Countdown to 100 Years of PLA Celebration
Inspired by the Past, Visions for the Future: 2025 PARKS & LEISURE AUSTRALIA CONFERENCE
Previous Organisation Names
- Victorian TreePlanters Association (VTA) (1926–55)
- Institute of Park Administration of Victoria (IPAV) (1955–62)
- Institute of Parks Administration of South Australia (IPASA) (1956–62)
- Australian Institute of Park Administration (AIPA) (1962–66) and Australian Institute of Parks and Recreation (AIPR) (1966–77)
- Royal Australian Institute of Parks and Recreation (RAIPR) (1977–98)
- Australian Leisure Institute (ALI) (1993–98), preceded by the Municipal Recreation Officers Association of Victoria (1980–85) and Local Government Recreation Association of Victoria (1985–93)
- Parks and Leisure Australia (PLA) (1998 – present day)
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As the national peak body for 'The People Behind the Places', we support over 2,500 members through the provision of training, professional development, research, advocacy and provide a range of products and services.
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BECOME A PLA MEMBER
Our members are ‘The People Behind the Places’ who work across policy, planning and the provision of assets, services, facilities, programs, and research in the parks and leisure sector. Find out how you can join us and access PLA member benefits today!
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Looking for more information specific to your State/Territory? Click on the plus icon over your region of interest and discover the current Executive Officer, connect with our valued Region Sponsors, stay updated on the latest regional news, and never miss out on upcoming Region Events. Your gateway to local insights starts here!
LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS
Victorian Sustainable Mountain Bike Trails Summit – RECAP
On Wednesday 8th October, organisers PLA (VicTas), Outdoors Victoria, and Blue Sky Trails hosted the inaugural Victorian Sustainable Mountain Bike Trails Summit. This landmark event, supported by AusCycling and Box Hill Institute,
Office of Sport joins PLA NSW/ACT as Sponsor
Parks and Leisure Australia (PLA) NSW/ACT is delighted to welcome the NSW Office of Sport as a sponsor of our Region. The Office of Sport plays a pivotal role in
NSW/ACT: Smart Regional Spaces Webinar Recap
🌱 Webinar Recap: Smart Regional Spaces – Ready, Set, Go! Regional councils face unique challenges when it comes to adopting smart technologies. That’s why PLA NSW/ACT hosted our latest webinar
OUR NATIONAL PARTNERS
CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NATIONAL FINALISTS!
Join us in celebrating the outstanding initiatives and innovative efforts of ‘The People Behind the Places.’
Congratulations to our regional winners and national finalists! Find out who our National Finalists are and learn more about the outstanding projects across the nation. The winners will be announced on 15 October in Brisbane at our Awards of Excellence Gala, following our National Conference. Best of luck to all finalists!
