Parks and Leisure Australia

🌟 Thank you to everyone who submitted entries for this year’s Awards of Excellence! 🎉 Check out the nominees on our website: https://lnkd.in/gSxMM2-k We can’t wait to celebrate the regional winners soon! 🏆 Find your regional awards event here: https://lnkd.in/gyV3rEGb #AwardsOfExcellence

The submission phase for the Awards of Excellence has now closed and judging has commenced! We would like to thank all those who submitted and wish you the best of luck. We also want to thank the judges for volunteering their time to help judge this years awards. We look forward to seeing each of you at your respective region's Awards of Excellence evenings! See when yours is here: https://lnkd.in/gyV3rEGb

We're Hiring! Passionate about the parks and leisure industry? Ready to lead national initiatives and drive strategic projects? This could be your next big opportunity! Join our team as a National Executive Officer. As our National Executive Officer, you’ll: ✅ Develop & deliver professional development programs nationwide ✅ Lead strategic projects that shape the future of PLA ✅ Manage engagement events & build strong industry networks ✅ Provide insightful reporting & analysis to drive impact Who we’re looking for: 📌 Experienced in project management & program delivery 📌 Skilled in leading remote teams & managing events 📌 Strong communicator with attention to detail 📌 Knowledge of the parks and leisure industry? Big plus! If you're ready to make a difference in a dynamic and growing organisation, apply today! Send us your resume + cover letter before COB April 5th 2025. https://lnkd.in/gm5Gdiz2 Parks and Leisure Australia QLD Region Parks and Leisure Australia VIC/TAS Region Parks and Leisure Australia SA/NT Region Parks and Leisure Australia NSW/ACT

🧡 Today marks the start of Harmony Week 2025 | March 17-23 🧡 Harmony Week is a time to celebrate Australia’s cultural diversity and promote inclusiveness, respect, and belonging for all. The theme, “Everyone Belongs,” reminds us that our differences make us stronger. Let’s embrace diversity, wear orange to show our support, and take part in events that bring people together. 🌏 Together, we create a more inclusive Australia. Because everyone belongs. 💛 #HarmonyWeek #EveryoneBelongs #CulturalDiversity

Exciting news! Our autumn edition of the AP&L journal is officially available online. At Parks and Leisure Australia, sustainability matters. While we've gone digital to reduce our environmental impact, rest assured, the content remains just as enriching and informative as ever. Access the journal here: https://lnkd.in/gVvGSaRn Happy reading!

🎉 Exciting News for Our Members! 🎉 We’re celebrating the incredible initiatives of our members by offering TWO FREE TICKETS to our Queensland Awards of Excellence event for all members who submit an award nomination! This event will feature an inspiring workshop with guest speakers, an awards ceremony, and networking drinks—don’t miss out! With the impact of Cyclone Alfred, we’ve extended the Queensland Awards of Excellence submission deadline to COB Friday, March 21 to give everyone more time. Our thoughts are with those affected. 💙 Get your submissions in and claim your free tickets! 🎟️ parksleisure.com.au/awards

🏆 Nominate a Park for the Park of the Year Award! 🌿 Do you know a park that stands out for its vibrant design, successful management, or revitalization? Let’s celebrate these incredible spaces! This award honors excellence in park design and management, showcasing best practices in the industry. ⏳ Nominations close midnight, Sunday 16 March 2025! Don’t miss this chance—your project could qualify for multiple awards across 12 categories! 📩 Submit your nomination here > parksleisure.com.au/awards

🌸 Celebrating Women in Our Industry This #IWD2025 🌸 At PLA, we champion gender diversity every day. But today, on International Women's Day, we take a moment to celebrate all the incredible women who represent the people behind the places—our members and changemakers who make our industry great. Let’s continue to support, uplift, and drive change together. Learn more about how you can make a difference as a PLA member and within the industry here: https://lnkd.in/gh_wK-mJ #IWD2025 #GenderEquity #PeopleBehindThePlaces #ParksAndLeisure

🌱 Happy Parks Week! We are officially underway! 🌱 Join the Guided Forest Therapy Walk by an Accredited Guide with activities to awaken your senses on Wednesday, March 5th. Bookings essential. See event details here: https://lnkd.in/gXbe2E7R Let us know which Parks Week events you have attended or will be attending ⬇

1 Week Extension for Regional Awards of Excellence Nominations! We have heard your voices expressing concerns about getting your submissions in on time. To make sure you have the time to put in the best submission possible, we are allowing an extra week to get them in. Don't miss out on the opportunity to showcase your contributions to our industry. Submit your nomination before midnight on 16 March 2025. https://lnkd.in/gPxn7YPY