News: Aquatics
Monash Council to install CCTV cameras to monitor Oakleigh Activity Centre
Following a survey that found most community members supported the idea, the City of Monash will install closed-circuit TV (CCTV) cameras to monitor the Oakleigh Activity Centre...
Sep 15, 2021
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Royal Life Saving and National Aquatic Industry Committee provides qualification extensions update
An updated position statement on ongoing reaccreditation and licensing requirements for key aquatic industry positions has been released today by the Royal Life Saving Society -...
Sep 14, 2021
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Alan Coulter Recreation Centre team win Community Aquatic Program of the Year at the Life Saving SA Awards
The team at Alan Coulter Recreation Centre in the South Australian Riverland town of Renmark, have been presented with the Community Aquatic Program of the Year award at this...
Sep 13, 2021
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Aquatic and Recreation Institute charts sector’s roadmap to reopening
The Aquatics and Recreation Institute (ARI) NSW has welcomed the NSW Government’s announcement from Thursday last week that sporting facilities including swimming pools can...
Sep 13, 2021
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AUSTSWIM opens nomination for 2021 Awards of Excellence
Looking to again recognise and celebrate the achievements of outstanding AUSTSWIM Teachers, swim schools, presenters, programs and organisations, nominations are now open for...
Sep 13, 2021
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Tender to be released for $15 million North Bellarine aquatic facility
The City of Greater Geelong is releasing a tender tomorrow inviting submissions for the construction on a new $15 million outdoor aquatic facility in Drysdale, which will be...
Sep 10, 2021
Aquatics
Carlile Swimming mandates staff vaccination
Carlile Swimming has introduced a mandatory vaccination policy for all teaching and customer facing staff, becoming the first learn to swim provider in Australia to do so....
Sep 9, 2021
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Gyms, stadiums and recreation facilities to reopen to fully vaccinated adults as part of NSW's new roadmap to 'freedom'
The Monday after NSW passes the 70% double vaccination target will see stadiums, gyms, aquatic centres, theatres, theme parks and zoos among the venues that can reopen (with...
Sep 9, 2021
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CERM invites industry input to 2021 operational benchmarking survey
CERM Performance Indicators at the University of South Australia is inviting sport, aquatic and leisure centres to be part of its 2021 Operational Management Benchmarking...
Sep 8, 2021
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Naylor Love Canterbury appointed to build new multi-use centre in Christchurch
Christchurch City Council has appointed Naylor Love Canterbury to build Hornby’s new library, customer services, recreation and sport centre designed by architectural firm,...
Sep 8, 2021
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Surf Life Saving NSW releases new report offering beach safety warning ahead of COVID restrictions easing
With an anticipated relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions for NSW over the coming months, Surf Life Saving NSW has today released their 2021 NSW Coastal Safety Report to highlight...
Sep 8, 2021
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Lockdowns contribute to rise in Australian drowning deaths during past year
The Coronavirus pandemic is reported to have been a factor in 20% rise in drowning deaths around Australia in the past year. Newly released research by leading water safety...
Sep 8, 2021
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Water Polo Australia partners with Belgravia Group to promote long-term growth
Water Polo Australia has announced a partnership with Belgravia Group, creating opportunities and benefits for members and enabling long-term participation and business growth...
Sep 7, 2021
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Sports Environment Alliance and YMCA Victoria announce new partnership project
Aiming to engage the YMCA Victoria community in identifying environmental strengths, gaps and opportunities, while also looking to build a sustainable path towards a future, the...
Sep 7, 2021
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Fitness Australia launches dedicated Aqua Exercise Instructor registration
Fitness Australia has advised that it has created an independent registration category for Aqua Exercise Instructors allowing members that meet the registration requirements to...
Sep 6, 2021
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90% of aquatic facility owners, operators and staff heading towards becoming fully vaccinated
Royal Life Saving Society - Australia (RLSSA) has revealed the result of a poll that it has undertaken on COVID-19 vaccination within the national aquatic industry, which shows:...
Sep 6, 2021
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Lockdown sees cancellation of ARV and AFIC conferences along with HSBC Sydney Sevens and Australian Masters Games
Ongoing Coronavirus lockdowns in NSW and Victoria and their impact on other states have seen announcements on the cancellation of events and industry conferences over recent...
Sep 6, 2021
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Queensland Aquatic Industry Alliance reports on success over past 18 months
An update from the Queensland Aquatic Industry Alliance (QAIA) has advised how it has worked continuously with the Queensland Government during the Coronavirus crisis to ensure...
Sep 5, 2021
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Wibit installs world's largest inflatable aquatic play park in Saudi Arabia
Leading inflatable water play products company, Wibit Sports, has installed the world’s largest floating park, the ‘Saudi-Arabia’-TAG with a capacity of 700 people at Pure Beach...
Sep 5, 2021
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Waterparks
Dawn Fraser Baths to open this week offering relief during Sydney’s COVID lockdown
The newly refurbished Dawn Fraser Baths will open to Sydney's Inner West population this Wednesday following the issuing of a public health order specifically allowing the...
Sep 5, 2021
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400 delegates from 20 countries dial in to Australian Swim Schools Association’s 2021 Conference
More than 400 delegates from 20 countries connected with the Australian Swim Schools Association’s 2021 Conference last week as what had been planned as in-person conference...
Sep 2, 2021
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Fluidra continues global expansion with acquisition of S.R.Smith
Fluidra S.A., the Spanish listed global leader in aquatic facility and wellness equipment and connected solutions, has announced its acquisition of S.R.Smith, the US-based...
Sep 2, 2021
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City of Mandurah investigates cause of Aquatic and Recreation Centre’s roof damage
Investigations have commenced into the impacts and cause of roof damage at the Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre. Identified in late May, the roof damage, above the...
Sep 2, 2021
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Australian Swim Schools Association presents 2021 Hall of Fame and National Excellence Awards
The Australian Swim Schools Association has announced the recipients of its 2021 Hall of Fame and National Excellence Awards - with City Venue Management Chief Executive Reece...
Sep 1, 2021
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