News: Aquatics
Christchurch’s Linwood Pool gifted a special name
The new $22 million pool complex in Linwood, Christchurch has been gifted the name Te Pou Toetoe by local rūnanga Te Ngāi Tūāhuriri. The much-anticipated community facility will...
Aug 6, 2019
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Aquatics
World Swimming Championships marks 10 years of partnership between FINA and Myrtha Pools
The recent 18th FINA World Championships in Gwangju, Republic of Korea, marked a 10 year partnership between FINA (Fédération Internationale de Natation) and leading swimming...
Aug 6, 2019
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ASSA announces latest inductees to Australian Swim Schools Hall of Fame
The Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) has announced the induction of three accomplished ‘SwimSchoolers’ into the Australian Swim Schools Hall of Fame. The highlight of...
Aug 6, 2019
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Sunshine Coast set to host AUSTSWIM Soak It Up 19 World Conference
Australia’s national organisation for the Teaching of Swimming and Water Safety AUSTSWIM, will hold its world conference on the Sunshine Coast in October. Expected to attract...
Aug 5, 2019
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Attendances rise and water consumption falls at Western Australian aquatic centres
Aquatic centres in Western Australia reported a record-breaking year in 2017/18 with 11.4 million visits while, operationally, water usage at facilities fell. The Bigger,...
Aug 5, 2019
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SwimDesk analyses performance of Australian swim schools
SwimDesk has released the results of an analysis of accumulative data from swim schools around Australia. Aiming to identify the performance indicators across a number of key...
Aug 4, 2019
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Expansion works commence at Sunshine Coast’s Beerwah Aquatic Centre
Exciting new experiences for swimmers of all abilities will soon be on offer at the Beerwah Aquatic Centre, with the first sod turned on a $1.8 million upgrade of the facility....
Aug 2, 2019
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Hamilton Waterworld and Central Library score silver accessibility ratings
Hamilton’s Waterworld and Central Library have both earned silver accessibility ratings from a social change initiative that safeguards the rights of disabled New Zealanders....
Aug 2, 2019
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Zoggs expands environmental commitments with swimwear made from plastic waste and reduction in plastic goggle packaging
Leading swimming products manufacturer Zoggs is continuing with its commitment to help the environment through ongoing significant changes that will see the entire Zoggs Summer...
Aug 1, 2019
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YMCA Victoria names new Chief Executive
After conducting an extensive global search, YMCA Victoria has announced the appointment of Carolyn Morris as its new Chief Executive. Morris, who has been the Y’s acting Chief...
Jul 31, 2019
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Jonas Leisure confirms long term industry commitment
Jonas Leisure Chief Executive Mike Henton has today outlined the technology leader's plans for the future in the industries it operate in. In a Blog, Henton (pictured) writes...
Jul 30, 2019
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Hanmer Springs announces name for new waterslide
A key element of its current $4.5 million development, the Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa has announced that its new hydroslide/waterslide is to be known as the Conical...
Jul 30, 2019
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ASADA says confidentiality vital to anti-doping process
In a move to clarify the processes in the wake of swimmer Shayna Jack’s recent positive drugs test, the Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority (ASADA) has advised that...
Jul 30, 2019
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Northam Aquatic Centre moves toward January 2020 opening
Designed to reinvigorate Northam's sport precinct, the new $6.2 million Northam Aquatic Centre is on target to open by January 2020. Being built next to the Northam Recreation...
Jul 29, 2019
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Annette Kellerman Aquatic Centre named Belgravia Leisure’s Facility of the Year
With close to 200 members of the facility management company’s team in attendance, the Annette Kellerman Aquatic Centre was named Belgravia Leisure’s Facility of the Year at its...
Jul 29, 2019
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Auckland Council apologises to Muslim woman after ejection from West Wave Pools
Auckland Council has blamed confusion about rules on appropriate swimwear for an “unfortunate” incident that saw a Muslim woman ejected from the West Wave Pools in the suburb of...
Jul 25, 2019
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ActiveXchange's SportsEye platform secures major Sport, Recreation and Play Industry Innovation Award
ActiveXchange's SportsEye platform contribution to informing decision-making across the fitness, recreation and sport sectors in Australia has been recognised with it being...
Jul 24, 2019
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Leakage leads to closure of ageing Sydney swimming pool
The Kogarah War Memorial Pool in Sydney's south has been shut indefinitely by the Georges River Council as a result of water leaking and polluting a local river. Closed for...
Jul 24, 2019
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Prairiewood Leisure Centre presented with AH Pierce Memorial Facility of the Year award
The Prairiewood Leisure Centre in Western Sydney role as hub for community wellness and family-friendly activity was recently recognised by the Aquatic and Recreation Institute...
Jul 23, 2019
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Mack Horton and Swimming Australia face official rebuke over 'drug cheat' protest
Australian Olympic gold medallist Mack Horton will receive an official warning from world swimming governing body FINA after his refusal to stand on the podium with a rival he...
Jul 22, 2019
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Viva Leisure follows ASX listing with acquisition of Fitness 24/7 clubs
Following its recent listing on the Australian Stock Exchange, which saw it raise $20 million for expansion, Canberra-based Viva Leisure has completed the acquisition of...
Jul 22, 2019
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Council begins consultation on sites for a new Port Macquarie aquatic facility
Port Macquarie-Hastings Council has commenced public consultation on the site for a new aquatic centre in Port Macquarie. Having identified six potential sites for an aquatic...
Jul 22, 2019
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Hamilton City Council to seek swimming pool operator at new Rototuna Village
Hamilton City Council will be undertaking a tender for a pool investor/operator, as part of the overall civic and private development of the Rototuna Village area in the rapidly...
Jul 20, 2019
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Sunshine Coast Council funding boost will see increased beach patrols
Surf lifesaving patrols will increase during busy holiday periods following Sunshine Coast Council’s decision to increase its allocation for this service to $4.84 million in the...
Jul 19, 2019
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