News: Aquatics
Otium Planning highlight consultant’s skills in securing project funding
Leading industry consultants the Otium Planning Group has advised of its view that partnerships will be key to aquatic, recreation and sport facilities emerging from COVID-19....
Nov 19, 2020
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Eventbrite's new research reveals peak demand for swim sessions and classes at reopened pools
Notwithstanding the COVID-19 pandemic having forced the temporary closure of aquatic centres and pools across parts Australia, new research from ticketing and event technology...
Nov 19, 2020
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Wollongong local government area finally included in NSW Government sport funding programs
The NSW Government has added the Wollongong local government area as a potential recipient of grants from the Greater Sydney Sports Facility Fund and the Regional Sports...
Nov 18, 2020
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Latrobe City Council announces YMCA Victoria as operator of new Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre
Latrobe City Council has announced its acceptance of a tender from YMCA Victoria to operate the new Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre (GRAC) now under construction in Traralgon....
Nov 17, 2020
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SwimSAFER Week aims to reverse decline in swimming lesson enrolments
With SwimSAFER Week commencing today, Swim Australia is launching ‘Swim It Forward’ an initiative to get more at-risk children into swimming lessons. Swim Australia is concerned...
Nov 15, 2020
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SSMG announces United Swimming partnership and North Ryde facility’s business award win
Sydney Sports Management Group (SSMG) has announced a new commercial partnership with United Swimming and that its North Ryde Fitness + Aquatic has secured named Winner Fitness...
Nov 15, 2020
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LIWA Aquatics Regional Seminar marks return of face-to-face events
LIWA Aquatics has shared details of its 24th Annual Regional Seminar held in Northam in Western Australia’s Avon Valley on 7th October. One of the first in-person industry...
Nov 15, 2020
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WhiteWater announces commencement of work on new Dubai waterpark project
Leading global waterpark manufacturer WhiteWater has announced the commencement of work at the new Jungle Bay attraction at Mina Seyahi, Dubai. An exclusive attraction for...
Nov 13, 2020
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UNSW seeks new fitness and aquatic centre management partner
The University of NSW is seeking a new management partner for the UNSW Fitness & Aquatic Centre following the agreement to terminate the YMCA's management contract. A statement...
Nov 13, 2020
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ARV water safety award success for Western Leisure Services
The ongoing commitment to the principles and promotion of the Watch Around Water initiative by the AquaPulse facility in Hoppers Crossing seen it secure Aquatics and Recreation...
Nov 12, 2020
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Wollongong’s Towradgi Rock Pool works complete
Following an extensive upgrade, Wollongong’s Towradgi Rock Pool has now reopened for the community to enjoy. The pool was closed to the public in May for extensive upgrade works...
Nov 12, 2020
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Geelong’s Adventure Park to open on 23rd November but fears capacity limits will impact viability
As part of the Victorian Government’s last step of its reopening roadmap, Geelong’s Adventure Park, described as the state’s “most epic family water theme park”, has been given...
Nov 12, 2020
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YMCA NSW supports almost 200 HSC students with free access during exams
With written HSC examinations concluding today, YMCA NSW (the Y) congratulates all Year 12 students, and are proud to have supported almost 200 HSC students with free access to...
Nov 10, 2020
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Gumbuya World to reopen from Saturday 14th November
Gumbuya World, Victoria’s only water, wildlife and theme park, is ready to reopen for summer in a COVID-safe environment, announcing that its gates will open again from this...
Nov 10, 2020
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Partner sought for redevelopment of Auckland’s Parakai Springs
The owners of Auckland’s Parakai Springs have announced a long-term commercial opportunity to work in partnership with Te Poari o Kaipātiki ki Kaipara (Te Poari) to develop a...
Nov 10, 2020
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Plans lodged for $20 million indoor aquatic and water polo centre in Sydney’s Sutherland Shire
Plans have been submitted for a $20.4 million indoor aquatic and water polo centre to be built on a narrow strip of land connecting Sydney’s Kurnell Peninsula to the Sutherland...
Nov 8, 2020
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Victoria set to enter ‘Last Step’ measures from 22nd November
With the state recording successive days with no new Coronavirus cases, Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has today announced a further easing of the lockdown measures. With the...
Nov 8, 2020
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Redeveloped $3 million Kambalda aquatic facility officially opens
The Shire of Coolgardie’s new $3 million Kambalda Aquatic Facility was officially opened today by Western Australian Sport and Recreation Minister Mick Murray. The State...
Nov 6, 2020
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Adelaide City Council favours Aquatic Centre rebuilding rather than new site
Adelaide City Councillors have been reported as favouring a rebuild of the ageing Adelaide Aquatic Centre in North Adelaide rather than developing an all-new facility at a...
Nov 5, 2020
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Western Australian Government promotes jobs in swimming
The Western Australian Government has announced that Year 11 and 12 students can now be trained as qualified swimming instructors, advising that it is getting the state...
Nov 4, 2020
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ActiveXchange’s data analysis to expand VICSWIM program and help children get back to swimming
As Victorians continue to return to their local community pools as Coronavirus restrictions are eased, the state’s peak industry body Aquatics & Recreation Victoria (ARV), has...
Nov 4, 2020
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LeisureFit Booragoon to undergo $7.1 million refurbishment
The City of Melville has announced that its LeisureFit aquatic centre is to undergo a $7.1 million upgrade to bring the ageing facility up to modern standards. About $4.85...
Nov 2, 2020
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Refurbished Kambalda Aquatic Facility set for official opening
The Shire of Coolgardie’s refurbished Kambalda Aquatic Facility is set for its official opening this weekend. Having been reopened to the public since 26th September, the...
Nov 1, 2020
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City of Greater Geelong reopens indoor gyms and pools under strict COVID -19 conditions
The City of Greater Geelong will be reopening its indoor gyms and pools on Friday 6th November, in line with further easing of restrictions announced by the Victorian...
Nov 1, 2020
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