News: Aquatics
Drought sees Tamworth set to have just one pool operating through summer
Tamworth Regional Council has reported a strong spirit of working together during discussions with local swimming organisations to plan for a summer with only one public pool...
Oct 30, 2019
Aquatics /
Environment
Warringah Aquatic Centre looks to mark 40 years of operations
This Sunday will see the Warringah Aquatic Centre on Sydney's Northern Beaches mark 40 years since its official opening. A project that was first conceived in the 1930s and then...
Oct 30, 2019
Design /
Recreation /
Aquatics
New Ashfield Aquatic Centre to feature Australian-first moveable floor
Currently undergoing a $44.7 million redevelopment, the Ashfield Aquatic Centre in inner western Sydney is to feature what Inner West Council calls a “a world class moveable...
Oct 29, 2019
Recreation /
Technology /
Aquatics
Southern Grampians Shire Council commences second year of free outdoor pool operations
Southern Grampians Shire Council has announced that their 2019-2020 swim season with free outdoor pool entry, will officially commence this Saturday 2nd November with pools in...
Oct 28, 2019
Recreation /
Aquatics
Otium Planning Group and Parkdale Amber combine to deliver events strategy partnership
Leading facility development consultancy the Otium Planning Group Pty Ltd has announced a collaborative partnership with multi-sport, e-sport and recreational projects managers...
Oct 28, 2019
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Sport /
Recreation /
Aquatics /
Consultants
30 people evacuated after chemical reaction at Levin Aquatic Centre
One person was taken to hospital in a serious condition after a chemical incident at the Levin Aquatic Centre today. A total of 32 people were assessed by ambulance staff after...
Oct 27, 2019
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Technology /
Aquatics
Redeveloped Wellington Aquatic and Leisure Centre set to open
Dubbo Regional Council’s new-look Wellington Aquatic and Leisure Centre is set to open to the public on Saturday 16th November with an open day will highlighting the redeveloped...
Oct 27, 2019
Recreation /
Aquatics
Second Recreation Aotearoa Industry Leaders Summit opens doors to thought leadership and best practice
After last year’s successful launch in partnership with Recreation Aotearoa, Belgravia Leisure will once again welcome sector executives at the Recreation Aotearoa Industry...
Oct 24, 2019
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Recreation /
Aquatics /
Fitness
Life Floor surface installed at North Queensland waterpark
Anti-slip, non-abrasive foam rubber tiles from Life Floor have recently been installed at Cairns Regional Council’s Sugarworld Waterpark. Located in Edmonton, 20 minutes south...
Oct 23, 2019
Safety /
Aquatics /
Surfaces /
Waterparks
Swimming Australia unveils Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic campaign
With sports counting down to Tokyo 2020, Swimming Australia has revealed its Olympic and Paralympic campaign ‘Greatness Starts Somewhere’. Striving to inspire the nation and...
Oct 23, 2019
Sport /
Aquatics
Media report 'fury' over Canberra Olympic Pool's segregated gender sessions
Sensationalist mainstream media are once again reporting on local "fury" and stoking racist sentiment at a public aquatic centre's introduction of gender segregation and...
Oct 22, 2019
Marketing /
Culture /
Aquatics
February reopening scheduled for redeveloped Tobruk Memorial Baths in Townsville
Refurbishments to Townsville's Tobruk Memorial Baths are progressing with work completed including the excavation of the old pool, the first concrete pour for the balance tank...
Oct 22, 2019
Recreation /
Aquatics
Life Saving Victoria voices concerns over aquatic centre ramps
With access ramps have become a standard component of new aquatic facilities over the last 20 years, with large metropolitan facilities often having accessible ramp options into...
Oct 21, 2019
Design /
Access /
Aquatics
YMCA Victoria water safety message reaches international audience
YMCA Victoria delivered a significant water safety and prevention message through a research presentation at the recent biennial World Conference on Drowning Prevention in...
Oct 21, 2019
Safety /
Education /
Aquatics
Minister backs VICSWIM Summer Kidz Program launch
The Victorian Government is calling on families to make the most subsidised swimming lessons for children that will be made available across the state this summer. VICSWIM’s...
Oct 20, 2019
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Education /
Government /
Aquatics
Preferred location revealed for planned new aquatic centre in Port Macquarie
Port Macquarie-Hastings Council has announced its preferred location for a new aquatic centre, confirming in a recent meeting that a site in Macquarie Park/Gordon Street is its...
Oct 18, 2019
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Aquatics /
Consultants
2019 Poolsafe campaign reminds New Zealanders that 'Lifeguards are not babysitters'
The latest Poolsafe latest programme from Recreation Aotearoa and Water Safety NZ is using Silver Fern Ameliaranne Ekenasio to remind parents and caregivers to keep an eye on...
Oct 17, 2019
Marketing /
Safety /
Aquatics
Burwood Council commits to Enfield Aquatic Centre upgrades
Burwood Council in inner western Sydney has unveiled plans for upgrades to its Enfield Aquatic Centre that include a new 25 metre pool. Explaining that the upgrades will cater...
Oct 16, 2019
Recreation /
Aquatics
Royal Life Saving releases Position Statement on Safe Use of Medical Oxygen Cylinders in aquatic centres
Following a recent incident at a facility in Western Australia, Royal Life Saving Society - Australia has updated its Recommendations for Safe Use of Medical Oxygen Cylinders....
Oct 16, 2019
Safety /
Wellness /
Aquatics
Belgravia Leisure makes new appointment in learning and development role
The Belgravia Health & Leisure Group has announced the appointment of Samantha Mueller to the newly created role of Group Manager, Learning & Employee Experience. Described as...
Oct 15, 2019
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Recreation /
Aquatics /
Fitness
Vortex secures aquatic industry award
Vortex Aquatic Structures International, a manufacturer and world leader in water attractions, recently received its second Leading Edge Award from the World Waterpark...
Oct 15, 2019
Design /
Aquatics /
Play
Technology from Marina Bay Sands used to build pre-fabricated pool in remote Aboriginal community
Technology used to build the world’s largest rooftop infinity pool at the iconic Marina Bay Sands in Singapore is currently being installed in the remote Kalumburu community in...
Oct 15, 2019
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Aquatics
Tourism leader joins Belgravia Leisure as South-West Sydney Regional Manager
Belgravia Leisure has added experience and leadership to its NSW team with the appointment of Katherine Forman in the role of Regional Manager for South-West Sydney. A former...
Oct 14, 2019
Tourism /
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Attractions /
Aquatics
Wibit aqua park in Bali recognised as world’s largest
Leading aquatic inflatables manufacturer Wibit Sports recent installation for the Aqua Dreamland attraction in Bali’s Secret Bay has been acknowledged by Guinness World Records...
Oct 11, 2019
Marketing /
Tourism /
Attractions /
Aquatics /
Waterparks