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Perth Symposium gathers experts to discuss Western Australia’s worst coral bleaching event on record
With the Western Australian community deeply invested in their marine environment, from conservation through to ecotourism and recreation, the marine heatwave that has caused...
Aug 12, 2025
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Court levies $450,000 in fines over man's death at Sydney rock climbing gym
A failure of safety equipment that led to a man falling 12 metres to his death at the Sydney Indoor Climbing Gym has led to the operating company and two of its directors being...
Aug 12, 2025
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Campgrounds and hiking trails upgraded from Alpine region to Central Victoria
Campgrounds and hiking trails from the Alpine region to Central Victoria are being upgraded so visitors can experience the very best of Victoria’s great outdoors. The completion...
Aug 12, 2025
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Sports Environment Alliance shortlisted for renowned community initiative award
Sports Environment Alliance (SEA) has been shortlisted for the Community Initiative category in the upcoming Sport Positive Awards 2025 for its project ‘Reducing Community...
Aug 12, 2025
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Knai Bang Chatt by Kep West sets new standard for wellness-driven tourism
Knai Bang Chatt by Kep West, located along Cambodia's pristine coastline and a longtime pioneer of sustainable hospitality in Southeast Asia, has launched its signature retreat...
Aug 12, 2025
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Brisbane Festival 2025 honours First Nations culture and storytelling
Brisbane Festival 2025 is offering a diverse and moving program that honour connection to Country, ancestral knowledge, cultural pride, and resilience. From bold dance theatre...
Aug 12, 2025
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Neighbourhood parks across Ballarat to receive upgrades including engaging play spaces
City of Ballarat has advised that five neighbourhood parks across Ballarat will receive significant upgrades as part of the City’s ongoing Neighbourhood Parks Upgrade Program....
Aug 12, 2025
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Tasmania Government looks to phase out greyhound racing
The Tasmanian Government is to end its funding for greyhound racing across the state, effectively leading to a winding up of the heavily subsidised industry. The timing...
Aug 11, 2025
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International Trampoline Park Association announces ROLLER partnership
The International Adventure and Trampoline Park Association (IATP) has revealed a new partnership with ROLLER software, naming it as the preferred point-of-sale (POS) provider...
Aug 11, 2025
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Million Moves Campaign aims to boost physical activity in Queensland and Western Australia
Leading Australian operators and suppliers have rallied behind AUSactive’s upcoming Million Moves campaign, launching on 1st September. The 21-day community physical activity...
Aug 11, 2025
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Modern Pentathlon Australia slams ‘false and misleading claims’ made by the Australian Multisport Federation
Modern Pentathlon Australia has released a statement to this title in relation to what it says are “false and misleading claims made by the Australian Multisport Federation...
Aug 11, 2025
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$11 million investment to drive reopening of Melbourne Star Observation Wheel
New investors are to back Ferris wheel operator Skyline Attractions in the reopening of the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel. Collectively contributing $11 million in a deal...
Aug 11, 2025
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LIWA Aquatics honours Wendy Cole with 2025 Smith Robertson Award
The Leisure Institute of Western Australia (Aquatics) has announced Wendy Cole as the recipient of the 2025 Smith Robertson Award, one of the highest honours in the aquatic and...
Aug 11, 2025
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Sport Design Australia expands team nationally and bolsters clients across global sporting Industry
Sport Design Australia, a creative powerhouse in the sporting industry, has announced their team expansion and the addition of a global network of new clients further cementing...
Aug 11, 2025
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AMPOL continues to support Surf Life Saving Clubs with rescue equipment giveaway
The partnership between Surf Life Saving Australia and Ampol continues to be enhanced across the country with the launch of the 2025 Ampol Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) Hull...
Aug 11, 2025
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Aquatics
Grounded Festival among array of events supported by South Australian Tourism Commission 
An array of regional events are being supported by the South Australian Tourism Commission's Regional Event Fund including Grounded YP Art Festival; an indigenous cultural and...
Aug 11, 2025
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TRYBE partners with Sense of Self as operational software partner
Sense Of Self, a Victorian spa bathhouse located on the border of Collingwood and Fitzroy, has selected TRYBE as their operational software of choice with TRYBE being one of...
Aug 11, 2025
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Technology
Registrations open for aquatic and recreation industry webinar on exploring diversity, equity and inclusion
Registrations are now open for the virtual launch event for important research to strengthen communities through inclusive aquatic and recreation facilities. The webinar will be...
Aug 11, 2025
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LES MILLS YOGA launches to help clubs tap into fast-growing wellness category
To support clubs in unlocking the booming wellness market, LES MILLS YOGA™ has launched and has been crafted as a four-part series bringing together powerful coaching and expert...
Aug 11, 2025
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Construction complete on new Belgravia Leisure managed hydrotherapy pool at Lakeside Leisure Centre
The construction of the new hydrotherapy pool at Lakeside Leisure Centre in Tuggeranong is now complete, delivering an important health and wellbeing service for south Canberra....
Aug 11, 2025
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Aquatics
New partnership announced between Hockey Australia and The Pass
A new partnership has been announced between Hockey Australia and The Pass, one of the country’s fastest growing Hospitality loyalty programs. In an exciting first, all...
Aug 11, 2025
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She Hoops launches Future Leaders Program
Basketball Australia’s She Hoops initiative has announced a major milestone with the launch of Future Leaders, a program designed for women involved in basketball coaching,...
Aug 11, 2025
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Ascott multi-typology brand strategy drives expansion into key leisure hotspots across Asia and Middle East
Recent signings across Asia and the Middle East reflect The Ascott Limited’s strategic expansion into key leisure hotspots. The Ascott Limited (Ascott) is the wholly owned...
Aug 11, 2025
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Hospitality
Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa reopens after $1.7 million refurbishment
Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa - located in the Victorian spa town of, Daylesford - has officially reopened following a stunning $1.7 million refurbishment. The upgrades were...
Aug 10, 2025
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