News: Aquatics
American Wave Machines wins wave technology patent lawsuit
American Wave Machines has won what it calls a “major victory” in a patent litigation involving American Wave Machines, Wave Loch Inc., and Light Wave, Inc. after a US Federal...
Dec 10, 2014
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360 Fitness Club offers big city gym facilities in Tamworth
Since opening in April, the new 360 Fitness Club has offered a state-of-the-art aquatic, fitness and recreation facility for the Tamworth region of Northern NSW. Developed under...
Dec 9, 2014
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Ocean-side pool planned for Perth’s Scarborough Beach
The City of Stirling has announced plans for a $26 million ocean-side pool to be built at Perth’s Scarborough Beach. The new eight lane, 50-metre chlorinated, heated pool will...
Dec 9, 2014
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SKC Operations reports record year in leisure retailing
SKC Operations Pty Ltd (SKCorp) has enjoyed a record year servicing existing and new customers in retail management, branded merchandise and uniform provision. Servicing clients...
Dec 9, 2014
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Floating wheelchair generating interest from Australian aquatic environments
A French-designed floating wheelchair is set to improve mobility and access to aquatic environments. Suitable for use on beaches, in waterparks and in aquatic centres, the...
Dec 8, 2014
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Supplier Directory Profile: Heliocol Solar
With worldwide energy costs continuing to rise (and with no relief in sight), Commercial Pool Operators are increasingly turning to solar heating to receive some financial...
Dec 6, 2014
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World Masters Games 2017 venues to showcase all of Auckland
Sports within the official programme of World Masters Games 2017 will be hosted at 45 competition venues across Auckland and the Waikato. The World Masters Games 2017 Organising...
Dec 5, 2014
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Swimming Australia to conduct sexual misconduct review
Swimming Australia has announced that it will conduct a full review of allegations of sexual misconduct involving coaches, officials and swimmers that have purported to have...
Dec 5, 2014
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Austinmer Pool reopening suffers further delay
Closed for repairs since June, the reopening of Wollongong's popular Austinmer Pool has been delayed. Wollongong City Council have advised that only one of the two popular ocean...
Dec 4, 2014
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Surf Life Saving Australia turns Parliament House red and yellow
The Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter has helped turn Canberra's Parliament House red and yellow for a day at the Parliamentary Friends of Surf Life Saving Quarterly Update....
Dec 4, 2014
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Outback Splash accident leaves child with reported skull fracture
Part of the Outback Splash! children's aquatic playground at The Maze Family Fun Park in Perth has been closed after a weekend incident in which a young boy suffered serious...
Dec 3, 2014
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SPLASH! Gold Coast expands in 2016 with GCCEC move
Following the success of its 2014 edition, the SPLASH! Pool & Spa Trade Show, Australasia’s largest swimming pool and spa industry event, will expand in 2016 - moving to the...
Dec 3, 2014
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YMCA Swimathon launches on International Day of People with Disability
The YMCA will today launch its 2015 Swimathon program - coinciding with United Nations International Day of People with Disability. Each year the YMCA Swimathon encourages...
Dec 2, 2014
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New Swimplex Aquatics installed Polin Waterslide opens in South Australia
Swimplex Aquatics have recently delivered a turnkey waterslide in the City of Marion, South Australia. With the former 'hand me down’ waterslide at the Marion Outdoor Swimming...
Dec 1, 2014
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Supplier Directory Profile: Waterplay Solutions Corp
Since 2005, when Waterplay Solutions Corp installed its first project in Australia, the company has imagined bigger splashes, engaging characters, interactive games and fun....
Dec 1, 2014
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Report shows older Australians at risk of open water drowning
Dramatic new research released by Royal Life Saving Society - Australia highlights the significant and growing issue of drowning in older people in Australia. The Report, the...
Dec 1, 2014
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Surf Life Saving WA says beach drowning numbers unacceptable
The number of people drowning off Western Australian beaches is unacceptable, according to Surf Life Saving WA (SLSWA). In its 2013/14 Coastal Safety Report SLSWA has revealed...
Nov 30, 2014
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Professional Lifeguards advocate safety first at Australian beaches
With the commencement of the Australian summer, and beach visitations set to increase, the Australian Professional Ocean Lifeguard Association (APOLA) is reminding all those...
Nov 30, 2014
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Supplier Directory Profile: Ceramic Solutions
Ceramic Solutions excels in the supply and installation of swimming pool tiles and equipment for the aquatic and recreation industry. The Melbourne-based business is widely...
Nov 27, 2014
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NZRA Awards recognise best and brightest in recreation
The New Zealand recreation industry’s most innovative and inspiring individuals and organisations were recognised at the New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA) Awards, held...
Nov 27, 2014
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400 Australian swim schools unite to create a SwimSAFER nation
More than 400 Swim Australia registered Swim Schools are currently participating in EnergyAustralia SwimSAFER Week, which aims to increase watersafety awareness and reduce...
Nov 27, 2014
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New inflatable waterpark unveiled in Queensland
A new portable waterpark, Splash Lagoons, has begun operations at agricultural and country shows in Queensland. Following the success of Waterworld Central and Water Wonderland...
Nov 25, 2014
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Mariners move forward with YMCA Swim School and Centre of Excellence
Having opened its aquatic centre and swim school in July, work on stage two of Central Coast Mariners Centre of Excellence is now underway. A recent ceremony attended by local...
Nov 24, 2014
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Australian Fitness Network unveils FILEX 2015 Program
The Australian Fitness Network has unveiled the program for the 2015 FILEX Convention, being held from 10th to 12th April 2014 at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre....
Nov 24, 2014
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