to mould at the Redland Performing Arts Centre. The revelation follows the Council having initially...
Apr 12, 2025
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Neon Dreams fully accessible roller rink among offerings for Vivid Sydney 2025
For Vivid Sydney 2025, Neon Dreams, a luminescent homage to the 1950’s diner, lands in Darling Harbour with a roller rink welcoming seasoned skaters and novices while also being...
Apr 12, 2025
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Concepts for aquatic centre, new outdoor stage and Ferris wheel revealed for Canberra's Commonwealth Park
The National Capital Authority (NCA) has released a vision for the renewal of Canberra’s Commonwealth Park, which includes an aquatic centre to replace the city’s ageing Olympic...
Apr 11, 2025
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ROLLER recognised on AFR's Best Places to Work List
Attractions industry platform ROLLER has announced that it has been named a finalist in the technology category for the Australian Financial Review's Best Places to Work List...
Apr 11, 2025
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Penrith City Council to sponsor ICF 2025 International Canoe Slalom Championships
Penrith City Council has announced its sponsorship of the 2025 International Canoe Federation (ICF) Canoe Slalom World Championships to be held at Penrith Whitewater Stadium on...
Apr 11, 2025
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Arts Northern Rivers report highlights insights, challenges and opportunities
A comprehensive research project - ‘Who We Are’ commissioned by Arts Northern Rivers (ANR) provides a new analysis of the sector’s scale, resilience and future opportunities....
Apr 11, 2025
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Fremantle Leisure Centre's 50 metre pool scheduled to close for repairs
The Fremantle Leisure Centre's 50-metre pool will close from mid-June 2025 to allow for major repairs with the City of Fremantle advising that, in order to minimise the impact...
Apr 11, 2025
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ABEA and IAPCO partner to enhance membership value and collaboration for meetings and events industry
The Australian Business Events Association (ABEA) and the International Association of Professional Congress Organisers (IAPCO) have entered into a new Strategic Partnership...
Apr 11, 2025
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Venues
AFL Gather Round 2025 scoring goals for South Australian tourism
South Australia’s tourism industry is looking at a significant boost from the AFL's Gather Round 2025, with the four-day event delivering a major win for all aspects of the...
Apr 11, 2025
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Beijing to host Modern Pentathlon Obstacle World Championships from 2025 to 2028
The International Modern Pentathlon Union (UIPM) has announced that the Chinese capital of Beijing will host the first four editions of its new UIPM Obstacle World...
Apr 11, 2025
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Sport
Bikash Randhawa to leave Chief Operating Officer role at Village Roadshow Theme Parks
Bikash Randhawa is to depart his role as Chief Operating Officer role at Village Roadshow Theme Parks, leaving the Gold Coast-based attractions operator after 30 years. A well...
Apr 10, 2025
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Zoos
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