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Coogee SLSC among NSW Surf Life Saving Clubs to share in $5.4 million funding boost
Coogee Surf Life Saving Club is among the 38 NSW Surf Life Saving Clubs to share in a $5.4 million funding boost via the NSW Government’s 2024/25 Surf Club Facility Program for...
Apr 6, 2025
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Darwin Airport Resorts tops the city’s energy sustainability ratings for hotels
A recent audited energy rating by the internationally recognised NABERS organisation has given the highest energy sustainability ratings to Darwin Airport Resorts – comprising...
Apr 6, 2025
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International Hockey Federation satisfied with Brisbane 2032 preparations
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) recently expressed their satisfaction with the progress on all preparations for the hockey experience at the 2032 Brisbane Games. A...
Apr 6, 2025
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Orange City Council lodges plans for John Davis Sports Stadium upgrades
Updated plans to make the grandstand at the John Davis Stadium at Orange’s new sports precinct among the biggest in the NSW Central West region, have been lodged by Orange City...
Apr 6, 2025
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United Nations warns of artificial intelligence creating a widening digital divide
With artificial intelligence (AI) on course to become a US$4.8 trillion global market by 2033 - roughly the size of Germany’s economy - a newly released report from the United...
Apr 6, 2025
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Entries open for 2025 Australian Event Awards
With entries now open for the 2025 Australian Event Awards Event professionals, producers, suppliers and creatives from across Australia are invited to submit their best work...
Apr 5, 2025
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Trespassers break into Canberra’s closed Big Splash Waterpark for social media videos
Closed since late last year, Canberra’s Big Splash Waterpark has been broken into by urban explorers whose videos are gaining attention on social media channels. The popular...
Apr 5, 2025
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NT PGA Championship to elevate Northern Territory as top sporting destination
The return of the NT PGA Championship to the Challenger PGA Tour of Australasia schedule in 2025 aims to elevate the Northern Territory’s reputation as a top sporting...
Apr 5, 2025
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Abu Dhabi Pass combines transport and discounts on top attractions
Aiming to enhance visitor experiences, Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) has introduced a digital travel pass offering free SIM cards, unlimited transport and...
Apr 5, 2025
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Grants available to improve Victoria’s coastal access and beach safety
Applications are open for the Coastal Public Access and Risk Grants Program, which will deliver $1.4 million in total to land managers to improve Victoria’s coastal access and...
Apr 5, 2025
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FIBO and PGA Show collaborate to strengthen golf and fitness connection
Germany’s FIBO fitness industry trade show is partnering with the PGA Show, golf’s largest and longest-running global business event with the collaboration linking the worlds of...
Apr 5, 2025
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Eltee Sydney named period-safe swim underwear partner of Swimming Australia
A partnership has been forged between Swimming Australia and Eltee Sydney ahead of this month’s Age and Open Nationals at the Brisbane Aquatic Centre, to break down the...
Apr 5, 2025
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Security screening enhanced for AFL fixtures at the MCG
AFL fans entering both the MCG and Marvel Stadium have experienced long delays in entering the venues today as a result of enhanced security screening in the wake of an incident...
Apr 5, 2025
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NRMA Insurance named Official Major Partner of Adelaide Oval
NRMA Insurance has today been announced as the Official Major Partner of Adelaide Oval with the venue’s Southern Plaza set to be renamed. Under the five-year agreement, the...
Apr 4, 2025
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MCEC hosts Banksia National Awards celebrating sustainable solutions
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) has this week hosted the Banksia National Sustainability Awards, celebrating outstanding contributions to sustainability across...
Apr 4, 2025
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Crowd violence erupts during NRL game at Sydney's Accor Stadium
11 fans have been evicted from Sydney’s Accor Stadium after fighting broke out during last night’s NRL clash between South Sydney and Sydney Roosters. The incident saw two...
Apr 4, 2025
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Legoland Shanghai Resort announces ticket pricing ahead of mid-year opening
Preparing for opening as of the middle of 2025, Legoland Shanghai Resort, China's first Legoland, has this week announced its ticketing. The new attraction, set to become the...
Apr 4, 2025
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Central Coast Wetlands community parkrun resumes
Up to 200 people are expected to turn out for the re-commencement of the NSW Central Coast Wetlands - Pioneer Dairy’s popular 5km parkrun community event following the...
Apr 4, 2025
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Parramatta Square secures Asia Pacific Place Governance award
Parramatta Square has secured the Place Governance award at the 2024 Place Leaders Asia Pacific Awards in Darwin overnight in recognition of it being one of the best managed...
Apr 4, 2025
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MCG security breach sees two men charged for allegedly smuggling guns into AFL match
The MCG has come under scrutiny after two men were arrested for allegedly smuggling loaded firearms into last night’s AFL Premiership fixture between Collingwood and Carlton....
Apr 4, 2025
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FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup 2025 prioritises carbon footprint
The eighth edition of the FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup 2025 and fourth consecutive in Singapore, concluded at the Singapore Sport Hub last weekend. Building on the success of previous...
Apr 4, 2025
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Councils assess damage to beach facilities following hazardous surf conditions along NSW east coast
Earlier this week, hazardous surf conditions and huge swells along the east coast of New South Wales battered beaches and coastal walkways with many Councils having to...
Apr 3, 2025
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Community events set to mark completion of Stadium Taranaki project
Taranaki Regional Council has announced that a ‘community extravaganza’ will mark the completion of the project to redevelop Stadium Taranaki (formerly the Yarrow Stadium) in...
Apr 3, 2025
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Swimming Australia introduces strategic plan through to 2032
Swimming Australia has launched Inspire Australia Through Swimming 2025-2032, a strategic plan that sets the path forward for the organisation and the sport, with a focus on...
Apr 3, 2025
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