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Here you’ll find the most up-to-date information and developments from the parks and leisure sector. Our news items are thoughtfully curated and listed in order of their release, ensuring you stay informed about the freshest insights and trends shaping our industry. Check back frequently to discover what’s happening in real-time.

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
Urban Green Infrastructure: A Critical Asset for Liveable Cities
A national push to prioritise Urban Green Infrastructure (UGI) is gaining momentum, with 12 peak industry bodies rallying behind the cause. Together, they represent more than 23,900 professional members and

VIC/TAS The Costs Associated with Designing and Building a Field of Play – WEBINAR RECAP
Parks and Leisure Australia Vic/Tas were thrilled to host a webinar this week in collaboration with our partners SPORTENG exploring the costs associated with designing and building a Field of Play.

NSW/ACT: Plans of Management Webinar Recap
On Tuesday, 11 March 2025, Parks and Leisure Australia NSW/ACT hosted an insightful webinar on Plans of Management, presented by industry expert Sandy Hoy. The session attracted a diverse audience,