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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.
VIC/TAS Behind The Places: Council Participation & Communities Forum – RECAP
On Tuesday 19 May, Parks & Leisure Vic/Tas hosted the first knowledge sharing forum for councils and organisations in the sport and active recreation sector across Melbourne. With over 50
PLA QLD Awards of Excellence | Save the date | Friday 31st July
Join us for the 2026 Parks and Leisure Australia Queensland Awards of Excellence, the premier celebration of innovation, leadership, and outstanding achievement across the parks, leisure, and recreation industry. As

PLA NSW/ACT Awards of Excellence – book a table now and save
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the 2026 Parks and Leisure Australia NSW/ACT Awards of Excellence Gala Dinner , the premier celebration of innovation, leadership, and achievement across the
QLD Leisure Planners Course – speaker line up
Looking to build a career in sport and recreation planning? The PLAQLD Leisure Planners Course is your gateway to developing the skills, confidence, and practical knowledge needed to succeed in

Launch | A Sporting Chance: Why Sydney needs a rethink on sport
Sport and active recreation are so deeply entwined in the way we live in Sydney, such critical constituencies for political power and influence, and so plainly visible in daily life,

PLA NSW/ACT Conference workshops – Monday 11th May
AI and how it can be applied in real world planning for open space and recreation facilities, Stephen Yarwood Join Stephen Yarwood for an engaging session exploring how artificial intelligence
