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Genesian Theatre opens production of Shakespeare’s Macbeth at new Rozelle venue
The Genesian Theatre has opened its production of Shakespeare’s Macbeth at their stunning new Rozelle venue in Sydney's inner west. Murder and madness take centre stage as this...
Mar 19, 2025
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Sunshine Coast Council engages Briometrix to conduct additional mobility mapping
Sunshine Coast Council has engaged Briometrix, a leading provider of technology solutions for people with disabilities, to conduct more mobility mapping to provide easy...
Mar 19, 2025
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Mindbody partners with Rokt to offer more relevant ads to fitness club members
Leader fitness oriented SaaS platform Mindbody has partnered with Rokt, a global leader in ecommerce, to deliver more relevant ads to its fitness and wellness membership...
Mar 19, 2025
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Discussion paper explores social impact reporting in Australian regional tourism
Australian Regional Tourism (ART) and Nourish Group note that as tourism grows, there is an increasing need to recognise that the tourism industry is more than just a revenue...
Mar 19, 2025
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New Zealand Members of Parliament reach halfway mark of 'Fit 4 Office' Challenge
Exercise New Zealand has advised that at the halfway mark of the Fit 4 Office (F4O) Challenge, New Zealand Members of Parliament from across the political spectrum are proving...
Mar 19, 2025
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New leisure portfolio ministers announced in Western Australia and NSW Governments
Newly re-elected Western Australian Premier Roger Cook has announced the portfolio allocations for his new Cabinet with dedicated ministers for each region to focus on local job...
Mar 19, 2025
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Body dissatisfaction driving youth away from sport
Australia's leading charity for eating disorders and body image issues, The Butterfly Foundation, has launched a new campaign in collaboration with top AFL players to shed light...
Mar 19, 2025
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Heating circulation and filtration system replacements among Yarra Centre pool upgrades
Yarra Centre pool facilities at the Yarra Centre in Yarra Junction, south Victoria, will be closed from close of business 30th March 2025 until 31st May 2025 due to upgrades and...
Mar 18, 2025
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Corangamite Shire to host information session on strength training and nutrition
Corangamite Shire, located in southwestern Victoria, is hosting an information session on strength training at Timboon Stadium on 25th March aiming to support athletes in...
Mar 18, 2025
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Hockey Australia extends partnership with ASICS until LA 2028
Hockey Australia has today announced a three-and-a-half-year partnership extension with apparel and footwear giant, ASICS. ASICS will remain the Official and Exclusive Footwear...
Mar 18, 2025
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Work commences on Australia's first Vietnamese Museum
Work is officially underway on Australia’s first ever Vietnamese Cultural Centre and Museum, with the first sod turned on the site in Sunshine – a focal point for Vietnamese...
Mar 18, 2025
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Centenary Park Golf Course celebrates 50 years of community, connection and Golf
This year, Centenary Park Golf Course, located in Frankston southeast Melbourne, is celebrating 50 years at its current location of being a popular golfing destination for both...
Mar 18, 2025
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fabALICE festival returns to Alice Springs
fabALICE, a vibrant four-day festival of colour, creativity, celebration and inclusivity featuring talented drag queens and kings from the Territory and beyond, is returning to...
Mar 18, 2025
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New Council appointments for Australian National Maritime Museum
The Federal Government has appointed Dr Kevin Fewster AM and Dr Bülent (Hass) Dellal AO as members to the Council for the Australian National Maritime Museum for three-year...
Mar 18, 2025
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International visitor survey sets out to improve travel experiences in the Pacific
As part of the Pacific Tourism Data Initiative (PTDI), the Vanuatu Tourism Office (VTO), in partnership with the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), has announced the...
Mar 18, 2025
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Taronga Zoo Sydney celebrates Asian Elephants with traditional Thai Ceremony
Taronga Zoo Sydney recently celebrated their Asian Elephants, Pak Boon and Tang Mo, with a traditional blessing and ritual ceremony ahead of their upcoming move to South...
Mar 18, 2025
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H2O Xtream Aquatic Centre to open in April
New Zealand’s Upper Hutt City Council has advised that with testing and commissioning nearing completion, H2O Xtream Aquatic Centre will open to the public on 7th April. To mark...
Mar 18, 2025
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City of Sydney proposes Heritage Listing for historic Oxford Street venues
The City of Sydney is proposing for three historic venues along Oxford Street to be heritage listed following a study to identify important places for LGBTIQA+ communities. The...
Mar 18, 2025
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Improved access for Tasmania’s Mount Field National Park
Improved access to Tasmania’s Mount Field National Park is being planned with the designs now out for public consultation. Mount Field is one of Tasmania’s oldest national parks...
Mar 18, 2025
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70-hectare sport and recreation area among features proposed for Adelaide’s New Northern Park Lands
The South Australian Government’s proposed new Northern Park Lands will be the most significant investment in public open space in Greater Adelaide. The Northern Parklands...
Mar 17, 2025
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WNBL announces record-breaking 2024/25 Season and all-time high level of interest
A record-breaking 24/25 season has been delivered by the Cygnett WNBL, strengthening its position as one of the world’s premier women’s basketball leagues. The level of interest...
Mar 17, 2025
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ATEC urges election commitment to support tourism recovery
With export tourism businesses still struggling with workforce shortages, high operating costs and challenges in re-engaging international markets, the Australian Tourism Export...
Mar 17, 2025
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Concept2 announces global partnership with Battle Cancer fitness challenge event
Concept2 - the pioneer of modern indoor rowing equipment - has announced their global partnership with Battle Cancer as their exclusive event equipment sponsor. Battle Cancer is...
Mar 17, 2025
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ONCORE Academy Partners with SWIM Coaches and Teachers Australia to enhance professional development
Aiming to elevate professional development opportunities for aquatic professionals, SWIM Coaches and Teachers Australia (SWIM/SCTA) has announced a new partnership with ONCORE®...
Mar 17, 2025
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