News: Recreation

Lack of snow forces cancellation of Australian Interschools Championships

Fragile and limited snow cover at Victoria's Mount Buller’s has forced organisers to cancel the 2023 Australian Interschools Championships. The decision follows a Buller Ski…

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Aug 29, 2023 Education / Environment / Recreation / Sport /

 
 

ARV announces line up for 2023 Industry Conference

Set to address six key streams - leadership, technology/communications, the workplace, diversity/equity/inclusion, people and assets - Aquatics and Recreation Victoria (ARV) is counting…

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Aug 22, 2023 Aquatics / Environment / Recreation / Sport /

 
 

Green Sports Alliance launches new guide for building sustainable venues

The Green Sports Alliance has released its latest 'Play to Zero Playbook, Building for the Next Generation', showcasing innovative approaches to constructing and renovating sports…

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Aug 2, 2023 Design / Environment / Recreation / Sport / Venues /

 
 

FSB 2023 trade fair to focus on sustainability in global sport and recreation

With preparations in full swing for FSB - the global industry event for public space, sport and recreation facilities - the halls of Koelnmesse in the Cologne trade fair grounds are being…

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Jul 26, 2023 Environment / Play / Recreation / Sport / Venues /

 
 

Councils given access to new $100 million energy efficiency fund

Local councils will be able to apply for money to make swimming pools, sporting grounds and courts more energy efficient, under a $100 million Federal Government program. Australian Prime…

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Jun 16, 2023 Aquatics / Environment / Finance / Recreation / Sport /

 
 

Frematle’s Boo Park Mountain Bike Trails exceed all expectations

Fremantle’s newest attraction, the Booyeembara Park Mountain Bike Trails is now open and is exceeding everyone’s expectations. The first of its kind in WA, the new…

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May 22, 2023 Design / Environment / Recreation / Sport /

 
 

Paul Szep among Australian changemakers spotlighted during National Volunteer Week 2023

With National Volunteer Week 2023 running from 15th to 21st May, and with volunteers being the backbone of the Australian sports community, Volunteering Australia is highlighting the…

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May 18, 2023 Arts / Environment / Recreation / Sport / Technology /

 
 

Wollongong city Council temporarily closes Helensburgh Mountain Bike Park following asbestos concerns

Wollongong city Council has temporarily closed Helensburgh Mountain Bike Park as a precautionary measure to allow for further investigation into possible asbestos in the makeup of soil…

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May 14, 2023 Environment / Recreation / Safety / Sport /

 
 

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