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Upgraded 50 metre pool and wellness hub among changes slated for Noosa Aquatic Centre

A draft Facility Upgrade Plan has been developed to modernise the Noosa Aquatic Centre at Girraween Court, Sunshine Beach with an array of improvements proposed for the...

Western Australian Premier introduces new Department of Creative Industries, Tourism and Sport in departmental overhaul

Following his recent election victory, Western Australian Premier Roger Cook has announced a series of "targeted reforms" to the public sector and government departments, with...

Physical activity advocate secures Lake Macquarie top annual civic honour

Dr Alyce Barnes, a University of Newcastle researcher at the forefront of physical activity interventions and programs has been awarded Lake Macquarie’s top annual civic honour....

South Australian Government launches inaugural 10 year Cultural Policy

The South Australian Government has launched the state’s first 10-year Cultural Policy, 'A Place to Create', designed to ensure all South Australians have access to arts,...

Japan’s Sumo Hall entertainment experience draws international visitors

Japan’s ‘THE SUMO HALL HIRAKUZA OSAKA’ located in central Osaka, is an inbound-focused sumo entertainment show hall, introducing the rich history and culture of sumo, a Japanese...

Conservation groups share new imagery revealing devastation to Great Koala Park

Conservation groups have shared new imagery highlighting the damage happening right now to crucial koala habitat earmarked for inclusion in the Great Koala National Park. A...

Starlizard Integrity Services identifies 159 suspicious football matches played in 2024

London-based, sports integrity specialists - Starlizard Integrity Services (SIS) - have identified 159 football matches played around the world in 2024 as suspicious. In a major...

Marketing campaigns contribute to record breaking year for Gold Coast tourism

The latest National and International Visitor Survey results from Tourism Research Australia has revealed the Gold Coast continues to set new records with visitor spending...

Expressions of Interest now open for Advisory Group to implement Equity Arts and Disability Plan

Expressions of Interest are being sought from d/Deaf and disabled artists, arts workers and screen practitioners across Australia to join an Implementation Advisory Group to...

Tasmanian Government looks to deliver long-term vision for women and girls in sport

The Tasmanian Government has launched the consultation on the development of its Women and Girls in Sport Strategy - aimed to enable greater access and participation for women...

Vortex International launches new ‘VECTORY’ splashpad collection

Vortex Aquatic Structures International, a manufacturer and world leader in aquatic attractions and solutions, has launched VECTORY™, an innovative Splashpad® collection...

Expressions of interest open for delivery of innovative businesses to Rottnest Island

Expressions of interest are now open to established operators to bring new and innovative businesses to Rottnest Island. Last year's new businesses offerings included cruises on...

MEETINGS 2025 Hosted Buyer applications close soon as BEIA reveals social events

MEETINGS, New Zealand's largest and longest running business events exhibition run by Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA) has its applications close next week for 2025...

New $88 million South Australian Sports Institute opens

The new $88 million South Australian Sports Institute (SASI) has now opened offering a premium facility designed to give local athletes a competitive edge at the elite level...

Ticketek report shows two million Australians buying tickets to live events through summer

The past summer saw live events experience their highest ticket sales in nearly a decade, with two million Australians purchasing tickets. The analysis by Ticketek’s data...

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Astra Lumina immersive night walk experience launches at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

The Gold Coast, renowned for its beaches, nightlife and attractions - has added another premium experience to its offerings with Astra Lumina immersive night walk having...

Sport Alliance appoints Alexandar Vassilev as new Chief Executive

Sport Alliance, the Germany-based provider of innovative software solutions and services to gyms and fitness suites, has appointed Alexandar Vassilev as its new Chief Executive,...

Gallagher ambassador Natalie Cook to deliver keynote session at Fuel SYD 2025

Natalie Cook, five-time Olympian and Olympic Gold Medallist, will be delivering a keynote session at FUEL SYD 2025 on 8th May at 12-Micron Barangaroo, with her attendance...

Auckland arts sector secures Council funding boost

Auckland Council funding will be distributed among 22 arts organisations to deliver events and activities across Tāmaki Makaurau, in the latest round of Regional Arts and...

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First Destination Management Plan released for Wagga Wagga

Wagga Wagga City Council has endorsed the Wagga Wagga Destination Management Plan 2025-2034, which will guide the development of the visitor economy in the Wagga Wagga Local...

Tasmanian Planning Commission assessment says cost of Hobart Stadium will rise to almost $1 billion

A Tasmanian Planning Commission panel has released a highly critical draft report on the planned Hobart Stadium suggesting that cost for the venue will rise to $992.5 million -...

Clarence Regional Aquatic Centre gets official opening

A highly anticipated occasion for the Clarence Valley community - who have waited more than two years to access their new facility - the $29.1 million Clarence Regional Aquatic...

Event organisers offer glimpse of track designs for Australia’s new international motorcross

Event organisers have offered a glimpse of track designs for the new Hidden Valley international-level motocross track located in Darwin and designed by Protraxx. The Hidden...

Gymnastics Australia seeks clarity on Brisbane 2032 venue

Following the Brisbane 2032 facilities announcement earlier this week, Gymnastics Australia is seeking urgent clarity and support from the Queensland Government on the...

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