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Karen Sweaney

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Karen Sweaney

Co-founder and Editor, Australasian Leisure Management

Artist, geoscientist and specialist writer on the leisure industry, Karen Sweaney is Editor and co-founder of Australasian Leisure Management.

Based in Sydney, Australia, her specific areas of interest include the arts, entertainment, the environment, fitness, tourism and wellness.

She has degrees in Fine Arts from the University of Sydney and Geological Oceanography from UNSW.

Hong Kong gym’s link to COVID-19 cluster shows need for ongoing safety and hygiene commitment

The recent indication that a fitness club in Hong Kong has been the source of a COVID-19 outbreak is emerging as a matter of concern for gym operators and the exercise industry worldwide.…

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Mar 29, 2021 Karen Sweaney Fitness / Safety / Wellness /

 
 

Latest designs revealed for transformation of Perth’s WACA Ground

The latest vision has been unveiled for the WACA Ground Improvement Project, aiming to transform the historic East Perth venue into a boutique community and sporting venue, capable of hosting…

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Mar 26, 2021 Karen Sweaney Aquatics / Design / Government / Sport / Venues /

 
 

NSW to move to 100% seated capacity at entertainment and sporting venues

NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has announced that an easing of COVID-19 restrictions will see 100% seated capacity allowed at entertainment and sporting venues - including stadiums and…

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Mar 25, 2021 Karen Sweaney Entertainment / Events / Government / Sport / Venues /

 
 

South Australia’s ban on single-use plastic starts today

Today marks South Australia becoming the first State or Territory in Australia to ban single-use plastic products with drinking straws, stirrers and cutlery to be prohibited from sale, supply…

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Mar 1, 2021 Karen Sweaney Environment / Government / Legal / Wellness /

 
 

Genting Malaysia reveals Genting SkyWorlds brand and new theme park opening

Following a series of delays, Malaysia’s Resorts World Genting has revealed the branding for it new outdoor theme park - Genting SkyWorlds - and that it will be opening before the…

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Feb 26, 2021 Karen Sweaney Attractions / Entertainment / Retail / Tourism /

 
 

Victoria University study shows inappropriate uniforms impact desire of girls and young women to participate in sport

New research from Victoria University shows that inappropriate and uncomfortable uniforms are discouraging teenage girls and young women from participating in girls off sport and…

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Feb 26, 2021 Karen Sweaney Recreation / Retail / Sport /

 
 

Singapore sets sustainable targets for next 10 years

The Government of Singapore has this week released details of a national agenda on sustainable development with the unveiling of the Singapore Green Plan 2030. Introduced as a…

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Feb 13, 2021 Karen Sweaney Environment / Government / Parks / Recreation /

 
 
 
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