News: Aquatics
Active Manningham program delivers life-saving water safety skills to CaLD adults
Manningham Council has reported on the success of a program providing life-saving water safety skills to adults from its multicultural community who have little or no swimming...
Apr 17, 2025
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Community feedback sees Ulladulla Leisure Centre to remain open on Sundays
Shoalhaven City Council has advised that following a meeting on 15th April, Councillors - having taken into consideration a petition signed by more than 706 residents, the...
Apr 16, 2025
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Aquatics
URBNSURF Melbourne marks fifth anniversary
URBNSURF Melbourne has officially turned five with the celebration acknowledging the spectacular success of the park, which has operated for 1,559 days, welcomed more than...
Apr 15, 2025
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City Venue Management names Glen Heidke as Chief Commercial Officer
City Venue Management (CVM) has announced the strengthening of its leadership team with the appointment of Glen Heidke as Chief Commercial Officer. Part of CVM’s ongoing...
Apr 14, 2025
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Aquatics
Draft designs unveiled for proposed $40 million redevelopment of Mount Druitt Swimming Centre
Blacktown City Council has unveiled draft designs of the proposed $40.6 million redevelopment for Mount Druitt Swimming Centre, funded by the NSW Government's Western Sydney...
Apr 14, 2025
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Inswim launches clear acrylic learn-to-swim platform
Inswim Director Steven Bricknell has advised of the launch of a clear acrylic learn-to-swim platform to assist teachers in minimising the risk to swimmers. Compliant with Royal...
Apr 14, 2025
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Bright Pool Services named as interim managers for Peakhurst West Swimming Pool
Bright Pool Services has been selected as the interim management team for the Peakhurst West Swimming Pool, located on the grounds of the Peakhurst West Public School in Sydney....
Apr 13, 2025
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Aquatics
Maytronics Australia announces new leadership team following Focus Products acquisition
Following its successful recent acquisition of Focus Products, Maytronics Australia has unveiled its new leadership team members bringing together a wealth of industry...
Apr 13, 2025
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Students from remote schools benefit from in-term lessons at Balgo Swimming Pool
Over the past six months, children from three remote Western Australian schools have been diving into fun and lifesaving swimming lessons at the Balgo Remote Swimming Pool. Run...
Apr 13, 2025
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Concepts for aquatic centre, new outdoor stage and Ferris wheel revealed for Canberra's Commonwealth Park
The National Capital Authority (NCA) has released a vision for the renewal of Canberra’s Commonwealth Park, which includes an aquatic centre to replace the city’s ageing Olympic...
Apr 11, 2025
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Parks
Penrith City Council to sponsor ICF 2025 International Canoe Slalom Championships
Penrith City Council has announced its sponsorship of the 2025 International Canoe Federation (ICF) Canoe Slalom World Championships to be held at Penrith Whitewater Stadium on...
Apr 11, 2025
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Fremantle Leisure Centre's 50 metre pool scheduled to close for repairs
The Fremantle Leisure Centre's 50-metre pool will close from mid-June 2025 to allow for major repairs with the City of Fremantle advising that, in order to minimise the impact...
Apr 11, 2025
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Fitness
Auckland Council advises of ‘new era’ for city’s aquatic and recreation centres
Transitioning to new contracts for the management of its aquatic and recreation centres as of 1st April, Auckland Council has advised that the change represents a “new era” for...
Apr 10, 2025
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UNSW researchers call for more education on dangers of ocean rip currents
A 20 year study of drowning deaths at Australian beaches due to rip currents has found a small reduction in the deaths of men, but little change to the total number of people...
Apr 10, 2025
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Sydney’s Inner west Council commences major renovation of Leichhardt Pool
The first stage of works on the major Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre renovation is underway with Sydney’s Inner West Council Mayor Darcy Byrne noting "this is the biggest...
Apr 9, 2025
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Play
La Trobe University research suggests actions to attract and retain women officials in community sport
La Trobe University research, funded by the Victorian Government’s Office for Women in Sport and Recreation program, has found systemic challenges made women officials feel...
Apr 9, 2025
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Diving industry supports more urgent action from government on climate impact
Divers, snorkellers and marine tourism operators are witnessing firsthand the changes to reef health. Climate action has been largely absent from election campaigns. That's why...
Apr 9, 2025
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Environment
Waterco achieves coveted listing on the ASX All Ordinaries Index
Waterco Limited has reached a significant milestone, securing its place among Australia’s top 500 publicly listed companies with its inclusion in the prestigious All Ordinaries...
Apr 9, 2025
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Aquatics
IXOM continues support for Royal Life Saving WA's Remote Pools program
IXOM has strengthened its commitment to water safety in remote communities in Western Australia’s Pilbara by formalising a long-standing sponsorship agreement with Royal Life...
Apr 8, 2025
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Swim and Survive partners celebrate NT Government funded school swimming and water safety program
Royal Life Saving is today hosting over 20 key Swim and Survive partners to celebrate the end of term one for the Northern Territory Government funded school swimming and water...
Apr 8, 2025
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World Aquatics marks International Day of Sport for Development and Peace
Acknowledging that sport has the power to bring people together, to break down barriers and create positive social change, World Aquatics has celebrated its input to...
Apr 8, 2025
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APOLA partnership sees growth of annual conference to cover wider elements of local government coastal safety
Counting down to its 2025 annual conference, the Australian Professional Ocean Lifeguard Association Incorporated (APOLA) has partnered with the Randwick City Council and the...
Apr 7, 2025
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Report shows the positive impact of community pools in remote regions
A new report has highlighted the critical role of community pools in remote communities in Western Australia - providing a range of benefits including water safety education,...
Apr 7, 2025
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Alice Williams appointed to Swimming Australia Board
Swimming Australia has announced Alice Williams as an Appointed Director to the Swimming Australia Board for a three-year term following ratification by Members of the Board...
Apr 7, 2025
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Aquatics