News: Aquatics
CLM Auckland Lifeguard team wins Auckland Regional Lifeguard Competition
A CLM Auckland Lifeguard team were the recent winners of the Auckland Regional Lifeguard Competition. The team, made up of Kirk Olsen and Luisa Denton from Massey Park Pool...
Sep 8, 2013
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Sightseeing boats endanger whales
Growing numbers of sightseeing boats are endangering both themselves and the safety of the whales they are watching during the current migration season. Sea World Director of...
Sep 7, 2013
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City of Sydney approves aquatic centre plans for Green Square
The City of Sydney has approved plans for a state-of-the-art indoor aquatic centre with four separate pools at the new Gunyama Park at Zetland. Councillors approved the plan to...
Sep 6, 2013
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Swim Australia launches new video newsletter
Learn-to-swim and water safety authority Swim Australia has advanced its communication channels with the launch of its very first video newsletter. The SwimTV UPDATE will be...
Sep 5, 2013
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SPASA court case resolved with agreement
After nearly nine months of legal wrangling, the legal dispute between different entities operating under respective Swimming Pool and Spa Association/Alliance (SPASA) brands...
Sep 5, 2013
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Labor commits to ALFA's call to recognise the value of community recreation and leisure facilities
In the lead up to the Federal election on Saturday 7th September, the Australian Labor Party has confirmed its recognition in the value of community recreation and leisure...
Sep 5, 2013
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Australian benchmarking survey for public aquatic, recreation and sport centres
The CERM Performance Indicators annual invitation to participate in the Australian Benchmarking Survey for aquatic, recreation and sport centres has been distributed to the...
Sep 4, 2013
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Mitchell Shire Council swimming pools report 'strongest season in years'
Residents of the Mitchell Shire Council in Victoria made the most of the Seymour War Memorial Outdoor Pool during the summer months of 2012/13. Following a report on the...
Sep 4, 2013
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Smartphone app an important new tool for beach safety
West Australians will have an important new tool to provide updates on sharks and other beach hazards with the launch of Surf Life Saving WA's (SLSWA) Beachsafe smartphone app....
Sep 3, 2013
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Construction begins on new aquatic centre for Lockyer Valley
Lockyer Valley locals and swimmers will soon have a brand new state of the art aquatic centre, with construction of a new 10 lane 50 metre pool facility. The new aquatic centre...
Sep 2, 2013
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Swim Australia partners with Nubian to improve swim school water quality
Mindful that effective water quality management a key priority for swimming pool operators, Nubian Water Systems has partnered with Swim Australian to improve pool water...
Aug 31, 2013
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Team New Zealand win good for economy
Team New Zealand winning the Louis Vuitton Cup challenger series in San Francisco will raise New Zealand's profile in the United States and Europe, and boost the economy. The...
Aug 31, 2013
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America's Cup legend John Bertrand named new Swimming Australia President
The Board of Swimming Australia has announced the appointment of America's Cup sailing legend John Bertrand AM as the new President of Swimming Australia Ltd. Bertrand replaces...
Aug 30, 2013
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Aflex and The Cartoon Network bring aquatic fun to the Bahamas
New Zealand-based aquatic inflatables manufacturer Aflex Technology has linked with the Cartoon Network to bring their Adventure Time characters to life in the Cartoon Network...
Aug 30, 2013
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Environmentally friendly technology to be installed at Hornsby Council's new Aquatic Centre
Scheduled to open in early 2014, Hornsby Shire's new Aquatic Centre will operate a 100kW natural gas fired Cogeneration System installed and commissioned by Simons Green Energy...
Aug 28, 2013
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Recreation SA Aquatic and Recreation Conference looks to the west
South Australia's upcoming 2013 Recreation SA Aquatic and Recreation Conference is looking west for its inspiration, with major presentations set to be delivered by leading...
Aug 27, 2013
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FINA World Junior Swimming Championships start in Dubai
More than 750 of the planet's best young swimmers, representing 91 nations, today begin competition in the FINA World Junior Championships, at the Hamdan bin Mohammed Sports...
Aug 26, 2013
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Works almost complete at City of Joondalup Leisure Centre - Craigie
Major improvements to facilities at City of Joondalup Leisure Centre - Craigie, worth almost $500,000, are nearing completion. An upgrade of the facility's entrance has improved...
Aug 26, 2013
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International Quadratics' achievements recognised with twin awards
Aquatic industry chemical manufacturer and commercial equipment supplier International Quadratics has received two prestigious industry awards. The first of the awards was...
Aug 23, 2013
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Countdown to International Water Safety and Aquatic Education Conference in Queenstown
A first time coming together of Australasia's leading water safety organisations AUSTSWIM (Australasian Council for the Teaching of Swimming and Water Safety) and Water Safety...
Aug 23, 2013
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One year countdown to Gold Coast's hosting the Pan Pacific Swimming Championships
The Gold Coast's swimming elite have celebrated the one year countdown until they compete in front of a home crowd at the 2014 Pan Pacific Swimming Championships. With the Gold...
Aug 22, 2013
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Smart Digital movie screens offer the 'wow' factor
Dedicated to portable entertainment with a focus on outdoor movie systems, Smart Digital Australia sell and hire inflatable movie screens from 2.5 to 12 metres wide, backed by...
Aug 21, 2013
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Splash pad amendments included in new Western Australia Code of Practice for Aquatic Facilities
The latest Western Australia Code of Practice for the Design, Construction, Operation, Management & Maintenance of Aquatic Facilities includes expanded information on water...
Aug 21, 2013
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Beatty Park Leisure Centre optimises lobby security with solutions from Centaman Entrance Control
As part of the recently completed redevelopment at Beatty Park Leisure Centre in Perth, five lanes of Centurion EasyGate and SwingGate from Centaman Entrance Control have been...
Aug 20, 2013
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