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Global Wellness Summit partnerships aim to solidify Abu Dhabi as prominent global wellness hub
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS), a gathering of international leaders in the $6.3 trillion global wellness economy, has announced that its 19th annual conference will take...
Mar 12, 2025
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TEG announces management transition with Geoff Jones named Chairman and Brad Banducci becoming Chief Executive
TEG has today announced the appointment of Geoff Jones as Chairman with Brad Banducci taking on the role of Chief Executive. Jones moves into this role after serving as Chief...
Mar 12, 2025
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JCB announced as Premier Sponsor for 10th Edition of Sakura 2025 at Singapore's Gardens by the Bay
JCB, a major global payment brand and a leading credit card issuer and acquirer in Japan, has been announced as the premier sponsor for the 10th Edition of Sakura 2025 (Japan...
Mar 12, 2025
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Free admission announced for all City of Gold Coast Aquatic Centres
City of Gold Coast has announced free admission to the City’s eight aquatic centres from now until close of business Friday to allow people access to amenities following...
Mar 11, 2025
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Trivandi events advisory expands global footprint with new Australian office
Trivandi, a global leader in sports and major events advisory, has expanded its global footprint by opening an Australian office in Brisbane to serve the Asia-Pacific Region....
Mar 11, 2025
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Victoria's Minister for Tourism and Sport sets out Melbourne’s strength in hosting major events
Victoria Minister for Tourism and Sport and Major Events Steve Dimopoulos has this morning set out the reasons why the Victorian Government continues to invest in attracting...
Mar 11, 2025
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Fernwood Fitness and Qualified Trainers partner to streamline compliance and enhance Group Fitness Management
Fernwood Fitness, one of Australia’s premier fitness brands with over 70 locations, has partnered with Qualified Trainers (QT) as a preferred supplier for compliance oversight...
Mar 11, 2025
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Penrith Council marks Harmony Week 2025 with free community multicultural event
The Penrith community has been invited by Council to participate in ‘Culture Fusion’ - a fun free multicultural event at Lang Park, St Marys on Saturday 22nd March 2025, to...
Mar 11, 2025
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Kyoto prefecture announces partnership for new arena development
Japan's Kyoto Prefecture has announced its selection of a development consortium that will undertake a public private partnership centred on a new arena in the city of Mukō....
Mar 11, 2025
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Final upgrades underway at Sydney's Mark Taylor Oval to increase female sport participation
The third and final stage of a major upgrade at Mark Taylor Oval, Waitara in Sydney’s upper north shore is underway to deliver a new pavilion and updated grandstand. The updated...
Mar 11, 2025
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Gold Coast theme parks reopen after Cyclone Alfred closure
Following disruption related to Tropical Cyclone Alfred last week the Gold Coast’s major theme parks reopened as of yesterday. Dreamworld, WhiteWater World, SkyPoint, Warner...
Mar 11, 2025
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Historic Katoomba Falls Kiosk event space officially reopens
The historic Katoomba Falls Kiosk, situated within Katoomba Falls Reserve, has reopened offering hireable meeting and event spaces, providing a versatile venue for individuals,...
Mar 11, 2025
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Belgravia Leisure appointed as new operating partner for Western Downs Aquatic Centres
A five-year management agreement sees Belgravia Leisure appointed as the new operating partner for Queensland’s Western Downs Regional Council's six aquatic centre facilities in...
Mar 11, 2025
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Nelson's Chin community to have community garden celebrating their culture and heritage
Nelson City Council, situated on New Zealand’s South Island, has advised that their Chin community will soon have a community garden to celebrate their culture and heritage....
Mar 11, 2025
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Zoos SA partners with Variety SA to offer more inclusive and accessible experiences
Zoos SA and Variety SA have partnered to create a more inclusive and accessible experience for all visitors across both animal experiences and onsite at Adelaide Zoo and Monarto...
Mar 11, 2025
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Child safety workshops to be hosted for NSW local sporting organisations
The NSW Office of Sport has partnered with the Office of the Children’s Guardian to deliver a series of interactive child safety workshops on the NSW South Coast next week to...
Mar 11, 2025
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Malaysian theme park operators call for law reforms to boost tourism industry
Malaysian theme park operators want to boost tourism and have called on the government to reform laws they consider to be negatively impacting the industry. The Malaysian...
Mar 11, 2025
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Melbourne to host first ever NBA games in Australia
The Victorian Government today announced that Melbourne will host the first ever National Basketball Association (NBA) games to be played in Australia. The two historic NBA...
Mar 10, 2025
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Big Red Group calls for support to help tourism and experience operators recover from ex-Cyclone Alfred
David Anderson, Chief Executive at Australia’s largest experience network, Big Red Group, says that tourism and experience operators will need sustained, long-term support to...
Mar 10, 2025
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AUSactive partners with HFA to release research on reversing the physical inactivity crisis
As Australia approaches the 2025 Federal Election, AUSactive, in partnership with the Health and Fitness Association, has shared new research on reversing the physical...
Mar 10, 2025
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Tamworth Regional Aquatic Centre project secures $9 million grant from Australian Government
The Australian Government has awarded $9 million in funding towards the proposed $45 million Tamworth Aquatic, Education and Health Centre of Excellence through its Growing...
Mar 10, 2025
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Zoos Victoria achieves quality tourism sustainable accreditation across all four attractions
The Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) has announced that Zoos Victoria’s Kyabram Fauna Park has joined Melbourne Zoo, Healesville Sanctuary and Werribee Open Range Zoo in...
Mar 10, 2025
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New Chair and Board Director appointed for Australian Sports Foundation
The Australian Sports Foundation (ASF) has appointed Professor Sarah Kelly OAM as its new Chair and Tony Hallam as a new Director of the Board. Professor Kelly brings a wealth...
Mar 10, 2025
Sport
Carlton Football Club's home will continue to be known as IKON Park following contract renewal
The home of AFL’s Carlton Football Club will continue to be known as IKON Park following IKON Services Australia having renewed their contract for an additional three years,...
Mar 10, 2025
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