Events

Waterlogged Sporting Fields – Webinar

Virtual Event Virtual Event

NSW/ACT look forward to joining SportENG as they lead an informative webinar focused on addressing the waterlogging issues affecting fields of play and discuss preventive measures or solutions.Explore the common issues causing waterlogging, such as poor drainage and heavy usage.Learn about the effective solutions to enhance field resilience: turf management plans, including site assessments, stormwater […]

Free – $25.00

VIC/TAS Webinar AusPlay Data: Changes to methods and reporting

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Join us and Gary Rauber, Assistant Director at the Australian Sports Commission, as we dive into the world of AusPlay Data. Australia’s national sport and physical activity survey, AusPlay, is undergoing its biggest change since it was launched in 2015. Whilst the survey continues to collect a wealth of information on participation to inform strategy […]

Free – $25.00

NSW/ACT: Evolving Public Spaces: Integrating Health, Resilience, and Equity

Webinar - NSW/ACT NSW, Australia
Virtual Event Virtual Event

Aren't able to join the PLA National Conference in Brisbane? Have a chance to hear from one of their keynote speakers Mitchell Silver, at our upcoming webinar! Our event kicks off with our keynote speaker, Mitchell Silver, former commissioner for the New York City Parks Department who will share insights from his lifelong experiences and […]

$25.00 – $45.00

VIC/TAS WEBINAR: Nature Play and Child Wellbeing

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Join us in celebration of Children's Week 2024 as we host a webinar exploring the benefits of Nature Play and the critical role it plays in supporting children's social and emotional wellbeing. Hear from Dr Kristel Alla and Dr Mandy Truong from the Australian Institute of Family Studies as they discuss their recently released paper […]

Free – $25.00

SA/NT Do you know who is using your Recreation Spaces? Employing technology to understand usage

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Join PLA SA/NT as we explore ways of using different technologies to address specific usage questions you may have at your recreation sites, and how usage data can assist decision making for future planning and activation. Hear how City of Darwin is trialling the use of different digital counting solutions, and analysis of the data […]

Free – $25.00

Event Series Trails of the Future

NSW/ACT: Trails of the Future Webinar Session 1

Virtual Event Virtual Event

There is growing pressure on our natural environment as more people are seeking connection to nature. Land managers are being challenged to develop trails, manage existing trails as formal assets, and make decisions that balance the needs of the trail users, conservation and cultural sensitivities. This two - week online series of webinars shine a […]

Free – $15.00
Event Series Trails of the Future

NSW/ACT: Trails of the Future Webinar Session 2

Virtual Event Virtual Event

There is growing pressure on our natural environment as more people are seeking connection to nature. Land managers are being challenged to develop trails, manage existing trails as formal assets, and make decisions that balance the needs of the trail users, conservation and cultural sensitivities. This two - week online series of webinars shine a […]

Free – $15.00

VIC/TAS Tree-Friendly Pavements: How Porous Lane Provides More Sustainable Assets and Healthier Trees in Parklands

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Join Parks and Leisure VIC/TAS and the team at Porous Lane as we host a webinar exploring their state-of-the-art pavement technology developed via research undertaken in collaboration with the University of Melbourne.  Porous Lane's innovative permeable pavement has been adopted by numerous councils to support sustainable infrastructure, particularly in parklands and around trees. Made from […]

Free – $25.00

WA AusPlay Data: Changes to methods and reporting

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Join Parks and Leisure Australia WA and Gary Rauber, Assistant Director at the Australian Sports Commission, as we dive into the world of AusPlay Data. Australia’s national sport and physical activity survey, AusPlay, is undergoing its biggest change since it was launched in 2015. Whilst the survey continues to collect a wealth of information on […]

Free – $25.00

Parks for Everyone: Encouraging Physical Activity in Parks

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Date: Monday 03 March 2025 Time: 12:00 AEDT (1hr) Cost: Free Event Online To celebrate Parks Week 2025, PLA is bringing in the industry experts to host a free webinar on the topic of physical activity in parks. Featuring Pazit Levinger (National Ageing Research Institute), Cathy Kiss (City of Melbourne), and Mark Chatman (KOMPAN Australia), […]

Free

NSW/ACT: Plans of Management Webinar

Virtual Event Virtual Event

I have been asked to prepare a Plan of Management… What do I do now? 🗓 Date: Tuesday, 11 March 2025 🕚 Time: 11:00 AM AEDT 📍 Online Webinar Whether you're new to preparing Plans of Management (PoMs) or have years of experience, this webinar will provide valuable insights to streamline the process. Join Sandy […]

$15.00 – $45.00

NSW/ACT: From Flood to Field: Restoring Play Spaces After Extreme Weather

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Date: Tuesday, 8 April 2025Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM AESTLocation: Online (Teams)Cost: FreeAbout the WebinarFollowing Cyclone Alfred and the widespread flooding across NSW and QLD, many sporting fields and community play spaces have been left waterlogged, damaged, and unusable. Parks and Leisure Australia NSW/ACT and SPORTENG are offering this free, expert-led webinar to help […]

Free