News: Aquatics
Christchurch City Council highlights benefits of adult swimming lessons
Christchurch City Council has highlighted the benefits of adult swimming lessons which it offers as part of the Swimsmart programme held at Graham Condon, Jellie Park, Matatiki...
Jan 6, 2025
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Ballarat’s sporting facilities showcased during array of Summer events
Ballarat is set to host seven different sporting events showcasing the city's impressive facilities and anticipated to attract thousands of visitors. The diverse mixture...
Jan 6, 2025
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London's Design Museum to celebrate a century of swimming and style
A major exhibition celebrating a century of aquatics - covering sports performance, architecture and fashion - is to be held at London's Design Museum from 28th March to 17th...
Jan 6, 2025
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Royal Life Saving to stage symposium on future of aquatic facilities
As part of its ongoing work in advocating for aquatic facility infrastructure across the country, Royal Life Saving Society - Australia, on behalf of the National Aquatic...
Jan 5, 2025
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Launch for VICSWIM program’s 49th year
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan and Minister for Education Ben Carroll have today launched VICSWIM 2025, joining Aquatics and Recreation Victoria (ARV) Chief Executive Kathy...
Jan 5, 2025
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Affluent suburbs of Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney benefit from enhanced swimming pool provision
Public swimming pools in affluent areas of Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane are provided for as few 7,000 residents, while newer and outlying suburbs may have a ratio as high as...
Jan 3, 2025
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Bushfire evacuation centre opened at Albany Leisure and Aquatic Centre
Out-of-control bushfires in Western Australia's south have prompted the opening of an evacuation centre at the Albany Leisure and Aquatic Centre over recent days. The facility...
Jan 2, 2025
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South Australian sports voucher program expands to include music lessons and active recreation
The South Australian Government has expanded its Sports Vouchers program, incorporating for the first time, music lessons and active recreation. Under the refreshed program name...
Jan 2, 2025
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Swim Coaches and Teachers Australia to stage SWIMCON international event in Nepal
Swim Coaches and Teachers Australia (SWIM/SCTA) has announced that it is to stage an international version of its SWIMCON event in Nepal from 6th to 8th March. To be held at the...
Jan 2, 2025
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Inverell Aquatic Centre to host Swimming NSW regional championship event in 2026
Inverell Shire Council will host the 2026 Swimming NSW Country Regional Meet at its new Inverell Aquatic Centre on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th January 2026. The two-day event,...
Jan 1, 2025
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Survey reveals world’s best natural swimming pools
A newly released survey has uncovered the world’s best natural swimming pools, with Sydney’s Bondi Icebergs and Bronte Baths ranking in the top five, as well as six other pools...
Dec 31, 2024
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NSW Country Pool Managers Conference heads to Hunter Valley in 2025
The NSW Country Pool Managers Conference has announced that its 2025 conference will be held in the NSW Hunter Valley on 14th and 15th May next year. To be staged at the...
Dec 30, 2024
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Delayed opening for Clarence Regional Aquatic Centre
Clarence Valley Council has advised that ongoing wet weather over recent months has caused delays in the completion of the Clarence Regional Aquatic Centre. The Council has...
Dec 29, 2024
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SPASA to premiere Pool Spa Life Australia TV show on 4th January
The SPASA (Swimming Pool and Spa Association) is set to premiere a TV series highlighting inspiration and innovation in domestic swimming pools. Hosted by Walt Collins, Pool Spa...
Dec 28, 2024
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Drowning deaths rise over ‘deadliest week’ of the Christmas holidays
Despite warning about the dangers of open water through the peak holiday period, the summer has brought a rise in drowning deaths. Royal Life Saving Society - Australia has...
Dec 27, 2024
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Children’s Pool hours extended at Geelong’s Eastern Beach
The City of Greater Geelong has advised of the extended supervised hours for the Children's Pool at Eastern Beach from 9am - 7pm daily – effective from Boxing Day until the end...
Dec 27, 2024
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Funfields Theme Park opens new attractions
Funfields Theme Park, located 40 minutes from Melbourne, launched two new attractions on Boxing Day: Lava Lagoon heated lazy river and the Cyber Drift bumper cars. Cyber Drift...
Dec 26, 2024
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Kiama Council urges water safety following two drownings
Kiama Council Mayor Cameron McDonald has urged safe use of beaches and waterways after two drownings this holiday season. A drowning was reported at south Bombo Beach yesterday...
Dec 26, 2024
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Swimming Australia names coaches and program partners driving its performance hubs
With Australia boasting a population of 27 million, Swimming Australia’s performance hubs allow the Dolphins – considered a minnow in regard to population and subsequent talent...
Dec 22, 2024
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Construction commences on Perth's newest beach and first ocean pool
Works have commenced on Perth's newest family-friendly beach and 50-metre coastal pool, marking an important step in the delivery of the $272.3 million transformation of the new...
Dec 22, 2024
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SWIM Coaches and Teachers Australia welcomes elite coaching appointments for LA 2028
SWIM Coaches & Teachers Australia (SWIM/SCTA) has congratulated the “remarkable coaches” appointed to guide Swimming Australia’s national teams through the next Olympic and...
Dec 20, 2024
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Swimming Australia approves new constitution giving athletes and clubs more say in governance
Swimming Australia’s nine voting members - made up of the seven State and Territory Member Organisations, Swim Coaches and Teachers Australia (SWIM/SCTA) and the Australian...
Dec 19, 2024
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Royal Life Saving WA and LIWA Aquatics celebrate 20 years of Watch Around Water program
Celebrating a legacy of water safety in aquatic facilities, LIWA Aquatics has joined with Royal Life Saving WA to mark the 20th anniversary of its Watch Around Water program....
Dec 19, 2024
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Australian Swim Schools Association and NSW Aquatic and Recreation Institute to stage joint conference in 2025
Aiming to deliver on commitments for more unity in the aquatics industry, the Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) and the Aquatic and Recreation Institute NSW (ARI NSW)...
Dec 19, 2024
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