News: Parks
Unveiling for new foreshore park at Barangaroo on Sydney Harbour
While Sydney’s newest public park will not open until July, the Barangaroo Headland Park has been revealed by landscape architect Peter Walker. The six hectare harbour foreshore…
read moreDeakin University study into the health benefits of parks
With the support of Parks and Leisure Australia (PLA), researchers at Deakin University are to undertake a study into the health benefits and associated economic value of parks and park…
read moreKompan to stage ‘Day of Play’
Leading international playground equipment company Kompan is staging an innovative event highlighting the value of play. Titled the 'National Day of Play', the event allows…
read moreNew movement aims to get children playing outside
A new movement is trying to get children away from TVs, computers and smartphones and back outside to play and connect with nature. With fewer Aussie kids playing outside (research…
read moreSport Otago Chief Executive brings expertise to NZRA board
John Brimble, one of New Zealand’s most experienced sport, recreation and wellness administrators has been appointed to the Board of the New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA).…
read moreBasic camping fee axed in Victorian National Parks
The Victorian Government has handed campers an early Easter gift by dumping camping fees for more than 500 basic camp sites. The previous Victorian Government had introduced a $13 fee for…
read moreParks Victoria encourages planning for Easter visits
With thousands of visitors expected to be enjoying Victoria’s parks this Easter, Parks Victoria is encouraging people to plan ahead and book their campsites before they leave. Parks…
read moreNew exhibition explores the connection between nature, photography and health
Centennial Parklands and Royal North Shore Hospital have launched a new collaborative health initiative: Nature | Photography | Health. The exhibition, which was officially unveiled by…
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