News: Aquatics
Innovative artificial wave ride opens in western Sydney
Fairfield City Council has marked the arrival of summer with the opening of an innovative artificial wave ride attraction, the Wave Rider, at its Aquatopia waterpark. Located...
Dec 1, 2017
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Skills Active named among New Zealand’s top workplaces
Skills Active Aotearoa has been announced as a finalist in the Small Workplace category of the 2017 IBM Best Workplaces Survey. New Zealand’s largest and longest-running...
Nov 30, 2017
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Swimming Australia launches Australia Swims participation campaign
Coinciding with the first day of summer, Swimming Australia has launched Australia Swims, a nine-day celebration of the country’s love of swimming and water. Set to run from...
Nov 30, 2017
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2018 World Surf League calendar to include artificial wave park venue
The World Surf League (WSL) will visit the first facility utilising artificial wave technology for its 2018 season as part of a significant overhaul to the calendar for its...
Nov 28, 2017
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Virtual Fitness Classes a first for Bluewater Leisure Centre
The Bluewater Leisure Centre in south western Victoria has announced that it will be launching a range of Les Mills Virtual Group Fitness classes from 1st December. The virtual...
Nov 28, 2017
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South Hedland Aquatic Centre set for post upgrade opening on Australia Day 2018
Maintenance and improvement works on the South Hedland Aquatic Centre are on track, with a grand re-opening party planned for Australia Day 2018. Having experienced a range of...
Nov 28, 2017
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New south east Queensland Swim School to focus on infant swimming
A new family-run swimming facility in the south east Queensland suburb of Ormeau is meeting parents’ demands for infant learn-to-swim teaching. Opened on 25th November, JUMP!...
Nov 27, 2017
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Warning over 'ticking time bombs' in handling and storing pool chemicals
As the peak summer swimming season looms, Australian Innovative Systems (AIS Water) Chief Executive Elena Gosse is calling for increased awareness about the dangers of handling...
Nov 27, 2017
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Eltham Leisure Centre’s fitness club to get major transformation
With its aquatic space having already benefited from a $20 million redevelopment, Nillumbik Shire Council, in partnership with management group Aligned Leisure, is now to...
Nov 26, 2017
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New operators look to revitalise well known Manly waterslide attraction
The operators of the Surf n Slide aquatic attraction in the Sydney suburb of Manly have released plans for its revitalisation with four new waterslides, a surfing wave pool and...
Nov 26, 2017
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Kalgoorlie-Boulder Mayor plans artificial beach and surf wave attraction
Kalgoorlie-Boulder Mayor John Bowler is leading a push for a lagoon-style beach or even a surf park with an artificial wave adjacent to the Goldfields Oasis aquatic and...
Nov 26, 2017
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New Zealand's Exercise Industry Awards recognise excellence
Excellence in providing services, education and facilities to New Zealanders wanting to be active and healthy has been recognised at the annual New Zealand Exercise Industry...
Nov 26, 2017
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Leadership changes at Aligned Leisure
Aligned Leisure has announced the appointment of Shane Dunne as it new Chief Executive, filling the role created by the departure of former postholder Cain Liddle who has become...
Nov 24, 2017
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Swimming Australia’s Anderson appointed Chief Executive at Collingwood FC
Collingwood Football Club has announced that Swimming Australia's Mark Anderson has been appointed its new Chief Executive. He will take over the role vacated by the Magpie's...
Nov 24, 2017
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Water Treatment Services: Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre
Sydney Olympic Park Authority - Request for Tender: RFT ID TRSOPA17174 Category (based on UNSPSC): Water Treatment Services (Swimming Pools & Water Features). Operation &...
Nov 23, 2017
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City of Wanneroo - Facilities, Program and Membership Management System(s)
City of Wanneroo Expression of Interest (17278) - Supply, Install & Implementation of Facilities, Program and Membership Management System(s) The City of Wanneroo is seeking...
Nov 22, 2017
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Rising cost fears lead to review of Christchurch Metro sports facility plans
The New Zealand Government has ordered an urgent review of plans for Christchurch’s new Metro Sports facility amid concern that the project’s $217 million budget could blow out...
Nov 21, 2017
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Nowra Aquatic Park experiences massive visitor growth in two years since refurbishment
Two years on from its $10 million redevelopment, Shoalhaven City Council's Nowra Aquatic Park is proving to be a success with its growing number of patrons. Refurbishing a...
Nov 21, 2017
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ASSA representative to join United States Swim Schools Association’s Special Abilities Committee
As part of the Australian Swim Schools Association’s growing international links, the Association’s Events and Inclusion Manager, Emily McNeill, has been appointed to the United...
Nov 21, 2017
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Works set to begin on $23.8 million Mackay Sports Precinct
Work is set to begin on the first stage of the Mackay Sports Precinct project with a $23.8 million construction tender recently awarded to Paynter Dixon Queensland (PDQ). The...
Nov 21, 2017
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YMCA promotes elite women coaches at South Australian Aquatic and Leisure Centre
The YMCA-managed South Australian Aquatic and Leisure Centre is advancing gender equality at the highest level of swim coaching by joining a leading swim club to appoint an...
Nov 20, 2017
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Young people and partnerships at the heart of YMCA Victoria’s year
After a year of change and transformation, YMCA Victoria has brought to life its new purpose through a refreshingly different take on the traditional Annual Report. Back in...
Nov 19, 2017
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Water Safety New Zealand invests $1.66 million into water safety education
As the lead agency in the water safety sector Water Safety New Zealand (WSNZ) is tasked with delivering funding strategies to tackle the nation's drowning problem. New Zealand...
Nov 16, 2017
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Community feedback sought on planned new Parramatta new aquatic centre
The City of Parramatta Council is seeking community feedback on a proposed model for a new aquatic centre. Aiming to replace the former Parramatta War Memorial Pool – now...
Nov 16, 2017
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