News: Aquatics
13,500 South Australian children take part in VACSWIM SA 2014
More than 13,500 South Australian children have been descending on pools and beaches this week to take part in the annual VACSWIM SA program. Running from 6th to 14th January,...
Jan 9, 2014
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Meetoo names Victoria's top five aquatic attractions
Melbourne listings website Meetoo has named what it believes to be the top five aquatic attractions and facilities in Victoria, compiling a "a top five list of awesome fun...
Jan 8, 2014
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Baby crocodiles found in Mount Isa pool
Swimmers at a public pool in north-west Queensland got a weekend surprise when they found they were sharing the water with a family of baby freshwater crocodiles. The crocodiles...
Jan 6, 2014
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Sea World's baby Polar Bear delights visitors through the holiday season
Sea World's baby Polar Bear 'Henry' has been a major attraction over the holiday season, delighting crowds at the Gold Coast theme parks with his playful and inquisitive nature....
Jan 6, 2014
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NSW Government invests in Surf Life Saving Clubs
The NSW Government has announced $2 million in funding to improve facilities at 12 Surf Life Saving Clubs as part of its Surf Club Facility Grant Program. Announcing the...
Jan 6, 2014
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Western Australian Government plans to shoot sharks longer than three metres
The Western Australian Government is planning to introduce a 'shark management' strategy that would see sharks longer than three metres near popular beaches caught, shot and...
Jan 4, 2014
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Belgravia Leisure partners with SEDA Sports to provide qualification opportunities
Facility managers Belgravia Leisure has partnered with SEDA Sports (Sports Education and Development Australia) to provide a range of qualification opportunities for high school...
Jan 4, 2014
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'Tooth Fairy' helps with mammoth shark teeth clean-up at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium has recently completed a collection of the ever growing number of teeth shed in the Shark Valley Oceanarium. SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium held the massive...
Jan 3, 2014
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Professional Lifeguards say safety first at Australian beaches
The Australian Professional Ocean Lifeguard Association (APOLA) has reminded beachgoers to continue to 'play it safe' at beaches so loved ones and friends can take home memories...
Jan 3, 2014
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VacSwim school holiday swimming program begins in Western Australia
Western Australia's VacSwim program, the largest program of its kind in Australia, has been launched for the summer school holidays. More than 50,000 Western Australian children...
Jan 2, 2014
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SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium's giant crocodile enjoys first public meal
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium's five metre, 750 kilogram giant crocodile Pinjarra recently enjoyed a festive feast in celebration of his first Christmas at the attraction. Marking...
Dec 30, 2013
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Jellyfish exhibit unveiled as part of $6.5 million refurbishment at UnderWater World Mooloolaba
The UnderWater World attraction on the Sunshine Coast has unveiled Australia's largest jellyfish exhibit as part of a $6.5 million, two year refurbishment that also sees the...
Dec 28, 2013
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Security guards replace lifeguards at South Australian swimming lake
Wattle Range Council in South Australia has, for the second year, replaced lifeguards with security guards at the Millicent Swimming Lake. Wattle Range Council Director of...
Dec 23, 2013
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Parks Sports Centre celebrates swimming pool opening
A community celebration will be held tomorrow (Saturday 21st December) to mark the official opening of the new swimming centre at The Parks Recreation and Sports Centre in the...
Dec 20, 2013
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North Queensland trial for Irukandji jellyfish warning system
An early warning system for Irukandji jellyfish will be tested by Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) scientists off Palm Cove, north of Cairns,...
Dec 20, 2013
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Go ahead for Warragul Leisure Centre redevelopment
Baw Baw Shire Council will proceed with a multi-million dollar redevelopment of the Warragul Leisure Centre. The cost of the project has been capped at $13.5 million and will...
Dec 19, 2013
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Western Australian lifeguards recognised for bravery
Lifeguards from three aquatic and recreation facilities in Western Australia have been recognised for their outstanding achievements at the 2013 Royal Life Saving Society...
Dec 18, 2013
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Defender Aquatic Filtration system a finalist in the 'Smart Approved' Products of the Year
The Defender® Regenerative Media Filter produced by leading commercial pool filtration systems manufacturer Neptune-Benson has been chosen as a finalist for the 2013 Smart...
Dec 17, 2013
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New Zealand Recreation Association celebrates professional success
Eight organisations and four individuals have been honoured for their contribution to the parks and recreation industry by the New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA). The...
Dec 16, 2013
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Waterworld inflatable waterpark to operate in Sydney's Entertainment Quarter through school holidays
Waterworld Central, Australia's first portable waterpark, is to operate in Sydney's Entertainment Quarter from 26th December to 27th January. To be located in the Showring in...
Dec 16, 2013
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Details announced for 2014 ASCTA Convention and SwimFest 2014
The Australian Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association (ASCTA) has confirmed that its 2014 Convention will be held on the Gold Coast from 26th April to 4th May 2014 while Swim...
Dec 16, 2013
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Victorian Government issues summer reminder on healthy swimming pool habits
With summer holidays arriving, the Victorian Department of Health has reminded Victorians to practice good personal hygiene when swimming to prevent cases of gastroenteritis....
Dec 15, 2013
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Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi part of global swimming lesson world record
Abu Dhabi's Yas Waterworld has numbered among over 400 aquatic facilities around the world that contributed to the World's Largest Swimming Lesson's attainment of a new Guinness...
Dec 14, 2013
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Neptune-Benson installs aquatic media filters at Wet'n'Wild Sydney, announces new Chief Executive
With Wet'n'Wild Sydney opening today, leading commercial pool filtration systems manufacturer Neptune-Benson has announced that its award-winning Defender® regenerative media...
Dec 12, 2013
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