News: Environment

Castlemaine’s English Oak named 2021 Victorian Tree of the Year

The English Oak (Quercus robur) at Castlemaine Botanic Gardens has been named the 2021 Victorian Tree of the Year by the National Trust of Australia (Victoria). Also known as the Royal…

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May 21, 2021 ByNigel Benton Environment / Marketing / Parks /

 
 

Canopy Grant Program continues to help combat Perth’s urban heat

A new Urban Canopy Grant Program to help combat urban heat in Perth in the face of climate change, will see more than 2,400 trees planted in 14 local government areas by 2022 with…

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May 20, 2021 Environment / Parks / Play / Recreation /

 
 

Romsey Ecotherapy Park receives final stage funding

Macedon Ranges Shire Council has received $615,000 funding for the third and final stage of the Romsey Ecotherapy Park which will add a woodland ramble and space to encourage nature play,…

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May 20, 2021 Environment / Parks / Play / Recreation / Wellness /

 
 

Queensland Government dismisses call to ban dolphin breeding

The Queensland Government will not take action in response to its receipt of a petition calling for an end to the breeding for dolphins in captivity. Targeted at Gold Coast theme park Sea…

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May 19, 2021 Attractions / Environment / Legal / Tourism /

 
 

Australian Marine Conservation Society claims Hunter Valley gas development to be a disaster for the Reef

In a statement released today, the Australian Marine Conservation Society notes that news of the Australian Government's plans to build a new gas-fired power plant in New South…

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May 19, 2021 Environment / Government /

 
 

Polygiene partners with KVRA to develop multiple-use and environment-friendly jiu-jitsu apparel

Polygiene®, the global leader in branded ‘stays fresh technologies’, has partnered with Brazilian brand KVRA - a market leader in the jiu-jitsu and MMA arena - to become…

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May 19, 2021 Design / Environment / Sport / Technology /

 
 

Penrith City Council tests new walking grid initiative in Kingswood

Penrith City Council’s co-designed new walking grid in Kingswood - The Live, Work, Play Grid - starts in Wainwright Park and encourages local residents, students and workers to walk…

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May 19, 2021 Design / Environment / Parks / Play / Recreation /

 
 

Perth landmarks go red in celebration of National Volunteer Week 2021

Perth landmarks including the Bell Tower, Optus Stadium, Matagarup Bridge and the Elizabeth Quay Bridge are lit up red this National Volunteer Week, May 17th-23rd - acknowledging the…

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May 19, 2021 Arts / Environment / Sport / Venues /

 
 

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