News: Aquatics
Swimming Australia announces head coaching team for 2028 LA Olympic and Paralympic Games
Rohan Taylor, the swimming coach who steered the Dolphins to success in Paris, preceded by the swimming team’s most successful Games at the Tokyo Olympics, has been reappointed...
Dec 19, 2024
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Reflections Hawks Nest opens new Saltwater Pool
Reflections Hawks Nest holiday park, situated between Bennett's Beach and Hawks Nest near Port Stephens on the NSW mid north coast, has opened a large saltwater pool in time for...
Dec 19, 2024
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New waterplay and ninja warrior course launched at Brickpit Park
Hornsby Shire Council has unveiled its newly upgraded playground at the popular Brickpit Park in Thornleigh, featuring Council’s first junior ninja warrior course, a junior...
Dec 18, 2024
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Canberra's Big Splash pool and waterpark fails to open for summer
With temperatures rising, ACT residents are facing a summer without being able to access the Big Splash Waterpark in the Canberra suburb of Belconnen. Reports indicate that the...
Dec 17, 2024
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City Venue Management announces new leadership structure to drive growth and innovation
City Venue Management (CVM) has announced a pivotal transformation in its organisational structure and leadership team, with Reece Rackley transitioning to the newly created...
Dec 17, 2024
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Aquatics
More than 100 delegates attend ARV's Fitness and Wellness Summit
Aquatics and Recreation Victoria (ARV) has advised of the success of its annual Fitness and Wellness Summit, hosted at Ikon Park in the Melbourne suburb of Carlton. Over 100...
Dec 17, 2024
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CERM PI research team extends deadline for input to latest survey of aquatic and recreation centres
Undertaking its yearly trends survey of expensive recovery and membership types in aquatic, recreation and sport centres, the CERM PI research team from the University of South...
Dec 17, 2024
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Regeneration Projects’ Birrarung work recognised in City of Yarra Community Awards
Environmental consultancy Regeneration Projects has been honoured for its 'Contribution to Sustainability' at the City of Yarra Community Awards 2024. Regeneration Projects...
Dec 17, 2024
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City of Onkaparinga to match Federal funding for Noarlunga Aquatic Centre upgrades
The City of Onkaparinga council has voted to march the Federal Government's recently announced $5.4 million funding for the upgrade of the Noarlunga Aquatic Centre. To help...
Dec 16, 2024
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Works advance on new Bundaberg Aquatic Centre
The Bundaberg Aquatic Centre is making strides towards its highly anticipated completion, with three new and accessible pools set to open to the public early in the second half...
Dec 16, 2024
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‘Keep Your Cool at the Pool’ Campaign urges respect for lifeguards and other aquatic facility staff
Amid rising instances of abuse, violence and aggression directed at staff working in aquatic facilities around the country, Royal Life Saving Society - Australia has launched a...
Dec 15, 2024
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Australian Swim Schools Association and International Swim Schools Association formalise partnership
The Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) and the International Swim Schools Association (ISSA) have formalised their partnership in what is referred to as “a major step in...
Dec 15, 2024
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Swimming Australia announces head coaching appointment ahead of 2028 LA Olympic Games
Swimming Australia has announced the head coaching appointment of Fernando Possenti to spearhead the next four-year cycle of its open water team towards the 2028 LA Olympic...
Dec 15, 2024
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Aquatics
New draft guidelines released for safe diving at aquatic facilities
A draft guideline for safe diving at aquatic facilities has been released by Royal Life Saving - Australia on behalf of the National Aquatic Industry Committee (NAIC) for public...
Dec 12, 2024
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Griffith to host Swimming NSW country regional swimming championships 2025
Griffith Regional Aquatic Leisure Centre is set to host an exciting showcase of regional swimming talent as over 500 athletes from across NSW converge for the 2025 Country...
Dec 11, 2024
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AALARA announces dates for 2025 Conference
The Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) has announced that its 2025 industry conference will be held at The Star on the Gold Coast from 12th to...
Dec 11, 2024
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Test pool fills conducted at new Adelaide Aquatic Centre site
Test pool fills have been conducted for the 50-metre indoor pool and the Learn to Swim indoor pool at the new Adelaide Aquatic Centre site – marking the first time either pool...
Dec 11, 2024
Aquatics
Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre to mark 30 years of operations
The Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre (BALC) is looking to celebrates 30 years of service to the community with a free open day on Saturday 14th December between 1pm and...
Dec 10, 2024
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Swimplex rolls out Sx50 Starting Platform
Swimplex’s high performance Sx50 starting platform is gaining increasing recognition - being installed in aquatic facilities around the country. The next generation swimming...
Dec 10, 2024
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Ben Rzoska and Harry Roberts secure Recreation Aotearoa Awards
Christchurch City Council’s Recreation and Sport Operations Manager Ben Rzoska has received the Paul Stuart Memorial Award at the Recreation Aotearoa Awards for his outstanding...
Dec 10, 2024
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Life Saving Victoria latest drowning report reveals death spike among young and multicultural Victorians
Life Saving Victoria has this week released its 2023-24 Life Saving Victoria Drowning Report, which provides data and insights on drowning incidents across the state. The report...
Dec 10, 2024
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Lynxight innovative drowning prevention technology improves swimmer safety in Logan
Lynxight innovative drowning prevention technology – which uses overhead cameras and specialist software to detect unusual movement in the water – has been installed at Gould...
Dec 9, 2024
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Lake Macquarie’s Toronto Baths reopened for summer
A $1.4 million upgrade to the historic Toronto Baths has been completed in time for the peak swimming season, with the facility now fully enclosed and more accessible. The...
Dec 9, 2024
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Aquatics
IOA partners with SWIM to launch aquaphobia program across Southern Hemisphere
The Institute of Aquaphobia (IOA) has announced a significant partnership with SWIM Coaches and Teachers Australia (SWIM/SCTA) to expand access to resources and training aimed...
Dec 9, 2024
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