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We work towards developing and supporting the Parks & Leisure sector by providing a wide array of member benefits

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Our members are diverse, with individual needs, priorities and desired levels of support.

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PLA has provided me a wealth of opportunities to meet and collaborate with other open space and recreation professionals eager to share their knowledge and has also allowed me to share my ideas in a cooperative and safe environment.

Louise, Consultant

It's important to keep up with new technology and techniques in managing Parks & Open Spaces and hear from industry leading operators about how we can do things more environmentally friendly and effectively. I also enjoy the networking and meeting people from the different organisations. It keeps me fresh and motivated to improve things.

Jason, Manager, Hume City Council

I have found the seminars and conferences run by PLA have provided a vehicle to create friendships and professional affiliations amongst the membership from as close as the adjoining council to as far away as interstate and overseas.

Fiona, Advisor, Office of Sport

PLA has provided me a wealth of opportunities to meet and collaborate with other open space and recreation professionals eager to share their knowledge and has also allowed me to share my ideas in a cooperative and safe environment.

Louise, Consultant


It's important to keep up with new technology and techniques in managing Parks & Open Spaces and hearing from industry leading operators about how we can do things more environmentally friendly and effectively. I also enjoy the networking and meeting people from the different organisations. It keeps me fresh and motivated to improve things.

Jason, Manager, Hume City Council

I have found the seminars and conferences run by PLA have provided a vehicle to create friendships and professional affiliations amongst the membership from as close as the adjoining council to as far away as interstate and overseas.

Fiona, Advisor, Office of Sport

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2018 National Award Winners

Playspace Award (>$0.5M)
  • Playspace Award (>$0.5M)
  • Botanic Gardens & Centennial Parklands, NSW/ACT
  • The Ian Potter Children's WILD PLAY Garden
Major Event of the Year
  • Major Event of the Year
  • Cumberland Council, NSW/ACT
  • Sydney Cherry Blossom Festival
Park of the Year Award NSW/ACT
  • North Sydney Council
  • Park of the Year Award NSW/ACT
  • Coal Loader Platform

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20 Sep 2021 3:45 pm
We are proud that we can bring everyone together, to celebrate the National Awards of Excellence, with presentations to all winners. There is no charge to join this virtual gala event at 3pm-5pm on Friday 26 November and we encourage anyone involved in the industry to join us. We look forward to seeing you online, to celebrate the achievements of our incredible industry.

Register for the Awards of Excellence here 👉 https://bit.ly/3kcx6gj
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17 Sep 2021 11:43 am
We are incredibly excited to announce Chris Nunes CPRE, as our day 2 keynote speaker at PLA2021. Chris, who will be joining us live from the USA, is the Director of Parks and Recreation for The Woodlands Township, Texas and a recipient of numerous awards and accolades. We can't wait to connect with Chris for his incredible insight and knowledge.
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We look forward to connecting with you on the Virtual Park Bench - 23-24 November 2021. To see the full conference details and register 👉 https://bit.ly/3fRM6ys
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