News: Aquatics
Skills Active welcomes funding initiative for apprentices
Skills Active has applauded the New Zealand Government’s new $380 million Apprentice Boost initiative to support sport, recreation and performing arts employers to hire and keep...
Jun 17, 2020
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SwimDesk expands online software functionality for swim schools
SwimDesk has released an expansion to the functionality to its popular software platform for managing swim school communication, progression and retention. Introducing the...
Jun 16, 2020
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Gumbuya World selects Davey Water Products to deliver efficient pool maintenance
Having recent years having expanded into commercial pool operations, leading pool and spa equipment provider Davey Water Products recently delivered efficient pool maintenance...
Jun 15, 2020
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Facilities hosting elite swimmers to benefit from new Federal technology funding
The Australian Government’s announcement of new funding for high performance athletes is to include $725,000 for Swimming Australia to equip at least one pool in each state with...
Jun 15, 2020
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ASCTA recognises Barker College Foundation Aquatic Centre for its innovation
The Barker College Foundation Aquatic Centre’s ‘Tech Free Week’ has been recognised at the Australian Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association (ASCTA) and Swim Australia 2019...
Jun 14, 2020
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Otium Planning Group appoints new Facility Advisory Senior Consultant
Otium Planning Group has announced the appointment of Malcolm Kuhn as a Senior Consultant to its Facility Planning, Business and Management Advisory Division. Kuhn, who has over...
Jun 11, 2020
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Royal Life Saving responds to questions on resuscitation during Coronavirus pandemic
In answer to inquiries on the delivery of a rescue response by lifeguards working at an aquatic facility in emergency situations in the current COVID-19 pandemic, including...
Jun 11, 2020
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New BioGuard pool water treatment system reduces costs and improves the swimming experience
BioGuard has launched its new Dryden Aqua Integrated System, a fully integrated, biological swimming pool water treatment system that prevents the growth of bacteria and...
Jun 11, 2020
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Coronavirus update: NSW facility openings with 20 people allowed in classes
Australasian Leisure Management 's pulling together of the lastest resources on restarting activities and facilities across all sectors of the industry. NSW COVIDSafe Plans for...
Jun 11, 2020
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The Y to create employment opportunities at new Stromlo Leisure Centre
The YMCA NSW (the Y) will create more than 80 new jobs at Canberra’s newest public swimming complex, the Stromlo Leisure Centre, driving significant economic growth in the ACT...
Jun 10, 2020
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Wellington City Council to offer free off-peak swimming in reopened aquatic facilities
To encourage patrons back to its reopened aquatic facilities, Wellington City Council is offering free swimming during off-peak times across all five pools from 15th to 30th...
Jun 10, 2020
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Funding committed for replacement beach enclosure in Albany
The Western Australian Government and the City of Albany have committed to jointly fund a replacement beach enclosure at the city's Ellen Cove. The Ellen Cove beach enclosure...
Jun 9, 2020
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Western Australian children return to swimming lessons
With Western Australia having moved to Stage Three easing of its COVID-19 restrictions, Royal Life Saving WA has announced that with swimming lessons able to restart, parents...
Jun 9, 2020
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Approval of Industry Plan sets path for reopening of Queensland’s swimming pools and aquatic centres
The Queensland Government’s approval of an Industry COVIDSafe Plan for Swimming Pools and Aquatic Centres is set to see an acceleration of the reopening of facilities in the...
Jun 5, 2020
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Singapore prepares for swimming pool openings as Coronavirus restrictions eased
With aquatic centres permitted to open under Phase 2 of Singapore’s post-Coronavirus circuit breaker period, the Singapore Swimming Association (SSA) is proposing that just one...
Jun 4, 2020
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YMCA Victoria leads extensive customer research to help inform its facility reopenings
The YMCA, a leader in the aquatic and recreation industry, has recently teamed up with strategy and insights agency The LAB and research agency Nature , to undertake significant...
Jun 4, 2020
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Belgravia Leisure survey reinforces focus on health and safety when more facilities reopen
Belgravia Leisure has surveyed over 6000 members to determine their health and safety concerns on returning to aquatic, fitness and recreation environments following the lifting...
Jun 3, 2020
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Opening of new Mornington Peninsula aquatic centre to be delayed by naming process
The opening of Mornington Peninsula Shire’s Rosebud Aquatic Centre looks set to be delayed with Councillors have opted to conduct a public vote on the naming of the facility....
Jun 3, 2020
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Casuarina Swimming Pool masterplan awarded to Ashford Architects
The Masterplan to redevelop Casuarina Swimming Pool in Darwin has been awarded to local firm Ashford Architects. The Masterplan will be used to guide the future use, development...
Jun 2, 2020
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Leaks see Gisborne District Council abandon reopening of 50 metre pool
With Coronavirus restrictions eased, Gisborne District Council is today reopening part of the Gisborne Olympic Pool Complex. However, with the facility’s ageing 50 metre pool...
Jun 2, 2020
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NSW Government announces limited opening for indoor pools and gyms from 13th June
The NSW Government has advised that indoor pools, gyms, and yoga and dance studios will be able to reopen across NSW from 13th June 2020 with up to 10 people per class and 100...
Jun 2, 2020
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Aligned Leisure commences reopening local and regional aquatic facilities
Following a two-month closure in response to the COVID-19 health alert, Aligned Leisure has advised they are beginning to reopen their aquatic facilities located in local and...
Jun 1, 2020
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Refurbishments underway at YMCA ONE Casey recreation sites
Refurbishments have been underway at YMCA ONE Casey recreation sites Casey ARC and Casey RACE during their closure due to the COVID-19 health alert. At Casey RACE, a new...
Jun 1, 2020
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Christchurch City Council reopens more of its sport and recreation facilities
Christchurch City Council-owned sport and recreation centres are opening their spas, hydrotherapy pools and hydroslides and have advised no booking is required. Pools and...
Jun 1, 2020
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