News: Aquatics
Wavegarden spotlights features that position it as a global leader
Artificial surf wave technology group Wavegarden has spotlighted an array of reasons for selecting its offerings. The energy efficiency of Wavegarden's wave generator, combined...
Feb 11, 2025
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Regeneration Projects advises of progress in making Melbourne's Yarra River swimmable
The ambitious goal to make Melbourne's lower Yarra River/Birrarung swimmable is making progress with the Walk Talk Swim Birrarung environmental education program being designed...
Feb 10, 2025
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Camden Get Active Youth Academy looks to aid disadvantaged young adults
Aiming to uplift disadvantaged youth in south western Sydney, a collaboration between the BlueFit Foundation, AFL NSW/ACT and Camden Council has led to the successful launch of...
Feb 10, 2025
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Ararat Rural City spotlights popularity of its outdoor pools
The Rural City of Ararat, a local government area in western Victoria, has highlighted how their outdoor pools have proven to be a popular attraction this summer, drawing crowds...
Feb 9, 2025
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Surf Life Saving’s leaders of tomorrow attend 2025 National Leadership College
24 surf lifesavers across six Australian states and New Zealand joined together in Sydney from 26th January to 1st February for the annual Surf Life Saving Australia National...
Feb 9, 2025
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Nina Kennedy secures top honour at 2024 WA Sports Star awards
Following an extraordinary season of athletic prowess, pole vault Nina Kennedy has been named the Western Australia Sport Star of the year at the 2024 WA Sport Awards. The award...
Feb 7, 2025
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Uncertainty over future of Canberra's Big Splash pool and waterpark
Having failed to open during the summer school holiday peak season, the future of Canberra's Big Splash Waterpark is in doubt, with ACT opposition politicians calling for its...
Feb 6, 2025
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Belgravia Leisure spotlights impact of their 2024 Community Network Forums
In 2024, Belgravia Leisure engaged and consulted with over 1,000 community stakeholders across Australia and New Zealand through their Community Network Forums. This concept...
Feb 6, 2025
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Powertec Telecommunications appointed to expand mobile coverage at Western Australian regional surf beaches
The Western Australian Government is boosting mobile coverage at regional surf beaches, with Powertec Telecommunications appointed to upgrade telecommunications infrastructure...
Feb 6, 2025
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Royal Life Saving NSW to deliver Seniors Splash water safety program
Royal Life Saving NSW (RLSNSW), in collaboration with Canterbury-Bankstown Council Aquatic Centres will deliver a comprehensive 10 week swimming and water safety program -...
Feb 6, 2025
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Cessnock and Branxton pools secure 5 Star Water Safety Partner Accreditation
Cessnock City Council’s pools at Cessnock and Branxton have been recognised by Royal Life Saving NSW as being exceptionally safe. The swimming facilities have been designated...
Feb 6, 2025
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Lindsay McGrath to depart SPASA Chief Executive role
The Swimming Pool and Spa Association of Australia and New Zealand (SPASA) has today announced that its Chief Executive, Lindsay McGrath has resigned after 10 years at the helm....
Feb 5, 2025
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Ballina Council to enhance beach access at Lighthouse Beach
Ballina Council to enhance beach access at Lighthouse Beach Ballina Shire Council has advised that it will soon start work on a new beach access ramp and improved emergency...
Feb 5, 2025
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Community feedback drives Newcastle Ocean Baths upgrade
The City of Newcastle Council has advised of the progress of its plans for the final stage redevelopment of the Newcastle Ocean Baths following feedback from the community. The...
Feb 4, 2025
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Sunshine Coast Council extends lifeguard service at popular beach
Sunshine Coast Council, together with Surf Life Saving Queensland, has extended daily lifeguard services at Caloundra's Happy Valley Beach until May 2025. The move will see...
Feb 4, 2025
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Selwyn Aquatic Centre to introduce Lynxight drowning prevention technology
Selwyn Aquatic Centre will be the first New Zealand swimming pool to use Lynxight drowning prevention technology to help keep pool users safe. Installation of the system - which...
Feb 4, 2025
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Pools at Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre set for refurbishment
Victoria’s State Sport Centres (SSC) has advised that the outdoor 50 metre pool and indoor multipurpose pool at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC) will close for...
Feb 4, 2025
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First keynotes announced and website launched for SWIMCON25
Swim Coaches and Teachers Australia (SWIM/SCTA) has announced that the official SWIMCON25 Adelaide website is now live, providing a central hub for all event details, speaker...
Feb 3, 2025
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New incidence of pool deck violence at City of Casey aquatic centre
Weeks after the assault of a lifeguard at the Casey ARC, a brawl is understood to have occurred on the pool desk at the weekend at another of the City of Casey’s aquatic...
Feb 3, 2025
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IOC, IPC and IAKS opens entries for biennial international architectural awards
The International Olympic Committee (IOC), the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) and the International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities (IAKS) are inviting...
Feb 2, 2025
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Shellharbour Council team wins Illawarra Lifeguard Challenge
Shellharbour City Council are proud of the efforts of their lifeguards after winning the Illawarra’s Annual Lifeguard Challenge at Surf Beach Kiama. Shellharbour’s dedicated...
Feb 1, 2025
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Construction commences on Ellenbrook aquatic and recreation centre
The City of Swan, located in Perth’s eastern region has advised that construction has commenced on the $108 million regional-level Ellenbrook aquatic and recreation centre -...
Jan 31, 2025
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Inaugural Fluidra Australia Cup water polo tournament a resounding success
Aiming to bolster opportunities for emerging and elite water polo players throughout Australia and the Asia-Pacific region, the inaugural Fluidra Australia Cup has brought...
Jan 30, 2025
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Entrance Control's GymGate solution offers affordable security for aquatic and fitness facilities
A new range of security gates is helping gyms, aquatic and recreation centres and fitness clubs protect their facilities and boost revenue without stretching their budgets, with...
Jan 30, 2025
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