News: Aquatics
SGL expands consultancy with new Pacific Islands venture
Leading industry consultants SGL is investing in the future of the Pacific Islands with the formation of a new company, SGL Pacific Limited. Having completed a range of projects...
Sep 4, 2014
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IQ and Pierce Pool Supplies appointed exclusive distributor for S.R.Smith products
S.R.Smith (formerly Anti Wave Australia) has appointed International Quadratics and Pierce Pool Supplies as the exclusive national distributor for their entire product range....
Sep 3, 2014
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Aquatics
Four designs submitted for Mornington Peninsula Council's Southern Peninsula Aquatic Centre
Mornington Peninsula Shire Council has revealed the four designs that it has received for its planned Southern Peninsula Aquatic Centre in Rosebud. The controversial plan to...
Sep 2, 2014
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Mildura Riverfront project to include aquatic play park
Residents and visitors will have a new place to cool off on hot summer days in Mildura with the recent announcement that the $18.3 million Mildura Riverfront project will...
Aug 30, 2014
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Mariners open first stage of their Centre of Excellence
The Central Coast Mariners have opened the first stage of their Centre of Excellence campus. Located in Tuggerah on the NSW Central Coast, the training headquarters and...
Aug 30, 2014
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Waterslides ready to ride in advance of Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre opening
Waterslides at the soon-to-open Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre (PARC) were recently inspected by local Federal MP for Dunkley, Bruce Billson who joined Frankston Mayor...
Aug 28, 2014
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Swimmers need medical treatment after chlorine leak at Craigie Leisure Centre
More than 20 people needed medical treatment after a chlorine incident last week at the Craigie Leisure Centre in north Perth. The City of Joondalup run facility was evacuated...
Aug 27, 2014
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All new Aqualink Box Hill makes a splash in the community
Since a $30 million plus redevelopment of Aqualink Box Hill by Whitehorse City Council, the facility has been attracting massive support from the city’s residents. Each week the...
Aug 26, 2014
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New General Manager to steer Wet’n’Wild Sydney's second season
With Wet'n'Wild Sydney set to open for its second season on 20th September, a new General Manager, Dianne Rigg, will be at the helm of the waterpark’s team. Longtime Village...
Aug 26, 2014
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ARV Conference opens in Melbourne
The 2014 Aquatics and Recreation Victoria (ARV) Industry Conference opens in Melbourne today (27th August). Being held over three days, until Friday 29th August, at the...
Aug 26, 2014
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Aquatics
Dubai unveils floating wheelchairs for beachgoers with special needs
New floating wheelchairs, launched by the Dubai Municipality at the Emirate’s Al Mamzar and Jumeirah beach, aim to give the full beach experience for those with special needs....
Aug 26, 2014
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Cairns Regional Council reveals plans for attractions and recreation precinct
Cairns Regional Council is propsing the establishment of a sport and recreation precinct in the city’s south, with plans likely to include a $3 million upgrade for the...
Aug 25, 2014
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Thanyapura welcomes new aquatic head coach
The Thanyapura Phuket active healthy lifestyle resort has announced the appointment of Miguel Lopez Alvarado as its new Aquatics Head Coach. Spaniard Alvarado has more than 20...
Aug 25, 2014
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Artesian spa development aims to attract visitors to outback Queensland
A newly opened artesian spa complex in south-west Queensland is aiming to boost visitor numbers travelling to the town of Yowah. Utilising hot water from the Great Artesian...
Aug 22, 2014
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Aquatics
BIG4 Sunshine South West Rocks to open castaway themed waterpark
BIG4 Sunshine South West Rocks Holiday Park has just kicked off work on the park’s most exciting project to date, converting an old fishing trawler into the centerpiece of a...
Aug 21, 2014
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Awards to recognise outstanding contributions to New Zealand recreation
Stakeholders in New Zealand’s recreation industry have less than a month left to nominate organisations and individuals that have made exceptional contributions to improving...
Aug 20, 2014
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Belgravia Leisure marks 10 years of facility management in Queensland
Belgravia Leisure recently marked 10 years of facility management in the Sunshine State. Commencing operations at the Valley Pool in Brisbane on 1st July 2004 the company has...
Aug 19, 2014
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Sunbather expands in South Australia
Leading solar pool heating and pool cover company Sunbather Pool Technologies has announced a new partnership with Kym Mader of Solar Pool Heating SA to create ‘Sunbather SA’....
Aug 19, 2014
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Environment
Undercover Dubai police arrest more than 20,000 beachgoers in two years
Dubai police arrested more than 20,000 beachgoers over the last two years for a variety of offences such as pestering or filming sunbathers and swimming in the sea in underwear....
Aug 18, 2014
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New OCBC Aquatic Centre encourages water safety and elite performance
Facilities at Singapore's new OCBC Aquatic Centre, part of the Singapore Sports Hub, are offering local residents the opportunity to improve their water safety and swimming...
Aug 18, 2014
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Tennant Creek pool plans move forward
Residents in the Northern Territory town of Tennant Creek will soon enjoy a new pool complex and sport facilities, with plans being drafted for a significant upgrade of...
Aug 17, 2014
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Australian Innovative Systems to be recognised by International Business Awards
Brisbane-based Australian Innovative Systems (AISystems) is to receive double recognition at the upcoming 2014 ‘Stevie’ International Business Awards. At an upcoming Gala...
Aug 15, 2014
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Work to start on key Gold Coast Commonwealth Games facilities
Work on key facilities for the 2018 Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast will get underway in coming months. Inspecting the Gold Coast Aquatic Centre at Southport yesterday...
Aug 15, 2014
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Qatar Aqua Park attracts 15,000 visitors during Eid holidays
Aqua Park, Qatar’s only waterpark, attracted 15,000 visitors during the Eid al-Fitr holidays. A range of pirate-themed activities and celebrations were held at the park during...
Aug 13, 2014
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