News: Safety

New Zealand counts the cost of Cyclone Gabrielle

The tropical cyclone which lashed New Zealand’s North Island on Monday and Tuesday - with high winds and heavy rain severely impacting more than half a dozen regions - has had a…

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Feb 15, 2023 Environment / Safety / Tourism /

 
 

Extreme heat forecast prompts NRL to delay kick-off times for World Club Challenge and trial matches

Concerns for player safety in forecast extreme heat conditions this weekend has prompted the NRL to push back the start of trial matches, including the World Club Challenge between Penrith…

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Feb 15, 2023 Safety / Sport / Venues /

 
 

Auckland Council urge community not to visit storm impacted parks, sports grounds and beaches

With Cyclone Gabrielle having impacted New Zealand's north just weeks after Auckland and surrounding areas endured record rainfall and flooding, Auckland Council is encouraging the…

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Feb 15, 2023 Environment / Parks / Recreation / Safety / Sport /

 
 

Yet to be sentenced bouncy castle arsonist lives in ‘constant fear’ while in prison cell

Awaiting sentencing having pleaded guilty in October 2021 to 11 counts of conspiracy to commit arson in relation to firebombing attacks against rival amusement hire business, a Melbourne…

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Feb 14, 2023 Attractions / Legal / Safety /

 
 

United Nations roundtable amplifies the power of sport to counter the impact of war

A United Nations roundtable discussion held recently with famous footballers and grassroots gamechangers has amplified that sport can change the world. Speakers at the roundtable…

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Feb 14, 2023 ByKaren Sweaney Safety / Sport /

 
 

Moduplay Group release latest Play Book

Aiming to help ‘bring play to the world’, NSW-based Moduplay has released the latest edition of its Play Book, a useful and educational for every playground designer or play…

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Feb 14, 2023 Design / Play / Recreation / Safety /

 
 

Man dies from suspected drug overdose after attending Sydney’s Transmission Festival

A 26-year-old man has died after attending the Transmission music festival held within Sydney’s showgrounds on Saturday 11th February. 12 other festival goers were also taken to…

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Feb 13, 2023 Entertainment / Events / Safety / Security / Venues /

 
 

Drownings highlight need for education on rip currents

In a week during which several people have drowned after getting caught in rip currents at unpatrolled beaches, the need for public awareness about coastal dangers has once again been…

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Feb 11, 2023 Aquatics / Education / Marketing / Safety / Tourism /

 
 

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