City councils
Plymouth City Council is set to implement a three-year public spaces protection order (PSPO) in nine car parks across the city to curb anti-social behaviour, including alcohol and drug use, intimidation, and public disturbance caused by motorbikes racing. The move follows a consultation where 94% of respondents supported the proposed
Parks
New Zealand's Eden Park has been a fortress for the All Blacks, with 48 victories and two draws over the past 29 years. The last time the hosts lost a match at the venue was in 1994. This run is set to be tested on Saturday as South
Festivals
A budget estimates hearing in Western Australia's parliament has brought to light allegations of greenwashing by the Kings Park board, who deny receiving a $200,000 donation from US miner Alcoa, a company accused of damaging the region's jarrah forests. Renowned horticulturalist Sabrina Hahn questioned the
City councils
Plans to charge motorists to park at Birmingham's Bracebridge beauty spot have been met with anger from a local restaurant owner. Sam Morgan, CEO of Open Restaurant Group, has condemned the council's proposal to turn a car park into a paid parking area, citing concerns for
Festivals
As the dust settles on the iconic Leeds Festival, a dedicated army of volunteers embarks on a mission to give waste a second chance. Organized by Festival Republic, the salvage operation is a testament to the power of community spirit, with volunteers working tirelessly to collect and redistribute reusable items
City councils
Brighton & Hove City Council and the UK Government have announced that the padel and tennis facilities at Hove Beach Park, operated by Game4Padel, have seen consistently high usage rates since their opening in December 2024. With an average weekly usage of 97% since March 2025, the four padel courts
City councils
The Rose Garden Cafe in Sheffield's Graves Park has been saved from demolition after a public outcry, and the Rose Garden Cafe Partnership has submitted a plan to the council's charity trustee sub-committee to restore the building in four phases. The partnership, made up of representatives
Festivals
As part of the 27th Cirandas Festival in Manacapuru, Amazonas, the Amazonas Sanitation Company (Cosama) has set up a hydration station to provide treated water and biodegradable cups to attendees. The initiative aims to ensure the supply of quality water to participants, promoting good health and hydration. Over 50,000
City councils
Sheffield City Council has issued its second enforcement notice on a Bank Park-operated car park this month, and has ordered the company to close its site on Ecclesall Road. The company has been operating without planning permission since March 2023, and has now been told to shut down by May
Festivals
As public comment closes on the independent scrutiny of US miner Alcoa's operations in the northern jarrah forests, the company's alleged $200,000 donation to Perth's iconic Kings Park has been drawn into allegations of greenwashing. The donation, which the state government claimed it
City councils
The much-anticipated expansion of Roundhay Park's concert capacity to nearly 70,000 people has left the city's music enthusiasts abuzz. While the prospect of attracting international superstars and the economic boost it brings is thrilling, concerns about traffic congestion, noise complaints, and the potential impact on
Festivals
The brand-new Graves Park Food and Drink Festival is gearing up to make its inaugural debut this weekend (August 30-31) in Graves Park, Sheffield, promising a diverse festival programme with entertainment spanning the entire weekend. Festival Director Michael Johnston has confirmed that guests can expect live entertainment, family activities, and
