News: Environment

Kauri dieback fears sees closure of Bay of Islands walking trails

The Department of Conservation has announced that 10 tracks in the Bay of Islands will close permanently in an effort to stop the spread of kauri dieback disease. DOC announced last week…

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Jul 18, 2019 Environment / Recreation / Tourism /

 
 

Zoos and aquariums celebrate and educate through Plastic Free July

The Zoo and Aquarium Association (ZAA) has advised that zoos and aquariums across Australia, New Zealand and New Caledonia have been celebrating Plastic Free July with educational…

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Jul 18, 2019 Attractions / Education / Environment /

 
 

Te Araroa Trust plan looks to deliver sustainable walking experiences over next three years

Reducing road-walking and delivering a high-quality experience for walkers on New Zealand’s Te Araroa trail are among the top priorities identified by the Te Araroa Trust in its…

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Jul 17, 2019 Environment / Recreation / Tourism /

 
 

Cairns initiative sees discarded plastic straws recycled into park seating

With Cairns and Great Barrier Reef tourism operators taking a lead on plastic straw waste, the hard work of The Last Straw on the Great Barrier Reef initiative has seen what were once over…

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Jul 17, 2019 Environment / Tourism /

 
 

Orbost Outdoor Pool wins ARV Facility Management Award

The Orbost Outdoor Pool, an East Gippsland Shire Council facility, recently received the  Facility Management Award - Seasonal at the 2019 Aquatics and Recreation Victoria (ARV)…

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Jul 16, 2019 Aquatics / Environment /

 
 

Auckland Zoo creating new South East Asia precinct

Auckland Zoo is undergoing a $58 million redevelopment project that will see the creation of a new South East Asia precinct as part of its 10-year Future Zoo development plan. Funded…

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Jul 15, 2019 Attractions / Environment / Tourism /

 
 

Melbourne Zoo innovations keep animals warm through winter

Innovative tools and strategies have been deployed by Melbourne’s Zoo’s to help keep its animals of all ages, warm, comforted and active. Wild Sea Life Sciences Manager Adrian…

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Jul 15, 2019 Attractions / Environment / Technology / Tourism / Wellness /

 
 

Hump Ridge Track set to be New Zealand’s next Great Walk

New Zealand’s Department of Conservation today announced their plans for developing Southland’s 61 kilometre Hump Ridge Track into the country’s next Great Walk.…

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Jul 15, 2019 Environment / Fitness / Parks / Recreation / Tourism /

 
 

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