'THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE PLACES'

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As the national peak body for 'The People Behind the Places', we support over 2,500 members through the provision of training, professional development, research, advocacy and provide a range of products and services.

CITIES AT PLAY: 2024 PARKS & LEISURE AUSTRALIA CONFERENCE

Early Bird Registrations and Call for Abstracts have opened for the 2024 PLA National Conference, which will be held in Brisbane from 13-16 October 2024.

This event is run by the industry, for the industry and it will give guests the opportunity to meet the people behind the places, and hear insights from those working in parks, leisure, sports and facilities. There will also be learning and professional development opportunities throughout the conference with real-world takeaways and applications.

PLA EVENTS ACROSS THE NATION

NOMINATIONS FOR THE REGIONAL AWARDS OF EXCELLENCE ARE NOW CLOSED

Join us in celebrating the outstanding initiatives and innovative efforts of ‘The People Behind the Places.’

While nominations have closed, we extend our gratitude to all who participated. Stay tuned for updates on the outstanding projects that were submitted!

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BECOME A PLA MEMBER

Our members are ‘The People Behind the Places’ who work across policy, planning and the provision of assets, services, facilities, programs, and research in the parks and leisure sector. Find out how you can join us and access PLA member benefits today!

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Looking for more information specific to your State/Territory? Click on the plus icon over your region of interest and discover the current Executive Officer, connect with our valued Region Sponsors, stay updated on the latest regional news, and never miss out on upcoming Region Events. Your gateway to local insights starts here!

LATEST INDUSTRY NEWS

NATIONAL

The Adelaide Statement – Embrace Innovation

Embrace Innovation: Pioneering Sustainable Parks and Leisure By PLA Advisory members: Lucilla Marshall supported by Dr. John Tower and Stephanie McCallum The Adelaide Statement, a platform born from the collaborative efforts

April 3, 2024

VIC/TAS

Outdoor Fitness Equipment Guidelines Review

Parks and Leisure Australia (Vic/Tas) and Sport and Recreation Victoria are revising the 2018 Outdoor Fitness Equipment Guidelines and are seeking your expertise to inform the project. What? The Guidelines

March 13, 2024

VIC/TAS

EVENT RECAP – Parks Forum + Tour

We were thrilled to celebrate Parks Week last Thursday with a forum exploring the ‘Design and Development of La Trobe Sports Park’ with a facilitated discussion on Parks and Open

March 11, 2024

LEADERS IN THE COMMUNITY

As the national peak body for 'The People Behind the Places', we support over 2,500 members through the provision of training, professional development, research, advocacy and provide a range of products and services.