News: Aquatics
Surf Life Saving Australia shares beach safety challenges
Despite the nine fatalities recorded around Australia over Easter, the Anzac Day break and school holidays, surf lifesavers continue to provide over one million volunteer patrol...
Apr 28, 2019
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Swimming pool to close at Orange Ex-Services Club
Facing a substantial bill to refurbish its ageing 25 metre swimming pool, as well as ongoing operational losses, the Orange Ex-Services Club is to close the facility as of this...
Apr 26, 2019
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Town of Port Hedland to take back management of key aquatic, recreation and sport facilities
The Town of Port Hedland has announced that it will take over the management and operations of its Wanangkura Stadium, South Hedland Aquatic Centre and Gratwick Aquatic Centre...
Apr 25, 2019
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Cairns Regional Council plans major facelift for Crystal Cascades swimming hole
An improvement plan for Crystal Cascades will go out for public feedback after Cairns Regional Council this week endorsed a proposal to upgrade facilities at the popular...
Apr 25, 2019
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Mackay Regional Council announces pool closures as part of upgrade and maintenance program
Mackay Regional Council has announced a series of staggered closures of four of its aquatic facilities over the cooler months for scheduled maintenance. The Memorial Swim...
Apr 22, 2019
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Aquatics
Rescuers drown after boat flips in surf off Victoria's Great Ocean Road
Two volunteer surf life saving rescuers, believed to be father and son, have died off Victoria’s southern coast while rescuing a tourist in treacherous swells. A 30-year-old...
Apr 21, 2019
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Swimming Australia partners to research growth and development
Swimming Australia and the University of Sydney have partnered on a world-first nation-wide research project, H2Grow. The project is aimed at investigating the impact growth...
Apr 18, 2019
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Belmont Oasis Leisure Centre named top council facility at 2019 Australian Fitness Awards
Perth’s Belmont Oasis Leisure Centre has been acknowledged as the Council/Licensed Fitness Centre of the Year at the 2019 Australian Fitness Awards, presented by Fitness...
Apr 17, 2019
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Feasibility study undertaken for Mudgee indoor pool
A feasibility study into the viability of an indoor pool in Mudgee is being undertaken by Mid-Western Regional Council. Mid-Western Regional Council General Manager Brad Cam has...
Apr 17, 2019
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Lords Recreation Centre benefits from equipment and facility upgrades
The City of Subiaco in Perth has recently completed some significant upgrades at Lords Recreation Centre with the installation of the Jonas Leisure Envibe software management...
Apr 16, 2019
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Napier City Council moves forward with new aquatic facility plans
Napier City Council has approved the scope for tender for its new aquatic facility, with Councillors yesterday voting 7/6 in favour of proceeding with the project. The tender...
Apr 16, 2019
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National Sports Convention program explores encouraging children and young people to be more active
Organisers of the 2019 National Sports Convention have advised that a significant element of the program will focus on future generations, exploring how to engage and encourage...
Apr 16, 2019
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Sunshine Leisure Centre introduces year-round outdoor swimming
Brimbank Council’s Sunshine Leisure Centre has added year-round outdoor swimming to their service offerings, trialling new outdoor pool winter hours from 1st May. Explaining the...
Apr 16, 2019
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Aquatic Industry Committee opens Industry Workforce Survey
Royal Life Saving Society - Australia, on behalf of the National Aquatic Industry Safety Committee (NAISC), has opened a survey for all who work in the aquatic industry. Now...
Apr 16, 2019
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Aquatics
Developer starts petition to back Perth Wave Park while looking at Adelaide location
With its plans to develop a wave park on the banks of Perth's Swan River halted by a Western Australian Government decision to reject its use of Crown land, developer URBNSURF...
Apr 14, 2019
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Environment
Melbourne CBD water tank installation highlights dangers of inland waterways
Life Saving Victoria is urging people to think about the hidden dangers of inland waterways during the Victorian school holidays and leading into the Easter public holiday...
Apr 11, 2019
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City Councillor reveals secret decision about proposed Adelaide Crows base at ageing Adelaide Aquatic Centre
Adelaide City Councillors have agreed in confidence to progress the Adelaide Crows’ push to establish a sports and community centre at the ageing Adelaide Aquatic Centre site in...
Apr 11, 2019
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University of Canberra launches new swimming club with Tracey Menzies as head coach
The University of Canberra has launched a new swim club with Tracey Menzies, the woman who guided Australian legend Ian Thorpe to Olympic gold medals in the men’s 200 metres and...
Apr 9, 2019
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Royal Life Saving opens nominations for third year of National Aquatic Industry Safety Awards
Royal Life Saving Society - Australia has opened nominations for its 2019 National Aquatic Industry Safety Awards which aim to recognise individuals, organisation and aquatic...
Apr 7, 2019
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Campbelltown aquatic and fitness centres offer Free fitness passes for Youth Week
Young people in Campbelltown aged between 16 and 25 will be able to enjoy free access to Council’s pools, gyms and fitness classes to celebrate Youth Week. New members can use...
Apr 6, 2019
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NSOs welcome Federal budget funding boost
Australia’s national sport organisations have welcomed this week’s Federal budget announcement of a $300 million allocation for sport and a $54 million boost for high...
Apr 5, 2019
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Golf
Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre achieves highest ever score in Aquatic Facility Safety Audit
Sydney’s Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre have achieved their highest ever score in Royal Life Saving Society - Australia’s annual Aquatic Facility Safety Audit, retaining their 5-star...
Apr 4, 2019
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New waterslide enhances popularity of West Wyalong pool
A new waterslide at the Holland Park Pool in West Wyalong in the Central West region of NSW has proved a popular attraction during the summer months. Installed by Australian...
Apr 3, 2019
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Waterparks
Federal budget includes $385 million to implement Sport 2030 plan
The Federal budget, announced last night by Treasurer Josh Frydenberg, includes a $385.4 million package to implement Sport 2030 - Australia’s first national sports plan, a...
Apr 2, 2019
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