News: Aquatics
'Miserable weather' impacts guest numbers at Hastings Splash Planet
Poor weather during its traditional peak summer period has impacted guest numbers at the Splash Planet waterpark and amusement attraction in Hawke’s Bay with Hastings District...
Jan 16, 2025
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Waterparks
Putney Park Swim Site opening postponed due to Sydney’s severe storm activity
Severe storm activity across Sydney this week, with more inclement weather forecasted has seen the City of Ryde postpone the official opening of the Putney Park swim site from...
Jan 15, 2025
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Environment
New operator announced for Wimmera River Pedal Boats tourism offering
Horsham Rural City Council has appointed private entity, The Boat House, to operate the Wimmera River Pedal Boats. The Boat House has been managing the boats near Horsham City...
Jan 15, 2025
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Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre introduces inland Water Safety Program
The Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre has introduced a new Inland Water Safety Program aimed at equipping children aged six to 14 years with essential survival skills in...
Jan 14, 2025
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Swimming NSW announces Veriu as accommodation partner for championship events
Swimming NSW has partnered with Veriu Macquarie Park, offering exclusive benefits to swimmers and their families traveling to Sydney Olympic Park for Swimming NSW Championship...
Jan 14, 2025
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Aquatics
Construction commences on Albany Artificial Reef Project
Construction has commenced on Western Australia's artificial 'Southern Ocean Surf Reef' at Middleton Beach in Albany – aimed at attracting surfers and tourists to the Great...
Jan 14, 2025
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Seymour War Memorial Outdoor Pool to reopen following flood repair
Mitchell Shire Council has advised that the Seymour War Memorial Outdoor Pool, located 40km north of Melbourne, is reopening on 17th January. Widespread damage from the October...
Jan 14, 2025
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Environment
Debris of uncertain origin causes closure of Sydney’s northern beaches
Nine of Sydney’s northern beaches have been closed today following the discovery of numerous white and grey marble-sized balls on the shorelines. Sydney’s Northern Beaches...
Jan 14, 2025
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South Australian lifesaving bodies train staff to keep pools open
Swimming pools have been kept open for communities in South Australia’s far north following the South Australian Department for Education having delivered a targeted recruitment...
Jan 13, 2025
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Broome’s Cable Beach redevelopment receives $9 million boost
Broome’s Cable Beach Foreshore Redevelopment has secured an additional $9 million in funding for the next stage of work to transform the foreshore into a globally recognised...
Jan 13, 2025
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Play
Shane Gould supports Sandon Point Surf Club in promotion of anti-drowning floating initiative
Committed to water safety and education in her post elite swimming career, Dr Shane Gould has today backed the Sandon Point Surf Club in its initiative to promote the Float to...
Jan 13, 2025
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New Putney Park swim site to open on Parramatta River
A new Putney Park swim site is to have its official opening on the Parramatta River on Saturday 18th January - marking a new era of river recreation in the City of Ryde. The new...
Jan 13, 2025
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Aquatics
Construction underway on Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre project
Following the construction tender for Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre having been awarded by Wanneroo Council to Western Australian based PS Structures Pty Ltd, the...
Jan 12, 2025
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Venues /
Aquatics
BLINK Design Group highlights its advances in ‘placemaking’ and wellness design
BLINK Design Group has ushered in the New Year with a celebration of what it achieved in 2024, from another award-winning year of hotel and resort design inspired by its...
Jan 12, 2025
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Emergency Response Beacons assist efforts of NSW surf life savers
Emergency Response Beacons (ERBs) installed at beach locations across New South Wales, directly connect callers to Surf Life Saving NSW’s State Operations Centre, enabling the...
Jan 11, 2025
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Aquatics
Gold Coast City Council makes case to stage Brisbane 2032 aquatic events
Gold Coast City Council is advocating to host a number of marquee sporting events - including swimming - for the 2032 Brisbane Olympic and Paralympic Games. Gold Coast Mayor Tom...
Jan 10, 2025
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Aquatics
Water safety knowledge and confidence boosted via Float to Survive with GOswim campaign
Belgravia Leisure’s GOswim program saw over 60,000 GOSwim students in almost 80 swim school locations across Australia absorb the Float to Survive with GOswim message, with a...
Jan 9, 2025
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Aquatics
Swimming NZ continues to provide valuable support via Disability Swimming Fund
Swimming NZ is continuing their support for individuals living with a disability to access swimming and advises they have been able to provide financial support to 28 successful...
Jan 9, 2025
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Aquatics
Glen Eira Council reopens redeveloped Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool
Glen Eira City Council has celebrated the reopening of the redeveloped Carnegie Memorial Swimming Pool/Carnegie Swim Centre, a much-loved community facility now revitalised to...
Jan 7, 2025
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Fitness
Launceston Leisure and Aquatic Centre’s system upgrade saves time and boosts group fitness
The switch to a more modern facility management system at the Launceston Leisure and Aquatic Centre has already led to a 25% reduction in administration time, with potential for...
Jan 6, 2025
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Near-tragedy prompts beach safety warning from Lake Macquarie City Council
Lake Macquarie City Council has advised of a near- tragedy in which a 12-year-old boy required resuscitation after being buried head-first in the sand. The incident has prompted...
Jan 6, 2025
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Geoff Lord profiled in latest printed Australasian Leisure Management magazine
The career achievements of Geoff Lord, Chairman and Chief Executive of the Belgravia Group, have been charted in a feature in the latest edition (issue 165) of Australasian...
Jan 6, 2025
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Blue Mountains Council reaffirms ‘inappropriate’ swimwear ban
Blue Mountains Leisure Centres, an arm of the Blue Mountains City Council, has reaffirmed via social media, that thongs and g-string swimwear are 'not acceptable' at its...
Jan 6, 2025
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Retail
Surf Life Saving WA coordinates successful Powercraft Skills Maintenance Initiative
Surf Life Saving WA coordinated a Powercraft Skills Maintenance Initiative in December 2024 which has since wrapped up, having proven to be a success. Held across three...
Jan 6, 2025
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Aquatics