Qld launches digital sports venues platform

Queensland has launched a new digital platform where international and interstate teams will be able to tap into the state’s sporting venues.

25 July, 2024

Eight per cent of council assets in poor condition: report

A new report has found eight per cent of council-owned assets are in need of love – and money.

2 July, 2024

Council ordered to pay back $36m state grant

A Sydney council must pay back a $36 million state grant after failing to deliver on plans to build a park, the government says.

9 June, 2024

Interim Games post for former Sunshine Coast CEO

Emma Thomas has been appointed as the Interim CEO of the body tasked with delivering venues for the Brisbane Olympics.

28 May, 2024

Former Sex Discrimination chief to chair sports commission

Former Australian Sex Discrimination Commissioner Kate Jenkins has been appointed as the new Chair of the Australian Sports Commission.

22 May, 2024

Report finds failings all round in Victoria’s Commonwealth Games debacle

Victoria wasted almost $600 million on its bungled Commonwealth Games bid, the auditor has found.

20 March, 2024

Queensland says no to new Olympic stadium

The Queensland government says demolishing the Gabba and building a new Olympic stadium in Brisbane isn’t an option.

19 March, 2024

Resource to guide decision makers in turf wars

The NSW government has released draft guidelines on the use of synthetic turf in public open spaces for feedback.

18 March, 2024

Councils urged to push boundaries with ‘adventurous’ play spaces

Councils are being encouraged to design and deliver more spaces for skate parks, climbing walls, BMX  bike tracks and parkour courses.

27 February, 2024

Municipal monitors appointed at Moonee Valley

Monitors have been appointed at Moonee Valley City Council to help it lift its game.

29 January, 2024

Former Lord Mayor to lead Olympic venues review

Brisbane’s former Lord Mayor will lead a review of venues for the 2032 Olympics, including the Gabba.

21 January, 2024

Council report recommends repurposing golf courses, rooftops as sports fields

A Council-commissioned report suggests repurposing public golf courses for sports.

13 December, 2023

Council scoops prize at Architecture Awards

Blacktown City Council has been recognised for excellence in community development by the Australian Institute of Architects.

12 December, 2023

Qld racing regulator to come under review

The Queensland Racing Integrity Commission will come under review next year.

11 December, 2023