News: Aquatics
Yas Waterworld joins with World's Largest Swimming Lesson, announces World Flowboarding Championship
Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi is inviting individuals in the United Arab Emirates to be part of the World's Largest Swimming Lesson on 18th June. Hosted by community aquatic...
Jun 11, 2013
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Industry figures recognised in Queen's Birthday honours
Among hundreds of Australians, from all walks of life, recognised with Queen's Birthday honours, this year's honours list includes a number of industry figures. Ron Clarke MBE:...
Jun 10, 2013
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World's Largest Swimming Lesson aiming to break swim lesson participation record
Set to be held on Tuesday 18th June, this year's World's Largest Swimming Lesson (WLSL) event is again looking to break records. The simultaneous global event, which aims to...
Jun 7, 2013
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Swim Australia awards top swim schools
The best of Swim Australia's 600 registered swim schools have been recognised by awards presented at the recent 15th Annual Swim Australia Dinner, held on the Gold Coast. Swim...
Jun 5, 2013
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Frankston City Council looks for a name for its new regional aquatic centre
Frankston City Council is inviting the public to have a say in the naming of its new $49 million regional aquatic centre, scheduled to open mid 2014. Entrants can win a $500...
Jun 5, 2013
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Government needs organisations, such as the YMCA, to help it reach its goals
NSW Premier Barry O'Farrell has said that the NSW Government can't achieve its targets without not-for-profit charitable organisations such as the YMCA. Speaking (on Friday 31st...
Jun 4, 2013
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Sydney University Sport & Fitness installs 70 pieces of new cardio equipment
Sydney University Sport & Fitness's (SUSF) has recently completed a major overhaul of its cardiovascular equipment with the installation of 70 new LifeFitness Discover SE...
Jun 4, 2013
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New Wet'n'Wild water park opens in Las Vegas
The new Wet'n'Wild Las Vegas waterpark, in which Australian-based theme park operator and movie distributor Village Roadshow has a majority stake, has been opened. Set on 41...
Jun 4, 2013
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Swimming Australia President resigns
Having stood down from the Presidency of Swimming Australia on Saturday, Barclay Nettlefold has resigned from the post after the governing body announced an investigation into...
Jun 3, 2013
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Sea World Resort launches 2013 Whale Watching Package
Sea World Resort & Water Park is offering a wonderful opportunity to enjoy all the facilities that the award winning family Resort has to offer, plus tickets for Sea World Whale...
Jun 2, 2013
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Swimming Australia President stands down
In a week where it launched a global search for a head coach, whose role will include improving team culture as well as results in the pool, Swimming Australia's controversial...
Jun 2, 2013
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YMCA of Sydney changes name to YMCA NSW
The YMCA of Sydney has changed its name to the YMCA NSW, reflecting the growth of the not-for-profit community organisations across NSW. Announcing the name change, NSW Premier...
May 31, 2013
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Akaroa marine reserve approved
A new marine reserve in Akaroa Harbour has been approved by New Zealand Conservation Minister Nick Smith. Announcing the approval, Dr Smith stated "Akaroa is an iconic harbour...
May 30, 2013
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Swimming Pool and Spa Alliance to host new SPASA Convention
The NSW-based Swimming Pool & Spa Alliance (SPASA) has launched a new aquatic industry conference and exhibition the SPASA Convention 2013, to be held at the Sydney Olympic Park...
May 30, 2013
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Guests get close to sea creatures at Resorts World Sentosa's Marine Life Park
Visitors to the Marine Life Park (MLP) at Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) can now get up-close with the animals of the ocean. MLP is now offering a series of 'Ultimate Marine...
May 29, 2013
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Research shows lap swimming can prolong youth
Research conducted by Indiana University Bloomington's Counsilman Centre for the Science of Swimming shows regular laps of the pool may be the answer to prolonging youth. In the...
May 29, 2013
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Floods show the worth of Dalby Aquatic Centre's elevation
Recent floods in Queensland's Western Downs Region have proved the value of elevating the redeveloped Dalby Aquatic Centre above the town's flood plain. Officially re-opened in...
May 29, 2013
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Work to begin on upgrade of Wellington's Keith Spry Pool
Work on the $6 million upgrade of the Keith Spry Pool in the Wellington suburb of Johnsonville will start on 13th June following the signing of a contract with Hawkins...
May 28, 2013
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Whale watching season opens in Newcastle
Newcastle's 2013 whale watching season has opened with the city offering some of Australia's best locations to watch these frolicking giants of the sea, as well as a range of...
May 24, 2013
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AIS Aquatic Centre closes for upgrades and asbestos removal
The Aquatic Centre at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) in Canberra has been closed for a series of building refurbishments and upgrades, including the removal of exterior...
May 23, 2013
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Workshop to explain progress of Karratha 20:20 plan
Parks and Leisure Australia (Western Australian Region) are to stage a workshop on the $170 million Karratha 20:20 plan, the community infrastructure program that the Shire of...
May 22, 2013
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2013 YMCA Swimathon raises $211,000
The YMCA Swimathon 2013 almost doubled its fundraising efforts in its second year raising almost $211,000 to enable more Australians in need the chance to learn to swim and be...
May 21, 2013
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New Korean attraction combines waterpark and indoor snow
The new One Mount attraction at Goyang, in the Korean province of Gyeonggi combines a new waterpark with a state-of-the-art indoor snow park. Closer to Seoul than other similar...
May 20, 2013
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National recognition for Surfers Paradise's newest landmark
The Hilton Surfers Paradise Hotel and Residences has been named Australia's best tourism and leisure development at the 2013 Property Council of Australia/Rider Levett Bucknall...
May 20, 2013
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