News: Parks

Victorian plans for smoking bans at sporting venues, playgrounds and skate parks

Following similar legislation in other States, the Victorian Government has announced legislative plans to ban smoking at sporting facilities, children's playgrounds and skate parks…

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Feb 10, 2013 Aquatics / Legal / Parks / Recreation / Wellness /

 
 

Sun rises on National Arboretum

A specatular dawn ceremony on Saturday morning (2nd February) marked the official opening of the National Arboretum in Canberra. The 250 hectare site was once a pine and cedar forest but…

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Feb 4, 2013 Attractions / Environment / Parks / Recreation /

 
 

National park recovery underway after Oswald

The Fraser Island and Cooloola sections of Great Sandy National Park have now reopened following this week's severe weather in Queensland. Queensland National Parks Minister Steve…

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Feb 2, 2013 Environment / Parks / Recreation / Safety / Security /

 
 

Wellington offers free apps for city parks and walks

Wellington City Council has made its public parks more accessible with free mobile Apps to help visitors and residents explore the city's outdoor spaces. The free My Parx smartphone…

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Feb 1, 2013 Parks / Recreation / Technology /

 
 

NSW Botanic Gardens and National Parks enjoy growth in visitor numbers

Online campsite bookings, a new website and the abolition of entry fees to Western Sydney botanic gardens, have resulted in more people than ever enjoying the beauty of the NSW's…

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Jan 30, 2013 Access / Environment / Parks / Recreation / Technology /

 
 

Centennial Parklands gains world-class recognition with Green Flag Award

Centennial Parklands has again been recognised as one of the world's leading public parklands by winning a prestigious Green Flag Award in the year of its 125th anniversary. One of 10…

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Jan 29, 2013 Environment / Marketing / Parks / Recreation / Venues /

 
 

Stakeholders welcome creation of Murujuga National Park

The Western Australian Government has approved the creation of the Murujuga National Park on the Burrup Peninsula in a move welcomed by tourism operators in the region. The head of the…

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Jan 22, 2013 Culture / Environment / Parks / Tourism /

 
 

Light Garden to illuminate Sydney’s Centennial Park

From 18th to 27th January, a spectacular illuminated Light Garden will light up Centennial Park like never before. This free community event will celebrate a key milestone in life of…

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Jan 11, 2013 Culture / Events / Hospitality / Parks / Recreation /

 
 

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