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Parks Victoria climbing decision for Mount Arapiles delivers mixed reactions

Parks Victoria has released a new management plan for Mount Arapiles, in western Victoria, with plans to close half of the climbing routes as well as the renowned Pines campground that for…

Nov 6, 2024 Culture / Environment / Parks / Recreation / Sport /

National Park transformation to expand Newcastle’s green space

The City of Newcastle has proposed for an underutilised section of National Park to be transformed into open green space - activating an area in one of the city's largest and oldest…

Nov 6, 2024 Environment / Parks / Recreation / Sport /

Nominations open for 2025 Northern Territory Sports Awards

Nominations are now open for the annual Northern Territory Sports Awards which recognise the achievements of Territory athletes, coaches, sporting officials and volunteers throughout…

Nov 6, 2024 Recreation / Sport /

New Zealand Conservation Boards strengthened by new appointments

New Zealand’s Department of Conservation (DOC) has made 64 appointments to 14 Conservation Boards aiming to strengthen environmental efforts across Aotearoa New Zealand.…

Nov 6, 2024 Environment / Parks / Recreation /

Royal Life Saving highlights summer job opportunities in aquatic centres

With the operators of aquatic centres and seasonal swimming pools across Australia looking to fill job vacancies for summer, Royal Life Saving Society Australia is highlighting roles in…

Nov 6, 2024 Aquatics / Recreation /

Research project looks to assess diversity, equity and inclusion in aquatics and recreation

Professionals working in aquatic and recreation facilities across Australia are being encouraged to participate in a vital survey exploring diversity, equity and inclusion across the…

Nov 5, 2024 Aquatics / Culture / Education / Recreation /

Work underway on construction of 50 metre pool at Christchurch’s Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre

The construction of the Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre in Christchurch has reached a significant milestone with work now underway starts on its 50 metre competition pool. Giving an…

Nov 5, 2024 Aquatics / Recreation / Sport /

Wellington Shire Council introduces $15 a week access to 24/7 gym

Announcing the successful completion of the first stage of significant upgrades to its Aqua Energy Leisure Centre, Wellington Shire Council has advised of extended operating hours to the…

Nov 4, 2024 Aquatics / Billing / Fitness / Recreation /