News: Aquatics
Swimmers make the most of refurbished facilities at Darwin’s Parap Pool
Swimmers have been making the most of the refurbished Parap Pool in Darwin since its reopening on 2nd January. After a $14 million redevelopment the YMCA-managed facility now...
Jan 14, 2018
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17th FINA World Championships venue wins at International Sport Awards
The 2017 FINA World Championships’ high diving competition venue was chosen as the Sport Venue of the Year at the 2017 International Sport Awards. Presented at the end of last...
Jan 14, 2018
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New Zealand holiday period drowning toll stands at five
Figures from Water Safety New Zealand (WSNZ) indicate the preventable fatal drowning toll for the official holiday period (running from 4pm on 22nd December 2017 to 6am on 3rd...
Jan 13, 2018
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Regional NSW high school students gain free access to gym and pool facilities
An innovative trial in regional NSW is giving students at the Quirindi High School free access to both Quirindi and Werris Creek pools and the Quirindi Recreation Centre....
Jan 12, 2018
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New career pathway for lifeguards from mixed cultural backgrounds
Collaboration between the YMCA and Life Saving Victoria (LSV) has resulted in the training and employment of a group of young multi-cultural lifeguards at City of Greater...
Jan 10, 2018
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Countdown to 2018 World’s Largest Swimming Lesson
The World Waterpark Association has announced that the 2018 edition of the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson (WLSL) will take place on Thursday 21st June. This ninth edition of...
Jan 10, 2018
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Royal Life Saving WA recognises quick-thinking lifeguards
Four quick-thinking lifeguards have been rewarded for their lifesaving skills with Gold Star Bravery Awards from Royal Life Saving Society - Western Australia. James Annetts,...
Jan 7, 2018
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International partnership to enhance drowning prevention
The Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) and the USA-based The Josh Project are collaborating to enhance learn to swim, water safety skills and education as vital means to...
Jan 7, 2018
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Arrests made after south Auckland swimming pool brawl
Papakura Police have identified the three males allegedly involved in a brutal gang brawl outside the Massey Park Aquatic Centre on Tuesday 2nd January. Two men have been...
Jan 5, 2018
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High levels of ammonia and body waste detected in Singapore's public pools
A survey of 10 of Singapore’s 24 public swimming pools has revealed high levels of ammonia and other substances in the water. The water quality survey, conducted by the Ngee Ann...
Jan 3, 2018
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Sydney Olympic Park surfing attraction gains development approval
Backers of the URBNSURF Sydney artificial surfing wave attraction have announced the receipt of approval of its development application by the NSW Minister for Planning approved...
Jan 3, 2018
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Prime Minister Turnbull pledges further $3 million to surf lifesavers to curb drowning deaths
Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull has announced $3 million in Federal Government funding to help lifesavers conduct more water rescues. Announcing that said water...
Jan 2, 2018
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Leading Australian lifesavers headed for Adelaide
Top lifesavers from around the nation are set to compete in the prestigious Australian Pool Life Saving Championships being held in Adelaide at the South Australian Aquatic and...
Dec 29, 2017
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Wellington City Council to recycle parks, sport and recreation staff uniforms
Wellington City Council has entered a partnership to recycle used uniforms from its parks, sport, recreation and other staff. The two-year partnership with Waste Minimisation...
Dec 29, 2017
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Research finds high rates of respiratory problems among indoor lifeguards
Lifeguards who spend more than 500 hours a year working at indoor pools are two to six times more likely than colleagues who are exposed less often to have coughs, asthma, and...
Dec 27, 2017
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Parramatta Council defers aquatic centre decision until February 2018
Plans for a new aquatic centre to replace the former Parramatta War Memorial Swimming Pool, which was demolished earlier this year to make way for Western Sydney Stadium, have...
Dec 27, 2017
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Australian Professional Ocean Lifeguard Association issues beach safety reminder
The Australian Professional Ocean Lifeguard Association (APOLA) says everyone needs to continue to play it safe at beaches so loved ones and friends can take home memories of...
Dec 24, 2017
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Ongoing aquatic inflatable innovations from Aflex
Having achieved many notable firsts in its more than 20 years in business, New Zealand-based Aflex technology continues to created unique designs for the Australian, New Zealand...
Dec 21, 2017
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Massive rooftop solar installation launched at Gold Coast Aquatic Centre
A new rooftop solar panel installation at the Gold Coast Aquatic Centre will now supply the centre’s energy needs, creating significant operational savings. Launched earlier...
Dec 20, 2017
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Media storm over Gympie Aquatic Centre’s photographic policy
A Queensland aquatic centre has been caught up in a social media storm after introducing a policy that allows its staff to allegedly check the camera roll of adults before they...
Dec 20, 2017
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Blue Mountains City Council advances swimming pool closure plans
The Blue Mountains City Council is advancing proposals to close at least one of its public swimming pools despite fierce community opposition. The Council's draft Open Space and...
Dec 19, 2017
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Master Builders recognise Commercial Aquatics Australia with National Specialist Contractor award
Commercial Aquatics Australia's works on Crown Towers Perth have been recognised by the Master Builders Association of Australia with the Perth-based company being named...
Dec 19, 2017
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Gold Coast Tourism recognises Lifeguard Warren Young with Honorary Life Member Award
The Board of Directors of Gold Coast Tourism has recognised Warren Young with Honorary Life Member Award for his longstanding contribution to the tourism industry. The Gold...
Dec 18, 2017
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Alex Baumann to help lead Swimming Australia High Performance strategy
Swimming Australia has advised that former Canadian Olympic and Commonwealth Games Gold medallist and former world record holder, Alex Baumann, is to take on a new role as its...
Dec 18, 2017
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