News: Aquatics
Mornington Peninsula Council commits to expanded solar power system for Rosebud Aquatic Centre
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council has committed to expanding the solar power system that will be installed on the rooftop of its new Rosebud Aquatic Centre. The solar energy...
Apr 30, 2020
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Coffs Harbour Council rejects financial assistance request from aquatic facility operator
Almost three years after Coffs Harbour City Council controversially decided to award the tender to manage three public pools to contractor Lane 4 Aquatics, the Council has...
Apr 30, 2020
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Adelaide City Council looks for government funding for aquatic centre revamp as AFL’s Crows dump headquarters plans
Adelaide City Council is to seek funding from Federal and South Australian Governments as well as neighbouring councils to fund the redevelopment of its ageing Adelaide Aquatic...
Apr 29, 2020
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Centaman Entrance Control delivers new technology to help facilities fight COVID-19
New entrance control solutions that detect fevers and help leisure and fitness facilities meet COVID-19 physical distancing requirements have been brought to Australia and New...
Apr 29, 2020
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Surf Lifeguards issue warnings as more beachgoers expected with New Zealand entering Level 3
Northern surf lifeguards are bracing for a wave of beachgoers heading to the coastline, as New Zealand moves to Alert Level 3. Surf lifesaving clubs were forced to shut early...
Apr 28, 2020
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ASCTA advocacy highlights the value of swim coaching and teaching
The Australian Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association (ASCTA) has shared a letter with its members and industry stakeholders highlighting the value of swim coaching, swim...
Apr 28, 2020
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After ‘the Great Lockdown’
Simon Weatherill considers the leadership challenge facing fitness, recreation and sport Leadership in a Crisis We all know that the impact of the Coronavirus crisis has been...
Apr 24, 2020
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Werribee Outdoor Pool achieves Life Saving Victoria Platinum Pool accreditation
Werribee Outdoor Pool achieves Life Saving Victoria Platinum Pool accreditation Werribee Outdoor Pool is the first stand-alone seasonal outdoor aquatic facility in Victoria to...
Apr 24, 2020
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Otium Planning Group’s Yvette Audet appointed IAKS Ambassador for Australasia
Yvette Audet, Senior Consultant at Otium Planning Group, has been appointed the Australian and New Zealand ambassador for the International Association for Sports and Leisure...
Apr 24, 2020
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Coach calls for elite swimmers to be given access to pools
Leading swimming coach Dean Boxall has called for Australia's elite swimmers to be allowed access to pools for training, saying they need to return to the water "very soon" to...
Apr 23, 2020
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Melbourne Sports Centres makes the most of downtime
With its facilities - the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC), Lakeside Stadium and the State Netball and Hockey Centre - closed indefinitely because of the Coronavirus...
Apr 22, 2020
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New Parramatta pool development moves forward
The City of Parramatta Council has approved the lodgement of a main works development application for its planned Parramatta Aquatic and Leisure Centre project. The Council also...
Apr 21, 2020
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SwimDesk launches new swim schools podcast
With swim schools and aquatic centres across the country closed, specialist software provider SwimDesk has launched a new podcast to help professionals and business owners learn...
Apr 20, 2020
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Swimming Australia celebrates first year of iSwim
Swimming Australia is celebrating the first year of its free training app, iSwim, and has thanked the swimming community for their support. The iSwim app is aimed at all ages,...
Apr 20, 2020
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BioGuard introduces complete pool business management system
BioGuard introduces BioGuard Retail Lynx, their complete pool business management system which brings together every aspect of a pool business in one simple interface, giving...
Apr 19, 2020
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Recreation Aotearoa Coronavirus resource includes advice on reducing aquatic centre operating costs during facility closures
Aiming to inform members during the Coronavirus shutdown, Recreation Aotearoa is releasing a series of information resources, with the latest being on how aquatic facilities can...
Apr 18, 2020
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Inexperienced swimmers urged to stay out of the ocean
Sunshine Coast Council and Surf Life Saving Queensland have warned inexperienced swimmers to stay out of the ocean. With its aquatic facilities closed, the Council, in...
Apr 16, 2020
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Life Saving Victoria releases new CPR and First Aid home training courses
Life Saving Victoria (LSV) has released new training courses that will enable Victorians to complete or update their CPR and First Aid qualifications from the comfort and...
Apr 16, 2020
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Organisers announce new date options for 2020 World’s Largest Swimming Lesson
In response to the Coronavirus pandemic, organisers for the 2020 World’s Largest Swimming Lesson™ have announced two new date options for this year’s event. While host Locations...
Apr 13, 2020
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Otium Planning Group highlights record in planning projects in regional cities
Otium Planning Group has released a video highlighting its achievements in planning major aquatic, recreation and sport projects across Australia, including in regional cities....
Apr 13, 2020
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Council moves forward with plans to redevelop North Sydney Olympic Pool
North Sydney Council has lodged a development application for its planned $57.9 million overhaul of the North Sydney Olympic Pool, which includes upgrades to the existing pools,...
Apr 11, 2020
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Western Leisure Services launches Social Engagement Program during COVID-19
WynActive, the management arm of Western Leisure Services, has initiated a Social Engagement Program to support its employees along with the wider Wyndham City community during...
Apr 8, 2020
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Aligned Leisure secures three-year agreement to manage Nillumbik Council’s sport and recreation facilities
Aligned Leisure has secured a three-year agreement to operate the Nillumbik Shire Council’s five sport and recreation facilities with options that could extend management of the...
Apr 6, 2020
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Life Saving Victoria coordinates online Professional Development Series
Life Saving Victoria (LSV) has coordinated an online Professional Development Series for the aquatic and fitness industry with the intention of not just offering professional...
Apr 5, 2020
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