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Designing safer public streets Public streets play a huge role in determining public safety. Policy makers from across the globe have seen better urban street design lead to a decrease in road accidents and casualties, creating happier, healthier cities. Here are three key elements for designing safer public streets that all public administrators should consider.…

Four ways to grow your sports club  Have a team for everybody If there’s one thing Australians love, it’s sport. Apart from the obvious benefits to players (like keeping people fit and healthy, learning about teamwork and trying your best), one of the biggest benefits of sports clubs is how they bring the community together.…

Why invest in Australian made outdoor furniture? Outdoor furniture plays a large role in creating comfortable and serene environments that encourage relaxation, conversation, and rest. While it can be tempting to source outdoor furniture cheaply from overseas, when it comes to quality, you can’t get much better than Australian made. Let’s take a look at…

How to make getting to school safer All parents and teachers want their kids to be safe and happy at school. Making sure children travel safely to and from school is an important first step in creating a positive learning environment for children. Here are four ways to make travelling to school safer for children.…

How to get the most value for your organisation by spending your budget before the end of financial year At the end of each financial year, many schools and local council administrators are left with the responsibility of spending remaining budget. Choosing what to invest this money in is often a difficult task, with a…

Encouraging the community to go to parks in winter If the combination of shorter days and chilly weather make it hard to get out of bed, never mind outdoors, you’re not alone. Many parks in Australia are geared towards keeping people cool in the scorching summer months. But what about the winter? With temperatures plunging…

How to create an active sports hub for the entire community Whether it’s on the field or on the track, for competition or for a bit of fun, sport is an essential part of Australian culture and identity. Sport brings communities together, unites people of different backgrounds and teaches children valuable lessons about teamwork and…

Three ways you can reduce litter in the schoolyard Schools need to be litter-free environments for students to learn and grow. Cleaner playgrounds create clearer minds, enhancing children’s happiness and connection with nature. Even more importantly, when children are taught from an early age not to litter, they become more respectful of the environment and…

Why bike-friendly communities are better communities With more cars on our roads, increased pollution and the soaring cost of living, keeping our cities lively and livable as Australia’s population grows is a challenge. Research shows that urban communities with good bike facilities have stronger economies, healthier, happier people and better qua­lity of life. Plus, Australian…

Felton appointed to the NSW Local Government Procurement Panel (LGP) Felton Industries is pleased to announce that we have recently been appointed as an approved supplier for Local Government Procurement (LGP). The LGP is a resource that allows local councils to access the best products from a panel of suppliers, without the need to conduct…

Outdoor spaces – an untapped resource for Australian universities Australian campuses are expanding, with more students at our universities in 2018 than ever before. This growth poses a challenge for many institutions, with current infrastructure being pushed to accommodate more students. While this growth is likely to involve further planning and development in the future,…

Inclusive school environments We learn far more at school than just our ABC’s and 123’s. The social interactions we have with our peers in our formative schooling years influence how we communicate, interact and feel about others and ourselves, well into adulthood. This is why schools need to be as supportive and inclusive socially as…

Creating Greener Parks For Sustainable Communities When local governments invest more resources into environmental sustainability, the rest of the community tends to follow suit. Parks are a free and open space for us to relax, play, exercise and connect, both with our community and also with nature. This makes them a great starting point for…

Thinking outside the classroom According to government research, children who spend more time outside learn better and have stronger physical and mental health. They’re also more likely to be environmentally aware, with an enhanced sense of creativity, better teamwork and problem-solving skills. Most of Australia is blessed with a warm climate, minimal rainfall and low…

A shaded community is a safer community From cricket in the park to barbeques in the yard, the outdoors is a big part of our national identity. Yet sadly, with a hole in the ozone layer directly above us, Australia receives some of the most dangerous sunrays on the planet. The ozone is supposed to…