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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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SA/NT 2025 Gather Round Behind the Scenes | SANFL Facilities Forum – RECAP
SANFL in partnership with Parks & Leisure Australia and The Barossa Council were thrilled to present the Gather Round Behind the Scenes | SANFL Facilities Forum on Thursday 10 April 2025
NSW/ACT: From Flood to Field Recap
🌱 Webinar Recap: From Flood to Field – Restoring Play Spaces After Extreme Weather In the wake of Cyclone Alfred and the extensive flooding across NSW and QLD, Parks and
VIC/TAS Melbourne Park Manager Forum Bayside – RECAP
The Melbourne Park Managers Forum (MPMF) was thrilled to host the recent Park Managers Forum and Site Tour at Bayside City Council. Park managers and senior management staff from a
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CITIES AT PLAY: 2024 PARKS & LEISURE AUSTRALIA CONFERENCE
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!