News: Aquatics
CBay project reveals how communities can contribute to new facilities
In Timaru, on the east coast of New Zealand's South Island, the district's population of just over 40,000 people has sent an emphatic reminder to councils everywhere that...
Apr 17, 2013
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Surfing Australia signs up to help tackle youth binge drinking
Surfing Australia is the latest national sporting organisation to join the Australian Government's Be the Influence - Tackling Binge Drinking initiative. Be the Influence -...
Apr 17, 2013
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Researching community perceptions of swimming and water safety programs for children
AUSTSWIM and the Royal Life Saving Society Australia (RLSAA) have commenced a survey to assess community perceptions of swimming and water safety programs for children aged five...
Apr 16, 2013
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Links Modular Solutions sponsors ALFA Networking Breakfast
The Australian Leisure Facilties Association is hosting a Networking Breakfast in conjunction with the Australian Fitness & Health Expo on the morning of Friday 19th April. A...
Apr 16, 2013
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ARV to stage Cryptosporidium industry information session
Following a four-fold increase in waterborne gastric cases among pool users in Victoria and recent advice from the Victorian Department of Health for aquatic centres to undergo...
Apr 15, 2013
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Gladstone support 'full cycle' sales and marketing approach
Gladstone MRM, the leading provider of software solutions to aquatic and recreation centres and fitness and health clubs, has added another module to their impressive Plus 2...
Apr 15, 2013
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Sydney International Regatta Centre introduces Jetpacks
More than 500 people have realised their dreams of flying since Jetpack Adventures began operating at the Sydney International Regatta Centre in September 2012. The first...
Apr 13, 2013
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Auckland Council launches multi-day kayak trail
Auckland Council has opened a multi-day kayak trail at Tawhitokino Regional Park on the city's south-eastern coast. Te Ara Moana the seagoing pathway, takes kayakers from Omana...
Apr 12, 2013
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Sunshine Coast Regional Council tenders management Beerwah and Buderim Aquatic Centres
The Sunshine Coast Regional Council is inviting tenders for the management and operation of the Buderim and Beerwah Aquatic Centres. Tenderers may submit an offer for the...
Apr 11, 2013
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Swimming Australia makes key senior appointments
As it implements significant changes following the London 2012 Olympics, Swimming Australia (SA) has made two key appointments with Michael Scott set to take up the role of...
Apr 10, 2013
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Waterco delivers water clarity and conservation for Dubai swimming pool
Waterco has delivered a filtration system offering improved water clarity coupled with cost and water savings for the Pharaohs Club in Dubai. Located within the Pyramids Wafi,...
Apr 10, 2013
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New learn-to-swim pool opens in Emerald
A new learn-to-swim pool has opened at the Emerald Aquatic Centre in Central Queensland. The pool was recently opend by Central Highlands Regional Council Mayor Peter Maguire...
Apr 9, 2013
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Carrots make Links Modular Solutions' business clients healthy
With the advent of mobile technology, Links Modular Solutions' latest innovation 'Active Carrot' takes account of consumers constantly looking for web options. Active Carrot...
Apr 8, 2013
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Piscine SPLASH! Asia relocates to Marina Bay Sands, adds education seminars
With delay is the renovation as Singapore's Suntec Centre, the organisers of Piscine SPLASH! Asia have relocated the convention to the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention...
Apr 8, 2013
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Drug Aware Margaret River Pro sets new records
The 2013 Drug Aware Margaret River Pro provided a significant lift for the Margaret River Wine Region, attracting thousands of visitors and a record number of viewers on the...
Apr 7, 2013
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Updated guidelines to make pool operations safer
Royal Life Saving Society Australia (RLSSA) has updated its Guidelines for Safe Pool Operation (GSPO) in an effort to further increase the safety standards within the aquatics...
Apr 5, 2013
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Children can now splash and play at Port Hedland's Marquee Park
Residents of the Town of Port Hedland can enjoy the whole of Marquee Park Splash and Play facility, with the water spray ground/splashpad now open to the community. With recent...
Apr 4, 2013
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Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games emblem shaped by community input
The emblem of the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games emblem has been unveiled this morning (4th April) marking the five year journey until the Games' opening ceremony on 4th...
Apr 4, 2013
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Federal Sports Minister backs Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre redevelopment
Federal Minister for Sport Kate Lundy has backed the redevelopment of the Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre. Built in 1982 and expanded over its two decades of operations,...
Apr 2, 2013
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New authority to deliver Commonwealth Games infrastructure
The Queensland Government has established a Commonwealth Games Infrastructure Authority to oversee the planning, development and delivery of facilities for the 2018 Commonwealth...
Apr 2, 2013
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AUSTSWIM support women's only swimming and water safety
AUSTSWIM recently held a Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety Course in Sydney, aimed at culturally and linguistically diverse women. The course, held at the Oasis Sports Centre...
Apr 2, 2013
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Easter fun at Aussie World
Sunshine Coast amusement park Aussie World is welcoming Easter crowds drawn to its new Leak'n Logs water play area. The new attraction offers not only a great way to cool off on...
Mar 31, 2013
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Surf lifesaving professionals reject competition safety gear
Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) appears to be no closer to finding safety flotation vests suitable for competition after elite athletes this week rejected safety gear being...
Mar 28, 2013
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YMCA launches academy to develop indigenous sport managers
The YMCA has launched an Indigenous Management Academy that aims to develop Indigenous sport managers, not just sport participants, across NSW. Launched today by NSW Minister...
Mar 27, 2013
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