News: Aquatics
$15 Million for peak water safety bodies to save lives
The new Federal Government is to invest $15 million over five years to support Australia's peak water safety bodies, lifesavers and swimming teachers to prevent drowning deaths....
Oct 11, 2013
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Waterplay unveils innovative 'Grasslands' aquatic play features
Waterplay® Solutions Corp. has introduced 'Grasslands', a collection of aquatic play features that ignite imaginations and bring waterplayers back to nature. The nature-inspired...
Oct 10, 2013
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New drowning statistics 'a sobering reminder' of risks taken in and around water
The latest Royal Life Saving National Drowning Report reveals a steep increase in drowning in people aged 55 years and over. This age group now accounts for over a third (39%,...
Oct 10, 2013
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Environment, mining and tourism stakeholders debate future of the Great Barrier Reef
Environmentalists, the mining industry and tourism interests have set out competing visions for the future of the Great Barrier Reef ahead of a summit that will aim to set...
Oct 10, 2013
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International Quadratics and Pierce Pool Supplies back Royal Life Saving Society NSW
International Quadratics and Pierce Pool Supplies have donated over $7,000 to the Royal Life Saving Society Australia's NSW branch to support its commitment to community and...
Oct 10, 2013
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Victorian Government backs VICSWIM 2014 program
Children across Victoria are gearing up for another summer of learn-to-swim activities, following the launch of the 2014 VICSWIM Summer Kidz Program by Victorian Minister for...
Oct 9, 2013
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OFA Showstar debuts Australia's first portable water theme park
Amusement operator OFA Showstar has launched Waterworld Central, Australia's first portable water theme park, and is set to operate the collection of travelling inflatable pools...
Oct 9, 2013
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BlueFit Group splits to focus on local facility management
BlueFit Leisure owners Todd McHardy and Reece Rackley have recently completed a split of the group to focus on their respective aquatic, fitness and recreation facilities in NSW...
Oct 9, 2013
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Sunbather offers pool running costs audit
Solar pool heating and swimming pool covers supplier Sunbather are offering clients and potential clients an 'energy audit' to determine the exact costs of running their pool....
Oct 8, 2013
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Environment
Mount Isa splash pad operations threatened by drought
Continued operation of the Mount Isa Family Fun Park is under scrutiny as the outback Queensland community continues to suffer through its worst drought conditions in decades....
Oct 6, 2013
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Red Centre community celebrates opening of $3 million swimming pool
The Northern Territory community of Mutitjulu, in the shadow of Uluru, has celebrated the opening of a new $3 million swimming pool. The opening of the Mutitjulu Tjurpinytjaku...
Oct 4, 2013
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Aquatic stars honoured in new 'Dive into History' exhibition at Sydney Olympic Park
A new exhibition, honouring some of Australia's greatest sporting achievements in swimming, diving, water polo and synchronised swimming throughout the 19 year history of the...
Oct 4, 2013
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Royal Life Saving Society NSW links with Statewide Mutual to advance pool water quality
Mindful that pool water quality is one of the most underrated exposures for council operated swimming pools, the Royal Life Saving Society NSW, backed by insurers Statewide...
Oct 3, 2013
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Hydroslide creators set to expand across the Tasman
New Zealand aquatic industry equipment specialists Water Park New Zealand are now offering their range of waterslides/hydroslides, aquatic play features, access towers,...
Oct 3, 2013
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BECS Technology launches App for Android smartphone and tablets, iPhone, iPod Touch
Having been designing and manufacturing reliable and innovative water chemistry controllers for more than 25 years, BECS Technology have introduced an App that will manage their...
Oct 2, 2013
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Tasmania welcomes growth in Junior Water Polo
Tasmanian Minister for Tourism Scott Bacon has said the growth of junior water polo was a pleasing sign of the participation in sport and physical activity by young people....
Oct 2, 2013
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Back to the future for Petone's McKenzie Baths
Petone's McKenzie Pool is to reopen on Saturday 16th November after a major $2.3 million redevelopment. The facility is in the final construction stage with commissioning and...
Oct 1, 2013
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Brisbane City Council reopens Centenary Pool after refurbishment
With Brisbane City Council reopening all of its 20 seasonal swimming pools for summer as of Saturday 20th September, most attention was focussed on the refurbished Centenary...
Sep 30, 2013
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Scandal hits Korean city's hosting of 2019 FINA World Aquatics Championships
Chosen to host the 2019 FINA World Aquatics Championships, the south western Korean city of Gwangju's bid to host the event has been hit by scandal with city officials facing an...
Sep 30, 2013
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New staff and new programs for dolphins at Resorts World Sentosa's Marine Life Park
The Marine Life Park at Singapore's Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) has employed 36 trainers for its 24 Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphins ahead of the imminent opening of its Dolphin...
Sep 29, 2013
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Surf Life Saving Australia smart phone app translates into saving lives
Surf Life Saving Australia's recent release of a smartphone app which provides real time beach and water safety messages in 72 languages looks set to save lives this summer. The...
Sep 29, 2013
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Nursing bench essential for personal care and good OH&S practice
A convenient and adaptable nursing bench that can be electrically raised and lowered to appropriate heights for the various activities involved in the care of people with...
Sep 27, 2013
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Sydney's The Star introduces new rooftop pool
The Star Sydney's Astral Towers, a luxurious 480-room five star hotel, has launched a new rooftop, indoor/outdoor pool for hotel guests. Perched atop The Star, Sydney's only...
Sep 26, 2013
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South Hedland Aquatic Centre praised by Olympic gold medallist
Former Olympic swimmer and gold medallist Libby Trickett was impressed with the South Hedland Aquatic Centre during her visit to Port Hedland as part of the BHP Billiton Aquatic...
Sep 26, 2013
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