News: Aquatics
Rackley Swimming joins retail transformation at Ipswich’s Yamanto Central
With the new Yamanto Central shopping mall in the Queensland city of Ipswich looking to offer a new type of retail environment, Rackley Swimming will be operating a...
Jun 10, 2019
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Swimming and water safety program aids migrants in northern NSW
16 refugees and migrants living in Armidale in northern NSW are currently receiving swimming lessons at the TAS Swim School to provide them with foundation swimming and water...
Jun 10, 2019
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Recreation Aotearoa releases aquatic facility design guide
Recreation Aotearoa has released an ‘Insights Report’, Aquatic Facility Design in the 21st Century, sharing insights into international best practice in aquatic facility design....
Jun 7, 2019
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Investors welcome Viva Leisure’s ASX listing
Investors have backed Canberra-based Viva Leisure in its successfully listing on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) yesterday. The first dedicated fitness club group to...
Jun 7, 2019
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YMCA Victoria aquatic centres launch Older Adults Water Safety Awareness series
Eight YMCA Victoria managed aquatic centres are running an Older Adults Water Safety Awareness series throughout June as part of the Play It Safe By the Water campaign. Adults...
Jun 7, 2019
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Masters Swimming NSW to stage Adult Swim Clinic at Goulburn Aquatic and Leisure Centre
Masters Swimming NSW (MSNSW), in conjunction with Goulburn Mulwaree Council, are hosting an Adult Swim Technique Clinic at the Goulburn Aquatic and Leisure Centre on Sunday 16th...
Jun 5, 2019
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YMCA at The Valleys Lifestyle Centre awarded for excellence in community recreation
YMCA South Australia at The Valleys Lifestyle Centre has been recognised as a leader in community recreation excellence this week, winning the South Australia Parks and Leisure...
Jun 5, 2019
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Royal Life Saving Society marks 125 years of service in Australia
With 2019 marking 125 years of service by the Royal Life Saving Society in Australia, the occasion was recently marked by a black-tie ball was held at the Dockside in Brisbane....
Jun 5, 2019
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Fluidra Skypools to be used for new Indonesian aquatic centre
Two competition pools will be constructed by Fluidra at the Sentani Aquatic Arena in the Indonesia province of Papua using Skypool panels. The venue is due to host the aquatic...
Jun 4, 2019
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ARI 2019 Conference looks at 'Creating Value in Aquatic and Recreation Facilities'
The upcoming 2019 Aquatic and Recreation Institute (ARI) Conference and Trade Show is set to explore key issues in the future management of aquatic and recreation facilities,...
Jun 4, 2019
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Jump! Swim Schools representatives Swim Loops enters voluntary administration
Swim Loops, the company that represents the largest number of Jump! Swim Schools, has gone into voluntary administration. However, as the individual swim schools are...
Jun 3, 2019
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Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre's locker installation goes beyond security
The recent installation of new METRA Australia lockers at the Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre in the inner Sydney suburb of Ultimo is offering swimmers not only enhanced security for...
Jun 3, 2019
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Belgravia Leisure awarded for Refugees Breaking Down Cultural Barriers Program
Belgravia Leisure has been recognised by Parks and Leisure Australia (PLA) NSW/ACT at their annual Awards with the Community Based Initiative of the Year being awarded to the...
Jun 3, 2019
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Plans approved for Christchurch's newest public pool
A new $22 million pool for Christchurch's east is a step closer after the approval of concept designs for the facility. The complex will include a 25-metre lane pool with a...
Jun 2, 2019
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‘Insufficient ventilation’ behind roof corrosion and pool closure at Queenstown’s Alpine Aqualand
The Queenstown Lakes District Council is close to confirming a long-term solution to repair the roof above Alpine Aqualand, the swimming pool facility at Queenstown Events...
May 30, 2019
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Belgravia Leisure staff recognised at national inclusion and diversity awards
Belgravia Leisure has stood out at the 2019 Inclusion and Diversity in Sport Awards by providing two of the four finalists, including the winner. Belgravia Leisure staff members...
May 29, 2019
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Wanaka Recreation Centre’s design captures international attention
Wanaka Recreation Centre is gaining international recognition after opening its doors just under three years ago. The community facility is shortlisted in the 2019 INDE.Awards,...
May 28, 2019
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Lakes Entrance Aquadome upgrade due for completion in June
Set to be completed by 8th June, East Gippsland Shire Council''s upgrade of the 24-year-old Lakes Entrance Aquadome facility with a range of works planned to improve the amenity...
May 27, 2019
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South Australian Government backs Royal Life Saving Society branch
The South Australian Government has released funding for Royal Life Saving Society - Australia’s state branch which has fallen into financial trouble. The Royal Life Saving...
May 27, 2019
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Swim school owner charged over indecent assaults
A swimming school owner will face court today following an investigation into the alleged indecent assaults of two girls near Albury in southern NSW.. Detectives from the NSW...
May 27, 2019
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Tracey Menzies joins the Rackley squad at Parkinson Aquatic Centre
One of Australia’s most decorated coaches, Tracey Menzies, is to take on the role of Head Swimming Coach for the Rackley Swim Team at the Parkinson Aquatic Centre in...
May 26, 2019
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Health and Wellbeing Hub a step closer to replacing St Albans Leisure Centre
The proposed Health and Wellbeing Hub to replace the St Albans Leisure Centre in the City of Brimbank is now one step closer to becoming a reality following the finalisation of...
May 23, 2019
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14 people hospitalised following chlorine gas incident at Fitness Club 360 in Tamida
10 children and four adults have been hospitalised after a toxic gas incident in the swimming pool of the 360 Fitness Club in the Tamworth suburb of Taminda in northern NSW. As...
May 23, 2019
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Lifesaving defibrillators delivered to Macleay aquatic centres
Three of Kempsey Shire Council’s aquatic centres have taken delivery of defibrillators that will benefit pool patrons by improving emergency first aid responses. Jointly funded...
May 22, 2019
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