News: Aquatics
Spa and wellness programs attract visitors to Regional Victoria
The promotion of Victoria’s key spa and wellness experiences is the centrepiece of a tourism campaign announced today (Monday 7th April). The $500,000 interstate tourism...
Apr 7, 2014
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Water at South Australian State Aquatic Centre like ‘diving in silk sheets’
Water in the swimming pools at the South Australian State Aquatic Centre in the Adelaide suburb of Marion is treated to a level of cleanliness that has been likened to “diving...
Apr 2, 2014
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Work begins on upgrading South Bank's Streets Beach
Work has begun on the upgrade of the popular Streets Beach and stream area on Brisbane’s South Bank. With the aim of creating a safer and more user-friendly environment, new...
Apr 1, 2014
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South Australia/Northern Territory conference to present ideas to 'transform' leisure
The upcoming South Australia/Northern Territory aquatics, parks and recreation conference will present key ideas on how south and central Australia can grow as a dynamic region...
Mar 31, 2014
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Surf Life Saving Championships commence in Perth
The 2014 Australian Surf Life Saving Championships have commenced at Scarborough Beach in Western Australia, with surf lifesavers from 190 Australian clubs competing in 382...
Mar 31, 2014
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Thanyapura Phuket backs new generation of gifted Asian athletes
Gifted young athletes from Asia and beyond can now be fast-tracked to sporting success without sacrificing a thorough and international standard education as Thanyapura Phuket,...
Mar 30, 2014
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Singapore to develop new venues as part of its Sports Facilities Master Plan
Singapore’s Sports Facilities Master Plan aims to provide a majority of Singaporeans with easy and convenient access to a new generation of sports and recreational facilities...
Mar 28, 2014
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Myrtha displays versatility and innovation
With more than 170 Myrtha swimming pool projects completed in Australia and New Zealand, the Italian-based company’s stainless steel swimming pool technologies and RenovAction...
Mar 28, 2014
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Final weekend to visit Wet'n'Wild Sydney at twilight
After a remarkably successful first summer of operations, this weekend marks the final day when guests can visit the Wet'n'Wild Sydney waterpark at twilight. Saturday (29th...
Mar 27, 2014
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Record 600 participants at Qatar Aquathon
The third annual Aspire Zone Aquathon series concluded last weekend having drawn 600 participants through its five race series. Staged at Doha’s Aspire Zone, the Aquathon...
Mar 27, 2014
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Legal fight continues over design fees for South Australian State Aquatic Centre
After more than a year of dispute, the ongoing legal battle between Melbourne-based architects Peddle Thorp and the South Australian Government over non-payment of $500,000 in...
Mar 26, 2014
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Olympic gold medallist John Konrads joins Noosa Aquatic Centre team
The Noosa Aquatic Centre has introduced an evening swimming squad for adults coached by three-time Olympian John Konrads. Noosa Aquatic Centre Co-ordinator Stephen James said he...
Mar 25, 2014
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Builder settles over Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre delays
Building contractor Hansen Yuncken has agreed to pay Glen Eira Council $2 million to settle a protracted construction contract dispute relating to the delayed opening of the...
Mar 25, 2014
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Mount Gambier Aquatic Centre Biomass Boiler an industry first
The installation of a new biomass boiler at the Mount Gambier Aquatic Centre has made the City of Mount Gambier the first council in Australia to install a biomass boiler for...
Mar 24, 2014
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WaveOz wave ride set for Oz?
Among WaveLoch aquatic products now distributed by WhiteWater West is the innovative WaveOz® - a FlowRider in 'the round'. A virtual street skate park on a sheet wave base,...
Mar 23, 2014
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Newmarket's Olympic Pool celebrates 75 years
The Newmarket Olympic Pools and Fitness Centre has celebrated its 75th anniversary with a family open day and commemorative dinner. Opened in 1940 by the Newmarket Borough...
Mar 19, 2014
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SPLASH! to host World Aquatic Health Conference
The upcoming SPLASH! Event on the Gold Coast is to host the World Aquatic Health Conference (WAHC) - the first time that conference will be held outside the USA. The annual...
Mar 19, 2014
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New brochure and $120 per lock guarantee from Interloc
Interloc Lockers and Seating have launched a new brochure listing their range of lockers, locking and security systems and changing room seating. The Sydney-based company has...
Mar 19, 2014
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State swimming pool & spa associations to combine?
Board members of the four state Swimming Pool and Spa Association bodies (SPASA South Australia, SPASA Western Australia, SPASA Queensland and SPASA Victoria) that form SPASA...
Mar 18, 2014
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New Regupol guide to ease process of choosing a gym floor surface
Choosing a floor to meet the latest fitness trends is set to be an easier process with the release of Regupol's guide the 'Essential Guide to Rubber Flooring'. Featuring new...
Mar 18, 2014
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Work set to commence on first stage of the Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre redevelopment
Work on stage one of the redevelopment of Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre is set to commence in April with Bunbury-based Perkins (WA) Pty Ltd having been selected as the...
Mar 16, 2014
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SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium home to world first shark artificial insemination
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium aquarists and veterinary staff have made history with the birth of a Brown Banded Bamboo shark the first ever shark in Australia to be born via...
Mar 16, 2014
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Insurance broker appointed for Christchurch anchor projects
Insurance broker Marsh Limited has been appointed by the Canterbury Earthquake Recovery Authority (CERA) to act as broker and risk consultant for the Christchurch CBD...
Mar 13, 2014
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Australasia's largest pool and spa trade show returns to the Gold Coast
SPLASH! 2014, Australasia's largest swimming pool and spa trade show is to be held on 16th and 17th July at Jupiters Gold Coast. Returning to the Gold Coast, the biennial event...
Mar 13, 2014
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