Safety is a cornerstone of any successful playground – but research proves that an appropriate level of thrill and risk motivates children to visit, stay and return to play areas and improve physical activity. Children and tweens crave challenge, and risky playgrounds with sufficiently thrilling play equipment can mean the difference between a beloved, well-used […]
Sports Technology represents the exciting fusion of sports and cutting-edge technology, revolutionising stadiums, infrastructure, data science, home fitness, wellbeing, and a lot more. In the lead up to the 2032 Games, the Queensland Government is helping to connect the local Sports Tech community and build up the sector in Queensland. This webinar will provide an […]
Cost: FREE for PLA Members, $25 Non-members Join Ella Angarane, Recreation and Open Space Planner at Bass Coast Shire Council, to explore the Guide Park Regional Playspace and discuss how the project was brought to life. Winner of the Parks and Leisure Australia (Vic/Tas) Playspace Award (>$0.5M) for 2023, the space draws upon extensive community consultation with elements […]
Join us as we explore the issues and challenges with mountain biking in urban parks including national parks. Professor Catherine Pickering from the School of Environment and Science at Griffith University will share insights from the latest research examining the complexities around protecting natural environments whilst also providing opportunities for active recreation. Across cities in […]
Join us as we hear from Professor Ruth Jeanes and Associate Professor Justen O'Connor from the School of Curriculum, Teaching and Inclusive Education within the Faculty of Education at Monash University, as they discuss the latest report from their research, 'Informal Sport as a Health and Social Resource'. Key Takeaways Gain knowledge of the evidence base demonstrating the […]
Creating a Future of Inclusivity, Fairness, and Equity Webinar: 1 November 2023 Collective Leisure, a certified social enterprise (business for good), focuses on reducing health inequity with a systems-aware, complexity-informed approach, guided by their purpose, "enabling well-being without boundaries." They lead WSYD Moving, a whole of system initiative to enable more active lives in Western […]
Realising the potential of interactive public water features through best practise design. Water has the power to enthrall and fascinate an audience and has long been an integral part of our recreational spaces. As a precious resource, we are responsible to our community and coming generations for its sustainable and future-focussed use. To highlight the […]
Proudly brought to you in partnership with Come along and hear from leading solar lighting providers Leadsun as they discuss their research on the role public lighting plays in supporting safety, accessibility and equity in our public spaces. The webinar will examine evidence supporting the critical need for appropriate lighting in public spaces, with a […]
With a growing population we need to not only deliver more green field spaces to meet the needs of the community sport and recreation use but also maximise the carrying capacity of existing sports fields. However, there are challenges for Councils to deliver and managing these spaces to make them suitable for play all year […]
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 […]
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 […]
