News: Aquatics
Pool safety program wins State award
Tamworth Regional Council has won a prestigious state award for its development of a program - Pool Super Vision - which improves the safety of swimmers at public pools. The...
Sep 25, 2013
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Myanmar to build new sports university in Naypyidaw
To ensure future use of facilities it is building for this years Southeast Asian Games. Myanmar plans to build a new sports university in its capital Nay Pyi Taw. In an...
Sep 24, 2013
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World Tourism Day to focus on the importance of water
To be held this Friday (27th September) the United Nations World Tourism Organisation's World Tourism Day aims to highlight tourism's role in water access and shine a spotlight...
Sep 24, 2013
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Storm delays seasonal opening of Lightning Ridge Water Theme Park
The summer opening of the Lightning Ridge Water Theme Park and adjacent Olympic Pool has been delayed following a large storm that caused serious damage to the complex. The roof...
Sep 24, 2013
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Triple-Olympian Petria Thomas joins Swimming Australia
Swimming Australia has announced that triple-Olympian Petria Thomas has been appointed its new National Training Centre and Network Support Manager. A three-time Olympic gold...
Sep 24, 2013
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Clive War Memorial Swimming Pool to receive $2 million upgrade
Detailed planning is under way for the $2 million upgrade of Hastings District Council's Clive War Memorial Swimming Pool, the plans for the upgrade having been included in the...
Sep 23, 2013
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Kapiti locals love the Coastlands Aquatic Centre
Kapiti residents have been making the most of the new Coastlands Aquatic Centre with more than 2,000 regularly visiting at weekends. With its new hydroslide (waterslide) now...
Sep 22, 2013
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Neptune-Benson names David Monk as Director of International Sales
Leading commercial aquatics filtration systems manufacturer Neptune-Benson has promoted David Monk to Director of International Sales. In his new role, Monk (pictured) will be...
Sep 22, 2013
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GESAC development a finalist in the Victorian Premier's Sustainability Awards 2013
Glen Eira City Council has been named as a finalist in the Premier of Victoria's Sustainability Awards for its development of the Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre (GESAC),...
Sep 20, 2013
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Swimming New Zealand makes progress in year of change
Swimming New Zealand will announce a turnaround in overall performance both in and out of the water when it reports to this month's annual general meeting. The organisation has...
Sep 19, 2013
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Nelson Waterfront upgrade showcased at Theatre Royal event
A recent event held at Nelson's Theatre Royal showcased the proposed redevelopment of the city's waterfront. Hosted by Nelson Mayor Aldo Miccio and Councillor Pete Rainey, the...
Sep 19, 2013
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GreeneDesk software launches online childcare booking system for aquatic, fitness and recreation centres
GreeneDesk software has launched their new online childcare booking technology for aquatic, fitness and recreation centres with software designed to simplify the booking process...
Sep 19, 2013
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Surf lifesavers call for more funds for education programs to reduce drownings
Surf lifesavers are looking to Prime Minister-elect Tony Abbott to deliver on his Federal election campaign pledge to boost funding for water safety and education initiatives....
Sep 18, 2013
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Auckland Council wins in the water
The achievements of Auckland Council's pools and leisure staff were recognised at the recent New Zealand Recreation Association's Just Add Water (JAWS) National Aquatics...
Sep 17, 2013
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Victorian bathing icon refurbished
The $6 million restoration project of the Geelong Eastern Beach Bathing complex has been completed. The restoration, which involved the reconstruction of the seawalls and pool...
Sep 16, 2013
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Cartoon Network Amazone announces completion of Humungaslide
Thailand's first internationally branded waterpark, the Cartoon Network Amazone, has this week reached a construction milestone with the completion of the Humungaslide, a...
Sep 14, 2013
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Frankston Regional Aquatic Centre on track for 2014 opening
One year since major works commenced, the $49.7 million Frankston Regional Aquatic Centre is on track to open in 2014. As part of a site visit to inspect construction works,...
Sep 13, 2013
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World's largest inflatable water slide to be unveiled at Tekapo Springs
Tekapo Springs has announced that it is bringing the world's largest inflatable water slide to New Zealand, making it the first location outside the USA to have the attraction....
Sep 12, 2013
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Enta partners with Rooty Hill RSL
Enta Ticketing Solutions has signed up Rooty Hill RSL to use its world leading ticketing, marketing and CRM solution. Rooty Hill RSL and the new Sydney Gymnastic and Aquatics...
Sep 11, 2013
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World's largest Grom surf festival to return
The next generation of young surfers will again have the chance to rub sandy shoulders with surfing world champions at the end of September at Barton Lynch's 2013 'Hurley BL...
Sep 10, 2013
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Newmarket Pool awaits a pirate invasion
A favourite summertime spot for families in North Brisbane, the Newmarket Pool is set to undergo a radical transformation with a ocean-themed Splashpad/water spray ground being...
Sep 10, 2013
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New Zealand facilities take a lead on defibrillators
A recent donation of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to each of Auckland Council's 11 aquatic centres has raised the issue of whether all aquatic facilities in New...
Sep 10, 2013
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Regional Western Australia to welcome stars of the pool
Australian swimming and water polo stars will share their expertise with thousands of children in regional Western Australia as part the second annual BHP Billiton Aquatic Super...
Sep 10, 2013
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Workplace survey shows long work hours and long term industry commitment
With information collection still underway for the 2013 Sportspeople Workplace Survey, preliminary results are showing some interesting trends in the aquatic, fitness,...
Sep 8, 2013
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