News: Aquatics
Prime Minister Scott Morrison pledges extra funds for Surf Life Saving across Australia
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has today announced that the Federal Government is provide $9.7 million in additional funding to Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA)....
Feb 19, 2021
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Queensland theme parks cut opening hours as guest numbers decline
With the park summer season now over and continued uncertainty over interstate travel, some of south east Queensland’s major theme parks are reducing their opening hours. With...
Feb 19, 2021
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American Wave Machines reveal near completion of Surf Stadium Japan facility
American Wave Machines, Inc. has announced that construction of its PerfectSwell artificial wave pool is approaching completion at Surf Stadium Japan. Located in the beach and...
Feb 18, 2021
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New 50 metre outdoor pool at Lane Cove Aquatic Leisure Centre proves popular since spring reopening
Opened in October last year, the new 50 metre outdoor pool at the Lane Cove Aquatic Leisure Centre on Sydney’s North Shore has proved a popular addition to the facility through...
Feb 18, 2021
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Fans to return to Australian Open and indoor fitness and sport to resume as Victoria lifts Coronavirus lockdown
With the Victorian Government announced the end of its five-day lockdown fans will be able to return for the concluding days of the Australian Open while indoor fitness,...
Feb 17, 2021
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JUMP! Swim Schools report strong start to 2021
The national network of Belgravia Group owned JUMP! Swim Schools has reported a very strong start for 2021 following a challenging year for the entire industry due to COVID...
Feb 16, 2021
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SwimDesk expands software functionality for swim schools
Software provider SwimDesk has announced the expansion of functionality for their widely used swim school management solution. The events of 2020, which included several months...
Feb 16, 2021
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With Councillor admitting ‘no swimming pool in Perth makes money’ City of Bayswater commits to aquatic centre upgrade
The City of Bayswater is to borrow more money to ensure its Bayswater Waves aquatic does not “rot” or close down. Councillors voted 9-1 at a meeting last month to endorse an...
Feb 15, 2021
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Plans underway for aquatic sensory experience at Christchurch’s Metro Sports Facility
Plans for a high-tech aquatic sensory experience are underway at Christchurch City Council’s Metro Sports Facility. The Aquatic Sensory Experience will offer innovative...
Feb 14, 2021
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Australia's Anti Wave marks 50 years of aquatic innovation
2021 will be a significant year for top aquatic equipment supplier Anti Wave Global, marking 50 years since company founder, Anti Kajlich, designed and patented a Water Polo...
Feb 14, 2021
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Summer promotion sees Timaru District community facilities attract record attendances
Timaru District Council has advised that its community facilities have seen record attendances over summer, boosted by its 'Sunsational' promotion. Created with young families...
Feb 14, 2021
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Yellowbox installs smart locker system at BlueFit-managed Mosman Swim Centre
Mosman Swim Centre has completed the installation of new Yellowbox self-serve smart lockers, as part of a $2 million refurbishment of its new pool, change room and facilities....
Feb 14, 2021
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Queensland Academy of Sport swimmers fine-tune training for the Tokyo Olympics
Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) swimmers have been fine-tuning their training at Swimming Australia National Event Camps on the Gold Coast over the past 10 days. Nine...
Feb 12, 2021
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Inability to secure insurance forces closure of Barra Fun Park in Townsville
The Barra Fun Park in Townsville has closed its doors after 20 years of operation after failing to find an insurer prepared to renew its public liability insurance. The popular...
Feb 12, 2021
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Amazon enters Australian live streaming market with Swimming Australia deal
Amazon Prime Video is entering the local sports live-streaming space with the agreement of an exclusive two-year deal to broadcast Swimming Australia championship events...
Feb 11, 2021
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Council seeks more water for Urana Aquatic Centre
The Federation Council in the NSW Riverina is seeking to allocate more water to its Urana Aquatic Centre to keep it at a useable level for visitors for the remainder of the...
Feb 11, 2021
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The Y NSW new Board Members share a passion for youth empowerment
The YMCA NSW (Y NSW) has appointed three new Board Members - Jason King, George Perry and Helen Wild – all sharing a passion for empowering youth. Y NSW Chair, Richard Hughes...
Feb 11, 2021
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ActiveXchange market intelligence shows members quick to cancel unused memberships
Newly released market intelligence from ActiveXchange market intelligence shows that COVID-19 has changed the game when it comes to retention, with members of aquatic, fitness...
Feb 11, 2021
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New PerfectGym Self-Service Kiosk enhances fast booking function with mobile interface
Leading aquatic, fitness and recreation software provider PerfectGym has released an enhanced Self-Service Kiosk. With self-service kiosks popular in aquatic, fitness and...
Feb 11, 2021
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TSG launches PerfectMind business management platform
Global software and payments provider TSG has today launched PerfectMind, a cloud-based, all-in-one business management platforms for aquatic, recreation and sport facilities....
Feb 10, 2021
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Swim Smooth app helps coaches aid stroke techniques and reduce injuries
Popular swim coaching method Swim Smooth has released a new app, designed to aid the coaching of amateur swimmers. Created by Perth-based Briton Paul Newsome, who coaches at the...
Feb 9, 2021
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Rip Curl GromSearch National Final to be held at URBNSURF Melbourne
Surfing Victoria has reconfirmed the Rip Curl GromSearch National Final will be held in Victoria at Australia’s first surf park - URBNSURF Melbourne - on 15th March, 2020. The...
Feb 9, 2021
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Laurie Lawrence repeats Kids Alive online swim sessions
Water safety advocate Laurie Lawrence and daughter Emma are repeating their series of free online swim support sessions for parents of under 5s throughout February. With the...
Feb 7, 2021
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World’s Largest Swimming Lesson to return in June
The organisers of the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson™ (WLSL) has advised that the global platform to promote the importance of teaching children to swim will return on 17th...
Feb 4, 2021
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