News: Aquatics
CERM PI team releases latest industry performance bulletin
The CERM Performance Indicators® Project at the Centre for Tourism & Leisure Management, University of South Australia has recently published its latest Bulletin (Vol 20, ISSN...
Mar 31, 2012
Finance /
Recreation /
Aquatics
Missing competitor puts focus on Surf Life Saving event safety
The body of a teenage surf lifesaver who disappeared during a competition yesterday has been recovered from the water. Matthew Barclay, from the Maroochydore Surf Life Saving...
Mar 29, 2012
Events /
Sport /
Safety /
Aquatics
Maytronics launches Poseidon division in Australia
Maytronics Australia has announced that it will distribute the Poseidon anti-drowning protection system in Australia, through the newly launched Poseidon Australia. This new...
Mar 28, 2012
Safety /
Aquatics
ACT Government reveals plans for new Gungahlin Leisure Centre
The ACT Government has revealed plans for the development of a new aquatic and recreation centre in Gungahlin. Introducing the development ACT Chief Minister, Katy Gallagher...
Mar 27, 2012
Design /
Recreation /
Aquatics
Wave Loch gains validation in long running Patent suit
Artificial surfing wave manufacturer Wave Loch has announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has upheld its patent infringement claim against rival...
Mar 26, 2012
Design /
Legal /
Technology /
Aquatics /
Waterparks
Geelong aquatic and recreation facilities equipped with defibrillators
The City of Greater Geelong's aquatic, recreation and sport centres and their staff are now better equipped to save lives thanks to new automated external defibrillators. The...
Mar 23, 2012
Safety /
Recreation /
Wellness /
Aquatics
New Chief Executive for Surf Life Saving New Zealand
The Board of Surf Life Saving New Zealand has announced the appointment of Paul Dalton as the organisation's new Chief Executive. To be based in Wellington, Dalton joins SLSNZ...
Mar 23, 2012
Sport /
Safety /
Aquatics
Leading presenters to address ascta CONVENTION 2012
The asctaCONVENTION 2012 has assembled a strong line-up of specialist presenters for its event to be held on the Gold Coast from 24th April to 1st May. The Bronze coaching...
Mar 21, 2012
Events /
Safety /
Education /
Aquatics
Singapore to host 2012 Southeast Asia Swimming Championships
Singapore will be the venue for the first ever Southeast Asia Swimming Championships 2012 (SEA Swimming Championships 2012). The SEA Swimming Championships 2012 will also be the...
Mar 20, 2012
Events /
Venues /
Aquatics
YMCA Swimathon raises more than $100,000 to help Australians in need
Hundreds of swimming enthusiasts across the country helped to raise in excess of $100,000 to fund YMCA charitable programs in their local communities as part of the inaugural...
Mar 17, 2012
Events /
Safety /
Education /
Recreation /
Aquatics /
Waterparks
Action sports to make waves in Mandurah
Some of the world's highest ranked action sport stars will compete at this weekend's EYRES Action Sports Games Mandurah. Western Australian Tourism Minister Kim Hames said the...
Mar 16, 2012
Events /
Sport /
Culture /
Aquatics
Al Ain opens surf pool in the desert
The Gulf Emirate of Al Ain has welcomed Wadi Adventure, the Middle East's first man made white water rafting, kayaking and artificial surf facility. Located at the base of Jebel...
Mar 15, 2012
Events /
Tourism /
Attractions /
Technology /
Aquatics /
Waterparks
Olympic swimmers to shun new generation Speedo swimsuits?
When Australia's top swimmers meet to contest Olympic selection at the national championships at the South Austalian State Aquatic & Leisure Centre this week, it appears most...
Mar 14, 2012
Events /
Sport /
Venues /
Technology /
Aquatics /
Retail
Countdown to 2012 Victorian Aquatic & Recreation Awards
Aquatics and Recreation Victoria (ARV) is inviting entries for its 2012 Victorian Aquatic and Recreation Awards, with plenty of time for interested parties to nominate that...
Mar 13, 2012
Events /
Marketing /
Recreation /
Aquatics
Anti Wave innovates with new generation swim starting block
Leading swim sport equipment manufacturer Anti Wave is continuing to innovate with new developments in starting block technology. With 40 years experience and as a supplier to...
Mar 12, 2012
Events /
Sport /
Technology /
Aquatics
More than 800 swimmers set eyes on London
The 2012 EnergyAustralia Swimming Championships will see a record number of 834 athletes compete for Olympic and Paralympic nomination. The eight day event, being held from 15th...
Mar 11, 2012
Events /
Sport /
Venues /
Aquatics
Western Australian aquatic, recreation and sport facilities share $15 million in state funding
Aquatic, recreation and sport facilities and groups across Western Australia will share more than $15 million in state Government grants under the latest round of the Community...
Mar 8, 2012
Sport /
Finance /
Recreation /
Government /
Aquatics
Simon Weatherill to address ALFA networking event at the Australian Fitness & Health Expo
Facility management expert Simon Weatherill will be the keynote speaker at the Australian Leisure Facilities Association (ALFA) networking lunch being held during the 2012...
Mar 7, 2012
Events /
Finance /
Wellness /
Aquatics /
Fitness
Still time to join the YMCA Swimathon
With just a few days left to register, the YMCA is encouraging Australians of all ages and swimming abilities to 'Dive In' and 'Help Out' at Australia's biggest pool-based swim,...
Mar 7, 2012
Events /
Safety /
Education /
Aquatics
Federal Coalition leader pledges more money for life saving
Federal Opposition Leader Tony Abbott has announced that a future Coalition government would commit an additional $10 million to assist surf life saving clubs. The money would...
Mar 6, 2012
Safety /
Education /
Government /
Aquatics
Bay of Plenty to host NZ Coastal Recreation Conference
The New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA) is set to hold its Coastal Recreation Conference on 2nd and 3rd April at the TECT Arena in Mount Maunganui. This highly anticipated...
Mar 6, 2012
Events /
Recreation /
Aquatics /
Environment
Push for women-only swimming in Canberra
Momentum is gathering for women's-only swimming in Canberra, with calls for it to be incorporated in the design of the planned Gungahlin Leisure Centre or made available at...
Mar 5, 2012
Design /
Culture /
Government /
Aquatics
Great Barrier Reef confirmed as a 'National Landscape'
A change is underway for tourism in the Great Barrier Reef, with the region being named Australia's newest National Landscape. The National Landscapes program identifies 'the...
Mar 3, 2012
Tourism /
Aquatics /
Environment
Lane Cove community to Walk around the World
The community of Lane Cove in Sydney is to launch an initiative to encourage local residents to get active. The Walk around the World challenge is inviting participants to...
Mar 2, 2012
Events /
Recreation /
Wellness /
Aquatics /
Fitness