News: Aquatics
Revamped Whyalla Health and Leisure Centre reopens
The Whyalla Health and Leisure Centre has been reopened after a million dollar redevelopment. The Centre, which houses a pool, gymnasium and fitness club, has been repainted,...
Feb 20, 2014
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Gold Coast inventor and Waterco advance chlorine-free commercial pool filtration
Having cleared regulatory hurdles in Queensland, Waterco's newly released Hydroxypure chlorine-free commercial swimming pool filtration system is set be introduced in swimming...
Feb 19, 2014
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Mid year construction start for $217 million Christchurch multi-sport facility
Construction of the new $217 million Christchurch aquatic, recreation and sport facility in the heart of the earthquake damaged city is due to start in the second half of 2014....
Feb 18, 2014
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New Zealand's big picture of its aquatic, recreation and sport facility network
With work now completed on the two national facility strategies, for aquatic sports and indoor sports, Sport NZ has its best picture ever of New Zealand's aquatic, recreation...
Feb 17, 2014
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Gosford Lifeguards win Annual Bondi Lifeguard Relay
The 30th Annual Bondi Lifeguard Relay Cup Challenge has been won by Gosford City's Lifeguard team. Held yesterday (Thursday 13th February) at Bondi Beach in overcast and almost...
Feb 14, 2014
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Gold Coast Aquatic Centre reaches milestone
The Gold Coast Aquatic Centre is rapidly taking shape with completion of the centre's roof marking another major construction milestone in the $41 million redevelopment project....
Feb 14, 2014
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Manly Council to proceed with $15 million redevelopment of Andrew 'Boy' Charlton Swim Centre
Undeterred by local opposition and dissent among councillors, the $15 million redevelopment of the Manly Swim Centre is to go ahead, with Manly Council granting a development...
Feb 13, 2014
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School Games to bring thousands of students and parents to Adelaide
Thousands of primary and secondary school students and their parents will converge on Adelaide next year for the 2015 Pacific School Games. South Australia's bid to host the...
Feb 11, 2014
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Port Hedland celebrates official opening of $11.3 million aquatic centre
Over year after its completion, the Town of Port Hedland has celebrated the official reopening of the South Hedland Aquatic Centre (SHAC). Backed by funding partners, including...
Feb 10, 2014
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Aquatics, parks and recreation sectors combine for South Australian industry conference
Industry sectors in South Australia have combined to stage a joint aquatics, parks and recreation conference on 7th and 8th April at Adelaide's Morphettville Racecourse. The...
Feb 7, 2014
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City of Greater Bendigo reveals plans for new aquatic and wellness centre
The City of Greater Bendigo has released the final 'schematic plans' for what it refers to as its "number one priority project" the Greater Bendigo Indoor Aquatic Leisure and...
Feb 5, 2014
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Works commence on Australia's third LatiTube standing surf wave simulator
Work has begun on what will be Australia's third LatiTube standing surf wave simulator at the Ryde Aquatic Leisure Centre (RALC) in Sydney. The $3.5 million project, which is...
Feb 5, 2014
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Plans progress on Napier wave park
Plans to introduce a Wavegarden artificial surf wave attraction by Napier City Council are set to take another step forward with the Council seeking the green light to prepare a...
Feb 4, 2014
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Adventure Cove Water Splashpark proves popular at BIG4 Merimbula Tween Waters
BIG4 Merimbula Tween Water's new Adventure Cove Water Splashpark has been the perfect antidote to scorching summer heat since its 23rd December opening. More than 300 visitors...
Feb 4, 2014
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Neptune-Benson installs sand filters at Sheraton Mirage Port Douglas Resort
Leading commercial pool filtration systems manufacturer Neptune-Benson has provided details of its project to supply the Defender® aquatic filtration system to the Sheraton...
Feb 3, 2014
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Aquatic and Recreation Institute gets NSW Government backing for active over 50s program
The NSW Government has partnered with the Aquatic and Recreation Institute (ARI) to deliver a pilot program that will help people aged 50 and over to stay healthy and active...
Feb 3, 2014
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Tourism operators disappointed by Great Barrier Reef dredging decision
Great Barrier Reef tour operators say a Federal Government decision to allow the dumping of dredge spoil near the reef's marine park area will affect the region's tourism...
Feb 3, 2014
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Expansion still planned at Coffs Harbour's The Big Banana
Having faced a challenging winter season, Coffs Harbour attraction The Big Banana has been enjoying a busy summer period and is once again looking at its expansion plans. The...
Jan 31, 2014
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International swimming champions dive into Perth
Some of the biggest names in international swimming have descended on Perth for the 2014 BHP Billiton Aquatic Super Series. Some of the biggest names in international swimming...
Jan 31, 2014
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Council clarifies management change at Alice Springs Aquatic and Leisure Centre
Alice Springs Town Council has clarified its May 2013 decision to take on the management of the Alice Springs Aquatic and Leisure Centre, terminating the contract of facility...
Jan 30, 2014
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Funding backs reopening of MacDonnell Regional Council swimming pools
Central Australian communities can once again enjoy aquatic recreation with the MacDonnell Regional Council reopening three community pools in mid-January. Swimming pools in the...
Jan 29, 2014
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Countdown to FILEX 2014 Convention
After 20 successful years in Sydney, the Australian Fitness Network's flagship event is heading to Melbourne. Marking the biggest physical change in the event's history, the...
Jan 29, 2014
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Work starts on $47.2 million Werribee Sports and Fitness Centre expansion
With the Wyndham community being Victoria's fastest growing municipality, work on a $47.2 million expansion of the Werribee Sports and Fitness Centre has begun. Launching works...
Jan 28, 2014
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Audio visual services set for install at Frankston's new Peninsula Aquatic Recreation Centre
AV Media Systems have been named as the successful tenderer for the provision of complete Audio Visual services for the new Frankston City Council's new Peninsula Aquatic...
Jan 27, 2014
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