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NSW Government delivers $4 million package for inclusive play

The NSW Government has advised of a package of $4 million in funding available for councils to create inclusive playgrounds for their local communities. Introducing the funding, which…

Oct 23, 2019 Access / Play / Recreation /

Event Cinemas launch new immersive experience for children

Event Cinemas has launched Event Junior, an immersive experience specially designed for children - with the first Event Junior opened yesterday at Event Macquarie and Event…

Oct 16, 2019 Attractions / Entertainment / Play /

Vortex secures aquatic industry award

Vortex Aquatic Structures International, a manufacturer and world leader in water attractions, recently received its second Leading Edge Award from the World Waterpark Association (WWA).…

Oct 16, 2019 Aquatics / Design / Play /

Sport NZ’s new Disability Plan looks to address inequality

Aiming to improve the wellbeing of disabled New Zealanders by addressing inequalities in play, active recreation and sport, Sport New Zealand has released its new Disability Plan. Launched…

Oct 15, 2019 Access / Play / Recreation / Sport /

Wellington City Council consultation sees playgrounds transition to play spaces

Treating New Zealand's capital city as one large ‘play space’ is at the heart of Wellington City Council’s review of the city’s 14-year-old Playgrounds Policy.…

Oct 14, 2019 Parks / Play / Recreation /

Brisbane City Council reveals concepts for the transformation of Victoria Park golf course into new open space

A series of concept images revealing the transformation of Brisbane’s Victoria Park golf course into an expansive 45-hectare public park have been unveiled as part of Brisbane City…

Oct 14, 2019 Design / Golf / Parks / Play / Recreation /

Shoalhaven Council opens new inclusive playground

Shoalhaven City Council has opened Sanctuary Point’s Clifton Park which has recently undergone an impressive transformation with the installation of a new, inclusive playground.…

Oct 10, 2019 Parks / Play / Recreation /

PLA 2019 Conference a forum for sharing of ideas and learnings

Looking forward to its upcoming 2019 National Conference in Perth, Parks and Leisure Australia (PLA) is to focus on the importance of linking parks, open spaces and facilities to health,…

Oct 8, 2019 Parks / Play / Recreation / Sport / Venues /