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NSW Government introduces major environmental laws in response to asbestos contaminated parks

The findings over the past two months of asbestos in Sydney parks have led the NSW Government to introduce changes to the Protection of the Environment Operations Act 1997 (POEO Act) and…

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Mar 15, 2024 ByKaren Sweaney Environment / Government / Legal / Parks / Play /

 
 

Australia’s first dedicated art and environment precinct to open in Halls Gap

Halls Gap, situated in the heart of the Grampians (Gariwerd) National Park, has been announced as the location for the 16-hectare National Centre for Environmental Art - Australia’s…

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Mar 15, 2024 ByKaren Sweaney Arts / Education / Environment / Tourism / Venues /

 
 

Japan’s Fuji-Q Highland to retire rollercoaster Do-Dodonpa after guest injuries

Fuji-Q Highland, an amusement park in Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi, Japan, owned and operated by the Fuji Kyuko Co. has announced the retirement of its Do-Dodonpa rollercoaster after a number of…

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Mar 15, 2024 Attractions / Safety /

 
 

AIS Thrive with Pride program looks for athletes to champion inclusion in sport

The AIS Thrive with Pride program is seeking new ambassadors to continue work being done across the country to promote LGBTIQ+ inclusion in Australian sport. The Thrive with Pride program…

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Mar 15, 2024 Marketing / Recreation / Sport /

 
 

SiteMinder launches on mobile offering hospitality sector new era of dynamic revenue management

Sydney-headquartered SiteMinder, a leading open hotel commerce platform, has released its industry-leading platform on mobile, to give accommodation providers the power to execute their…

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Mar 15, 2024 Finance / Hospitality / Technology / Tourism /

 
 

MCG introduces major security upgrades ahead of AFL season opener

The MCG has undergone a major security upgrade ahead of the 2024 AFL season that will see fans required to walk through AI-powered body scanners when entering the venue. Using technology…

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Mar 14, 2024 ByNigel Benton Safety / Security / Sport / Technology / Venues /

 
 

Dispute continues over new Tahiti judging tower for 2024 Olympic surfing competition

Following the decision by the Paris 2024 Olympic organisers to host the surfing competition in Teahupo'o, Tahiti, there has been an ongoing dispute over the proposed construction of a…

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Mar 14, 2024 ByKaren Sweaney Environment / Events / Insurance / Safety / Sport /

 
 

Wadeye community pool in Northern Territory closes due to lifeguard shortages

Unfortunately for the residents of Wadeye, located in the Northern Territory's remote west, approximately 400 kilometres from Darwin, their multi-million dollar pool that reopened in…

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Mar 14, 2024 ByKaren Sweaney Aquatics / Education / Safety /

 
 

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