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PLA NSW/ACT Region Conference | SAVE THE DATE | 10-12 May | Orange
Our conference is powerful mix of meaningful networking, reconnecting with old friends while making new ones, and the strong sense of camaraderie across the industry. It’s a place where real-life

PLA NSW/ACT Conference – call for abstracts now open!
Have you got an idea that’s shaping the future of parks and leisure? This is your moment. Join us in Orange, NSW, 10–12 May 2026 for the PLA NSW/ACT Conference

Urban Greening Strategy
Today, the State Government released the Urban Greening Strategy for Whadjuk / Perth and Bindjareb / Peel. Read the Urban Green Strategy The Strategy marks the start of Let’s Grow,

WA 2025 Awards of Excellence Winners
Following a fantastic conclusion to the 2025 Parks and Leisure Australia (PLA) WA Region Conference, we are proud to announce last year’s WA Awards of Excellence winners. Held at Pan

Victorian Sustainable Mountain Bike Trails Summit – RECAP
On Wednesday 8th October, organisers PLA (VicTas), Outdoors Victoria, and Blue Sky Trails hosted the inaugural Victorian Sustainable Mountain Bike Trails Summit. This landmark event, supported by AusCycling and Box Hill Institute,

Office of Sport joins PLA NSW/ACT as Sponsor
Parks and Leisure Australia (PLA) NSW/ACT is delighted to welcome the NSW Office of Sport as a sponsor of our Region. The Office of Sport plays a pivotal role in
