News: Aquatics
VICSWIM program and free pool entry for Murrindindi Shire
Murrindindi Shire Council, situated in the Hume region of Victoria, has announced free entry to their swimming pools for the 2024/2025 season which opens on Saturday 16th...
Nov 10, 2024
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LGBTQI surfers unhappy at WSL tour's inclusion of Abu Dhabi leg
The decision by the World Surf League (WSL) to include artificial wave attraction Surf Abu Dhabi in its newly announced 2025 tour schedule has been strongly opposed by the queer...
Nov 9, 2024
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Maytronics enters into settlement agreement with Chasing Innovation Technology
A settlement agreement reached between Maytronics, a global leader in the swimming pool industry, and Chasing Innovation Technology, will see Chasing cease production and sales...
Nov 7, 2024
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Designs revealed for $55 million Leichhardt Pool upgrade in Sydney's inner west
Designs for the $55 million renovation of the Leichhardt Park Aquatic Centre have today been released by Sydney’s Inner West Council. This marks the biggest upgrade ever...
Nov 7, 2024
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The Big Banana launches new duelling raft slides
Coffs Harbour attraction The Big Banana Fun Park has revealed the expansion of its waterpark with the addition a new waterslide feature, the Duelling Raft Slides. Launched from...
Nov 7, 2024
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Surf Life Saving Australia issues warning ahead of severe heatwave conditions
The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) has issued a severe heatwave warning for many parts of Queensland, Western Australia and Northern Territory, with a hot air mass causing...
Nov 7, 2024
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City of Wanneroo set to install Lynxight anti drowning technology
The City of Wanneroo has advised that it is to install Lynxight anti-drowning prevention technology to help accelerate lifeguard response times at its Aquamotion aquatic centre....
Nov 7, 2024
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Children’s swimwear brand Splash About acquires Australian distributor Little Toggs
Splash About, the UK’s best-selling children’s swimwear brand, has increased its investment in the Australian market announcing its acquisition of NSW-based baby and toddler...
Nov 7, 2024
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Rockhampton 2nd World War Memorial Swimming Pool to host ‘Twilight Meet’
Rockhampton’s 2nd World War Memorial Swimming Pool is hosting the Rocky City Amateur Swimming Club Inc’s Twilight Meet 9th to 10th November. This year, the meet will boast the...
Nov 7, 2024
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Royal Life Saving highlights summer job opportunities in aquatic centres
With the operators of aquatic centres and seasonal swimming pools across Australia looking to fill job vacancies for summer, Royal Life Saving Society Australia is highlighting...
Nov 5, 2024
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Research project looks to assess diversity, equity and inclusion in aquatics and recreation
Professionals working in aquatic and recreation facilities across Australia are being encouraged to participate in a vital survey exploring diversity, equity and inclusion...
Nov 4, 2024
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Aventuur and Ocean Heroes announce partnership for Perth’s first Surf Park
Aventuur, a leading global creator of surf and wellbeing destinations and Ocean Heroes, a leading charitable and surf therapy organisation, have announced an exciting...
Nov 4, 2024
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Lorne Surf Life Saving Club volunteers to lead renowned surf coast events
Lorne Surf Life Saving Club’s dedicated volunteers will be leading two celebrated surf coast events, situated on Victoria's scenic Great Ocean Road, that highlight the power of...
Nov 4, 2024
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Work underway on construction of 50 metre pool at Christchurch’s Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre
The construction of the Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre in Christchurch has reached a significant milestone with work now underway starts on its 50 metre competition pool....
Nov 4, 2024
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Proposed inclusion of Newcastle Ocean Baths on State Heritage register
The City of Newcastle team is today attending the State Heritage Register Committee to discuss the nomination to list Newcastle Ocean Baths on the State Heritage Register. City...
Nov 4, 2024
Aquatics
Aquatics, culture and sport feature in Northern Territory Government’s project plans for Alice Springs
The Northern Territory Government has today released its project plans for Alice Springs which prioritise children and community well-being through improved aquatic, cultural...
Nov 3, 2024
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Wellington Shire Council introduces $15 a week access to 24/7 gym
Announcing the successful completion of the first stage of significant upgrades to its Aqua Energy Leisure Centre, Wellington Shire Council has advised of extended operating...
Nov 3, 2024
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IRLearning launches aquatic traineeships in NSW
In support of the recruitment in the NSW aquatic industry, the Institute of Research and Learning (IRLearning) is offering funded traineeships giving local businesses a unique...
Nov 3, 2024
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13th International Aquarium Conference to be held in China
The International Aquarium Congress (IAC) last week handed over the flag from Mexico to China, marking the official countdown to the 13th IAC in 2027. The flag was transferred...
Nov 3, 2024
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Port Lincoln Leisure Centre set to celebrate 40th anniversary
The Port Lincoln Leisure Centre is set to celebrate its 40th anniversary with the City of Port Lincoln Council and YMCA inviting the community to a celebration of the four...
Nov 2, 2024
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Dubai looks to promote wellness tourism
Aiming to broaden its offerings to international visitors, the Dubai Department of Culture and Tourism is promoting the Emirate’s wellness tourism offerings, looking to redefine...
Nov 2, 2024
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Wagga Wagga's Bolton Park aquatic, fitness and sport facilities to be combined under single management model
Wagga Wagga City Council has announced changes to the management and operations of its Bolton Park recreational facilities - including the Oasis Regional Aquatic Centre, Workout...
Nov 1, 2024
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2023/24 NSW State of the Beaches Report shows improvements on the Central Coast
Central Coast Council has welcomed the findings of the NSW Government’s 2023/24 State of the Beaches report which has rated water quality at all of the areas beaches as either...
Oct 31, 2024
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Northland’s Adrenaline Adventure Park introduces hydroslides from former Waiwera Thermal Resort
Nearly six years after Waiwera Thermal Resort ceased operations, the attraction’s hydroslides (waterslides) are being reintroduced at the Adrenaline Adventure Park at Lake Edwin...
Oct 31, 2024
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