News: Play

End of the road for Parks and Leisure Australia’s printed journal

Parks and Leisure Australia (PLA) has advised that its Australasian Parks and Leisure journal, produced by the association and its predecessor body the Royal Australian Institute of Parks…

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Oct 17, 2023 Parks / Play / Recreation /

 
 

Parks and Leisure Australia to stage Queensland/NSW aquatic play and water features forum

Parks and Leisure Australia is expanding from its usual focus on parks management and recreational planning with the upcoming staging of a Queensland/NSW Recreational Aquatics Industry…

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Oct 16, 2023 Aquatics / Parks / Play / Recreation /

 
 

Recreation Aotearoa reveals nominees for 2023 Awards

Celebrating the best and brightest of New Zealand's recreation industry and looking to recognise excellence, innovation and effectiveness of outstanding activity, Recreation Aotearoa…

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Oct 12, 2023 Aquatics / Environment / Parks / Play / Recreation /

 
 

European Commission confirms restrictions on uses of microplastics

In a move likely to impact the use of rubber infill on playground surfaces and artificial sports fields worldwide, the European Commission has announced the implementation of its proposed…

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Oct 7, 2023 ByNigel Benton Environment / Play / Sport / Surfaces / Technology /

 
 

Sports and Play Industry Association recognises excellence with 2023 Industry Awards

The Sports and Play Industry Association (SAPIA) has announced the winners of its 2023 Awards, recognising member achievements in the design, construction, installation, testing and…

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Oct 6, 2023 Play / Recreation / Safety / Sport / Surfaces /

 
 

Work recommences on more cost-effective Frank Kitts Park playground

Wellington City Council has approved the funding for a downscaled, more modest design of the Frank Kitts Park playground which sees work now underway. The new design incorporates key…

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Oct 3, 2023 Design / Finance / Play / Recreation /

 
 

New playground included in Tweed Shire Council’s Piggabeen Sports Complex upgrade

Tweed Shire Council’s Piggabeen Sports Complex upgrade is underway with works including a new playground, field drainage and new turf, LED sports field lighting and upgrades to the…

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Oct 2, 2023 Play / Recreation / Sport / Venues /

 
 

New site needed for Mildura’s Riverfront Adventure Park following cuts to insurance coverage

This year's Murray River flood event has resulted in cuts to insurance coverage of up to 90%, leading Mildura Rural City Council to consider a new location for the proposed Riverfront…

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Sep 26, 2023 Insurance / Parks / Play / Recreation /

 
 

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