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Gain the edge: managing sport facilities and venues*
Australia’s second largest city, Melbourne was recently named the ‘world’s top city for sports events’ by London based consulting and research firm ArkSports. Building on…
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Campbelltown engages youth in local activities
South Australia’s Campbelltown City Council has developed an innovative program to overcome a perceived lack of recreational opportunities and age relevant things to do for…
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From mining town to community
In recent years, the former Duaringa Shire Council, which is now part of Central Highlands Regional Council in the Capricornia region of Queensland, implemented a…
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Peace of mind at the touch of a button*
Safety Link provides a reliable and efficient 24 hour national personal response service that links clients with family, friends or emergency services in times of…
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Measuring the performance of pools and leisure centres
Yardstick is a benchmarking project, focused on parks and recreation activities. It collects and compares a range of information relating to the provision of services,…
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Derwent Valley simulates road safety
Derwent Valley Council in southern Tasmania has developed an educational bike track for children, providing a long lasting facility for community enjoyment, exercise and education.…
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Alternative vehicle solutions*
With so many different brand names available in the market place today for electric golf car style vehicles it is very difficult to decide exactly…
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Waterways Audit and Signage project identifies risks
Meander Valley Council is the first council in Tasmania to undertake a comprehensive audit of its reserve areas, with particular reference to known swimming areas.…
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Health ratings for trails
The City of Albany on the southern coast of Western Australia is identifying walk trails with health ratings, thanks to a $20,000 grant from the…
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The beginning of the end of frustrating trimming*
If great trimming is what you are after, look no further than Curagul Stud. Its CHAMP II Multi Line Brushcutter Replacement Head is an innovative,…
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Free translating and interpreting services*
Do you need help communicating with non-English speakers? The Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) provides the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) for people…
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Enhancing quality of life
Northern Territory’s Wagait Shire Council residents are saving money on cost of living expenses and experiencing better quality of life, thanks to the development of…
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