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VIC/TAS 2025 Conference RECAP
Thanks to our 2025 partners for their support We returned stronger than ever, heading to CENTREPIECE at the iconic Olympic Park in the heart of Melbourne for our 2025 Regional

VIC/TAS 2025 Awards of Excellence Winners
Following a fantastic evening at the Parks and Leisure Australia VIC/TAS Regional Awards of Excellence gala dinner at CENTREPIECE, we’re excited to reveal the 2025 winners across our 11 award

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