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Sensory quiet sessions launched at Harold Holt Swim Centre
Sensory quiet sessions are being trialled by the City of Stonnington at Harold Holt Swim Centre in both the pool and gym areas from Fridays and Sundays commencing Friday 4th...
Mar 26, 2025
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Branding refresh for Australian Life Saving Championships
The Australian Life Saving Championships has undergone a branding refresh in the lead up to this year’s competition with a new tagline - United, Inspired, Iconic - paying homage...
Mar 26, 2025
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Sydney Festival welcomes arts advocate Simon Chan to its Board of Directors
Sydney Festival has appointed Simon Chan to its Board of Directors. As a highly respected architect, gallerist, and champion of multicultural engagement, Chan brings extensive...
Mar 26, 2025
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Belgravia Leisure urges teenagers swim enrolment amid alarming skill gap
In response to Royal Life Saving Australia’s recently released data that shows lifesaving skills of high school students are not up to standard, Belgravia Leisure is urging...
Mar 26, 2025
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Gymnastics Australia announces ‘Sylvia P’ as Official Gymnastics Wear Partner
To ensure both functionality and confidence for Australian Gymnasts on the world stage, Gymnastics Australia has announced ‘Sylvia P Sportswear’ as the Official Gymnastics Wear...
Mar 26, 2025
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Federal budget 2025/26 looks to back a more resilient economy
Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers last night (Tuesday 25th March) delivered his fourth budget, laying out Government spending priorities 2025/26 - laying out five key priorities;...
Mar 25, 2025
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Transformation of Adelaide's Karen Rolton Oval allows doubling of cricket fans for Sheffield Shield final
Support from the South Australian Government and South Australian Cricket Association has delivered new and temporary infrastructure at the usual 5,000-capacity Karen Rolton...
Mar 25, 2025
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Federal budget continues support for arts and creative industries
Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers 2025/26 budget has continued the rebuilding of Australia’s media and arts sectors while also providing further cost of living relief for creative...
Mar 25, 2025
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Smart approach to construction vital for delivery of Brisbane 2032 Games
The Australian Constructors Association (ACA) has welcomed the Queensland Government's response to the Olympic and Paralympic Games Review noting the announcement brings...
Mar 25, 2025
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Federal budget confirms $250 million for new and expanded conservation areas
The Federal budget has confirmed a $250 million commitment that will see 30 million hectares of land will gain protected status over the next five years. The funding for Saving...
Mar 25, 2025
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Winners announced for IAAPA Inspiration, Service and Young Professional Awards
IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry, has named the winners of the 2024-2025 Inspiration, Service, and Young Professional Awards. The awards recognise...
Mar 25, 2025
Attractions
Australian Sports Commission hosts its third successful Coaching and Officiating Conference
The Australian Sports Commission has held its third successful Coaching and Officiating Conference which was marked by two new world-leading courses, seven keynote speeches and...
Mar 25, 2025
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ASM Global’s Harvey Lister ‘disappointed’ at exclusion of Brisbane Arena project from 2032 Games venue proposals
Queensland Premier David Crisafulli's announcement that plans for venues to host events at the 2032 Brisbane Olympics and Paralympics will not include the Brisbane Live/Arena...
Mar 25, 2025
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PCYC coach travels to Northern Territory to teach Gymnastics to remote Indigenous communities
PCYC coaches have been travelling to the Northern Territory to teach Gymnastics to remote Indigenous communities as part of a scholarship program with Gymnastics Northern...
Mar 25, 2025
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Singapore Sports Hub hosts teams from Asia and Oceania for FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup 2025
Singapore Sports Hub is hosting the eighth edition of basketball tournament, the FIBA 3x3 Asia Cup, from 26th to 30th March 2025 - delivering exciting action on and off the...
Mar 25, 2025
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Updated plans lodged for Orange’s John Davis Stadium include larger grandstand
Updated plans for Orange’s John Davis Stadium include a larger grandstand than originally planned and new amenities block for the athletic track. The new Development...
Mar 25, 2025
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Work commences on Twelve Apostles Visitor Centre
Construction is underway on the Visitor Experience Centre at the new Twelve Apostles Precinct Redevelopment. The Twelve Apostles are an environmental attraction consisting of...
Mar 25, 2025
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QUT becomes first Australian university to be awarded AIS gold rating
In recognition of its ongoing commitment to providing holistic support for students who balance their studies with elite sport, the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) has...
Mar 25, 2025
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NSW community facilities secure $6 million for upgrades
The NSW Government Infrastructure Grants Program sees sport grounds, community halls, theatres and cultural centres from Broken Hill to Bellingen, Camden to Carathool, Fairfield...
Mar 25, 2025
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Sea World Foundation and TurtleWatch return rescued turtle hatchlings to ocean
99 endangered loggerhead turtle hatchlings have been returned to Tallebudgera and South Stradbroke Island beaches by Sea World Foundation and Watergum Community’s TurtleWatch...
Mar 25, 2025
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First details released for Biennale of Sydney 25th edition in 2026
The Biennale of Sydney has today released the first details for its 25th edition being held from 14th March to 14th June 2026, including the appointment of the next Fondation...
Mar 25, 2025
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Regional venues feature in Brisbane 2032 infrastructure plans
Yesterday’s announcement of the Games Delivery Plan for the Brisbane Olympics and Paralympics has included plans for events to be held outside south-east Queensland with...
Mar 25, 2025
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Thailand's Banyan Tree Spa Krabi spa introduces Weightless Therapy
Banyan Tree Spa Krabi spa and wellness resort, located on the west coast of Thailand, has recently launched complementary weightless therapy classes for guests. Weightless...
Mar 25, 2025
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Wellness
Australia’s peak aquatic sports welcome announcement on Brisbane National Aquatics Centre
Australia’s peak aquatic sport sports have today welcomed the Queensland Government’s announcement that a National Aquatics Centre (NAC) will be developed in Spring Hill as part...
Mar 25, 2025
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