News: Aquatics
Brimbank Leisure Centres’ updated ‘Swim and Survive’ program caters for up to 1000 new students
Brimbank Leisure Centres has advised that it can accommodate up to 1000 new students in its newly-transformed swimming program - ‘Swim and Survive’ - for Term One 2021. Term One...
Jan 13, 2021
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Guests at Perth attractions forced to flee from bushfire
A bushfire forced families to flee an attractions south of Perth yesterday. Officials ordered Adventure World and the Cockburn Ice Arena to shut down as a fire that began early...
Jan 12, 2021
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Builder appointed for North Sydney Olympic Pool redevelopment
Amid fears of rising costs for the project, North Sydney Council has announced its appointment of experienced sports facility builders Icon SI to redevelop the North Sydney...
Jan 12, 2021
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Confusion over access for transgender women at Sydney 'ladies-only' ocean pool
The issue of access for certain transgender women to a female-only ocean pool in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs has been in the spotlight after its operators indicated only those who...
Jan 12, 2021
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New childrens’ pool opens at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre
Following a major refurbishment that started during last year’s COVID-19-enforced closure, the Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre has today opened a new children’s pool....
Jan 11, 2021
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New pool of lifeguards qualified in the Pilbara
16 young Pilbara locals have celebrated the culmination of four months of dedicated training and commitment, earning themselves qualifications to start their careers in the...
Jan 11, 2021
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Cost of City of Sydney's new Gunyama Aquatic Centre set to exceed $100 million
The City of Sydney’s Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre, originally budgeted at $50 million when the project was approved in 2015, will have cost a reported $106 million...
Jan 10, 2021
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Melbourne residential development includes dramatic sky pool
A new luxury residential development in the Melbourne suburb of Hawthorn features the city’s first sky pool, suspended seven storeys high between two buildings. The signature...
Jan 10, 2021
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ZOGGS advances sustainability mission with swimwear made from plastic bottles
Leading swimming products manufacturer Zoggs has advised of its ongoing achievements in transforming ocean-damaging debris into high performance swimwear and reducing the amount...
Jan 7, 2021
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New inflatable aquatic playground operating in Central Otago
A newly opened inflatable aquatic playground water park at Lake Dunstan in Central Otago is so popular that its operators are searching for more lifeguarding staff. Opened on...
Jan 6, 2021
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Port Stephens Council announces plan for Australia Day pool parties
Port Stephens Council has announced that its aquatic facilities at Tomaree, Tilligerry and Lakeside will host a series of COVIDSafe family-friendly pool parties on Australia...
Jan 6, 2021
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Singapore Sports Hub looks to stage more live events in 2021
The Singapore Sports Hub is looking to host more and bigger live events next year on the back of its successful hosting of mixed martial arts One Championship events since last...
Jan 6, 2021
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Contract awarded to build Dunedin’s new $15 million Mosgiel Pool
Dunedin City Council (DCC) has awarded the contract to build the new $15 million Mosgiel Pool to Dunedin company Cook Brothers Construction.Building is expected to commence in...
Jan 4, 2021
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Fremantle Leisure Centre celebrates its 50th anniversary
Fremantle Leisure Centre celebrates its 50th anniversary The City of Fremantle’s popular Fremantle Leisure Centre celebrated its 50th anniversary yesterday. After 50 years the...
Jan 4, 2021
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Aquatics Horowhenua to reintroduce $1 fitness classes
Horowhenua District Council is to reintroduce its popular $1 fitness class promotion at the Levin Aquatic Centre and Foxton Pool during January. The discount applies to all...
Jan 3, 2021
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Concept plans approved for Bega War Memorial swimming pool upgrade
Concept plans for the refurbishment and upgrade of the Bega War Memorial swimming pool have been endorsed by Bega Valley Shire Council - paving the way for further project...
Jan 3, 2021
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Blacktown Council marks five years of its Aqua Learn to Swim program
Blacktown City Council has marked five years of its Aqua Learn to Swim program and its promotion by its mascot, Pip the Penguin. Operating at five aquatic facilities across the...
Jan 3, 2021
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World's deepest diving pool opens in Poland
A new aquatic facility in Poland allows scuba divers to plunge to new depths without heading to the ocean. Intended as a training and practice site for divers of all levels,...
Jan 2, 2021
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VICSWIM launches 2021 Summer Kidz program
After many months of planning, VICSWIM has launched their 2021 Summer Kidz program with over 170 venues ready to offer the 2021 program in open water, inland waterways and...
Dec 31, 2020
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ARI NSW issues statement on child safety in aquatics and learn to swim
NSW industry body the Aquatic and Recreation Institute (ARI) has issued a statement on child safety in aquatics and learn to swim environments following the jury having been...
Dec 30, 2020
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Raging Waters Sydney uses Blacktown Council aquatic facility for lifeguard training
Approaching the summer season Raging Waters Sydney made use of Blacktown City Council’s aquatic facilities to prepare its lifeguards for the peak season. Blacktown Leisure...
Dec 28, 2020
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Rackley Swimming announces opening of ninth Gold Coast pool
Rackley Swimming has announced the opening of their ninth Gold Coast pool - Rackley Swimming Hope Island - on 2nd January 2021, making it the group’s 25th swimming school in...
Dec 23, 2020
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Wangaratta Sports and Aquatic Centre opens new facilities to the public
New aquatic facilities at the Wangaratta Sports and Aquatic Centre (WSAC) in Victoria are expected to help the regional city attract major events and serve the growing health...
Dec 23, 2020
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Aquatic and recreation facilities to be redeveloped and upgraded in Exmouth
Exmouth Shire to benefit from a $4.2 million redevelopment of Exmouth's Paltridge Memorial Swimming Pool facility alongside the installation of unisex change rooms at Exmouth...
Dec 23, 2020
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