News: Aquatics
Waterpark proposal to reverse decline in Christchurch suburb
Plans for a large spa centre, swimming pool and waterpark could revive New Brighton, one of Christchurch's most deprived suburbs from decline. The aquatic centre, which would...
Dec 19, 2012
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Aflex releases low pad height waterborne inflatable
New Zealand based waterborne inflatables specialists Aflex Technology have released a new specially designed 'low profile' aquatic inflatable. Manufactured for Western...
Dec 19, 2012
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Royal Life Saving launches new look website
Royal Life Saving Society Australia (RLSSA) has launched a new redesigned website that aims to offer simplicity and ease of use for its four key customer groups - those seeking...
Dec 18, 2012
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Victorian Minister for Sport & Recreation to attend MSAC's Swim School Christmas Party
Victoria's Minister for Sport and Recreation and Minister for Veterans' Affairs Hugh Delahunty will attend the Melbourne Sport and Aquatic Centre (MSAC) Swim School Christmas...
Dec 16, 2012
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WorkSafe Queensland issues health and safety exemptions for inflatables
The Office of Fair and Safe Work Queensland has granted a class exemption under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (section 684 of the WHS Regulation) for certain inflatable...
Dec 14, 2012
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Elite Chinese swimmers to train at Thanyapura Sports and Leisure Club
The Thanyapura Sports and Leisure Club (TSLC) has agreed a THB 2 million (US$65,000) deal with China's elite Liaoning Swimming Club which will see Chinese Olympians training in...
Dec 12, 2012
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Splashpad opening at BIG4 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park
Just weeks before school breaks for its annual Christmas Holidays, BIG4 Sydney Lakeside will open its brand new Vortex Aquatic Playground this week. The 180 metre2 zero-depth...
Dec 11, 2012
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New behind the scenes tour three times daily at UnderWater World
UnderWater World on the Sunshine Coast is giving visitors the rare and unique opportunity to sneak a peek behind the scenes and look through the eyes of a marine expert, during...
Dec 11, 2012
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WaterMarc optimises lobby security with Centurion EasyGate
Five lanes of Centurion EasyGate and SwingGate from Centaman Entrance Control have been installed at Banyule City Council's new WaterMarc multi activity regional centre. The...
Dec 10, 2012
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SPLASH! New Zealand to co-locate with buildnz and designex
The fourth edition of the biannual SPLASH! New Zealand Expo will return to Auckland and a new home in 2013. To be held on 23rd to 25th June 2013 at the ASB Showgrounds (the...
Dec 10, 2012
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Portable swimming pool boosts water skills of young rural Maori
A new portable swimming pool, gifted to Water Safety New Zealand (WSNZ) by New Zealand Post, is being rotated around rural centres over the next five years as part of a...
Dec 7, 2012
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Australia now has rival SPASAs bodies
In a move set to cause confusion in the residential and retail aquatic industry, the Swimming Pool & Spa Association of NSW has relaunched itself as the Swimming Pool & Spa...
Dec 6, 2012
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New Water Odyssey sales agent for Australia and New Zealand
Following the death of longstanding regional Water Odyssey distibutor Bryan Green, a new venture will now distribute Water Odyssey equipment in Australia and New Zealand. Well...
Dec 6, 2012
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Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre open, but not yet fully operational
While having been officially opened in September, the Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre (MAAC) is not expected to be fully operational until March next year. The Moree Plains Shire...
Dec 5, 2012
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Vortex Aquatic Playgrounds introduces a new way to play
Taking its cue from happy childhood memories of sun-showers, puddles and the joy of dancing in the rain, Vortex Aquatic Playgrounds' newest design line 'Ombrello' features red...
Dec 4, 2012
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ARV urges Victorians to 'Play it Safe by the Water' this summer
With Water Safety Week in full swing, Aquatics & Recreation Victoria (ARV) is organising an open water lesson at Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron tomorrow (Wednesday 5th December) to...
Dec 4, 2012
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Maytronics launch Blue-I HG302 commercial pool controller
Maytronics has announced the re-launch of Blue-I's HG302 Commercial Pool Controller in Australia. With a long association between the pool technology companies, the distribution...
Nov 30, 2012
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Singapore's Wild Wild Wet reopens after 'enhancements and improvements'
Singapore largest and longest established waterpark, Wild Wild Wet has reopened following a series of ride enhancements and improvements. Part of the NTUC Downtown East leisure...
Nov 29, 2012
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Research shows surfing has a strong alignment with Indigenous culture
A new research report on Indigenous community sport shows that surfing is considered a family and communal event with a strong alignment with Indigenous culture. The report,...
Nov 29, 2012
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Vortex Aquatic Playgrounds: new name, new website, same incredible products
AquaFun by Playrope has announced the change of its trading name to Vortex Aquatic Playgrounds, to better reflect its product, focus and expertise. The name change is seen as a...
Nov 28, 2012
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Liquid Blu partners with MakMax to cover Rockhampton's Southside Memorial Pool
Brisbane-based leisure architects Liquid Blu A+R have partnered with MakMax Australia to deliver the feature roof over the main 50 metre swimming pool at Rockhampton's Southside...
Nov 28, 2012
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Beatty Park Leisure Centre celebrates 50th anniversary and outdoor pool reopening
The weekend opening of Beatty Park Leisure Centre's refurbished outdoor swimming pool coincided with the facility's 50th anniversary. Built in 1962 for the VIIth 1962 British...
Nov 27, 2012
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Empex Watertoys introduce Aquatropica water play products
Empex Watertoys® has created Aquatropica, a new line of interactive water features with a tropical theme. The new features are leafy flora and zany fauna with tropical trees and...
Nov 27, 2012
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Mining heiress Gina Rinehart launches $10 million Swimming Australia support scheme
Swimming Australia and the Georgina Hope Foundation have announced a new fund that will provide personal financial assistance for Australia's leading swimmers. Backed by mining...
Nov 26, 2012
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