News: Aquatics
New Zealand's outstanding recreation industry leaders recognised
Eight organisations and four individuals have been honoured for their outstanding contribution to the parks and recreation industry by the New Zealand Recreation Association...
Nov 24, 2012
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ASR liquidation cast doubts over future of artificial surf reefs
ASR Limited, the Raglan, New Zealand-based company behind the troubled Opunake reef at Taranaki and the Boscombe surf reef in the United Kingdom, has ceased trading. The...
Nov 23, 2012
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Swimming Australia announces resignation of CEO Neil
Swimming Australia (SA) Chief Executive Kevin Neil has resigned following the Australian swimming team's disappointing and controversial performances at the at the London...
Nov 22, 2012
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YMCA to manage UNSW aquatic and fitness facilities
The YMCA has announced that it has successfully tendered for the management of the University of New South Wales' (UNSW) aquatic, fitness and recreation facilities, following a...
Nov 21, 2012
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International expo organisers launch joint venture for Asia's pool and spa market
Two of the world's leading swimming pool and spa trade show organisers have formed a partnership to host a new event for the Asian pool and spa market. The new event, Piscine...
Nov 20, 2012
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Research suggests swimming makes children smarter
Children who learn how to swim at a young age are reaching many developmental milestones earlier than the norm, according to Griffith University researchers. Professor Robyn...
Nov 20, 2012
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Carlile swimmers are safer with CPR mates
Carlile Swimming, one of Australia's premier swim school organisations, is this week supplementing its regular swim classes, with the 'SwimSAFER Water Safety Week', focusing on...
Nov 19, 2012
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Brisbane's AISystems water treatment systems welcomed in the Arabian Gulf
Leading Brisbane based company, Australian Innovative Systems (AISystems) is continuing to grow its export business designing and manufacturing chlorine generators for water...
Nov 18, 2012
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No improvement in safety management in Victorian aquatic facilities
Despite improvements in recent years, Live Saving Victoria (LSV) has identified static or declining standards across key aspects of operations in Victorian aquatic facilities...
Nov 16, 2012
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New Perth water spray ground draws a crowd
The City of Vincent in northern Perth has celebrated the long-awaited opening of the Hyde Park Water Playground. Opened just in time for summer, to the delight of parents and...
Nov 16, 2012
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Last chance to apply for Programs Manager role at MSAC
Applicants have just days to apply for a new role as Program Manager at the Melbourne Sports Hub/Melbourne Sport and Aquatic Centre. The new role, reporting to MSAC's General...
Nov 16, 2012
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Little Penguins make big splash at National Aquarium
New Zealand's National Aquarium has opened its latest exhibit, Penguin Cove, with its new residents settling into their new life-like surroundings having relocated from the...
Nov 15, 2012
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Swimming Australia initiates culture review
Swimming Australia's newly appointed President Barclay Nettlefold has announced the appointment of consultancy firm Bluestone Edge to conduct a review into the culture of the...
Nov 15, 2012
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Gold Coast Aquatic Centre gets green light for Pan Pacs
The Queensland Government and Gold Coast City Council have joined forces to ensure that the Gold Coast Aquatic Centre is upgraded in time for the 2014 Pan Pacific Swimming...
Nov 14, 2012
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Service award for LIWA Aquatics President
Jeff Fondacaro, President of the Leisure Institute of Western Australia (LIWA) Aquatics has been presented with a Commonwealth Service Award by the Royal Life Saving Society...
Nov 13, 2012
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Entries open for Swan River water swim event
Elite and recreational swimmers are encouraged to enter Australia's richest open water swim event to be held in the Swan River on Sunday 20th January 2013 as part of the new BHP...
Nov 12, 2012
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Vandals damage Port Hedland splash pad
In the latest in a series of delays and setbacks in its development, vandals have caused hundreds to thousands of dollars damage to a new splash pad in Port Hedland. The Town of...
Nov 11, 2012
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Centaman launch new RFID lock for lockers
Leading management systems supplier Centaman has launched a new range of RFID locker locks. The SI Locks are designed to streamline locker management for facilities while...
Nov 10, 2012
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World's best lifesavers converge on Adelaide for Rescue 2012
The world's best lifesavers including a host of Olympic gold medallists have converged on Adelaide this week for the largest World Life Saving Championships in history. Rescue...
Nov 9, 2012
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Work progressing on Karratha 20:20 Community Plan
Over $170 million is currently being invested in the transformation of the town of Karratha, in the booming Pilbara mining region, into a hub that will offer lifestyle,...
Nov 8, 2012
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Central Coast surf club leads the way with safety vests
An Australian Surf Life Saving first has seen the introduction of high visibility competitor safety vests at a junior surf carnival. The safety vests were used by juniors at a...
Nov 7, 2012
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Temporary local government recreation and leisure staffing specialists
Emerging business Rec Relief is changing the way Victorian Councils are engaging staff in the aquatic and recreation sector. Rec Relief's Mandy Nolton explains that a range of...
Nov 5, 2012
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Lakes Leisure appoints new chief executive
Ruth Stokes has been appointed Lakes Leisure's new Chief Executive taking up the position on Monday 12th November. Working previously in local government in Auckland, Stokes...
Nov 3, 2012
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New YMCA TV campaign to target water safety in at-risk communities
As annual drowning rates continue at alarming levels, a new national TV campaign from the YMCA, in partnership with the SBS Foundation, is calling for all Australians,...
Nov 1, 2012
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