News: Aquatics
Deep Blue Marine launches low cost, high tech automated pool safety system
Deep Blue Marine, a Swiss manufacturer whose engineering team is renowned for developing leading edge Scuba equipment and systems, has announced the launch of the BlueFox Pool...
Mar 1, 2011
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Maytronics launches in Australia
Robotic pool cleaning manufacturer Maytronics has announced the launch of its own distribution network in Australia, under the leadership of former Poolrite General Manager, Dan...
Feb 28, 2011
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Sea World Resort and Water Park Launches Exclusive Dolphin Presentation
In an Australian first, Sea World Resort has launched an exclusive Dolphin presentation, free for guests who stay for two or more nights. The Dolphin Discovery presentation is...
Feb 28, 2011
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Sunshine Coast waterpark dreams end with land sale
The sale of a 75-hectare parcel of land near Caloundra has marked the end of plans for the development of a waterpark on the Sunshine Coast. The land, located opposite the...
Feb 25, 2011
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The Benefits of Boutique Marketing
Boutique Marketing's Welcome Rewards Pack is one of the most exciting innovations to hit the aquatic, fitness and recreation industry in 2011. The product serves as an...
Feb 24, 2011
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Lifesaving organisations seek 'lifeguard' trademark
The Royal Life Saving Society Australia (RLSSA) has moved to calm fears among industry operators following their application for a trademark for the word 'lifeguard'. In August...
Feb 23, 2011
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South Australian Aquatic Centre set to make a big splash
The first splash of 10 million litres of water has begun flowing into the pools at South Australia's new State Aquatic Centre. South Australian Infrastructure Minister Pat...
Feb 22, 2011
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Tragedy as 6.3 magnitude earthquake hits Christchurch
Just five months after suffering from a major earthquake, Christchurch has been embolied in further earthquake tragedy. It has been reported that the tremor, which hit at...
Feb 22, 2011
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Neptune-Benson Welcomes new Vice President-International Business Development
US-based Neptune-Benson, Inc., a leading manufacturer of commercial filtration systems, has announced the appointment of Michael Turner as Vice President International Business...
Feb 19, 2011
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Royal Life welcomes nationally consistent home pool fencing legislation
Royal Life Saving Society - Australia (RLSSA) says a key decision made late last week will have potentially the biggest impact on reducing child drowning since pool fencing was...
Feb 18, 2011
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The Forum gets 5 Stars for Water Safety
The Forum in the NSW Hunter region has confirmed its position as a champion of water safety receiving a 5 Star Water Safety Partner status by the Royal Life Saving Society...
Feb 17, 2011
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Creek Surfing and Polin form artificial surf alliance
The Hungarian-based Creek Surfing company has teamed up with Turkish company Polin Waterparks and Pool Systems to market and distribute the former's new water activity concept....
Feb 17, 2011
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Lost Paradise of Dilmun opens with new attractions
Bahrain's The Lost Paradise of Dilmun is ready to start a new exciting season in 2011. A newly constructed central pool is now available for a variety of pool activities...
Feb 15, 2011
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Wibit takes a lead on open water inflatables
With a growth in the popularity of aquatic amusement inflatables for use in open water, leading German manufacturer Wibit Sports has been highlighting the importance of the...
Feb 15, 2011
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Waiwera Resort drowning reinforces need for parents to watch children around water
The drowning of a two-year-old girl in a public swimming pool last week must serve as a reminder to parents that they have to watch their children around water at all times...
Feb 12, 2011
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Little Splashers take first step to water safety
Blacktown Leisure Centre, Stanhope recently had over 100 children under two years old and their parents participating in a week-long infant water safety program - Surfees Little...
Feb 11, 2011
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Hanovia UV Disinfection Brings in youngsters at Victorian Pool
Kevin Fitzpatrick, owner and proprietor of the Eltham Swim School in Victoria, couldn't be happier with the difference his Hanovia UV system has made to his business....
Feb 9, 2011
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DOC Gives Consent for Wakeboard Park Lease at Aotea Lagoon
The lease for a proposed wakeboard cableway at Porirua's Aotea Lagoon has just been approved by New Zealand's Department of Conservation. Along with the commercial wakeboard...
Feb 7, 2011
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New headscarf helps Muslim women swim safely
An Australian swimming teacher has invented a new headscarf for Muslim women that could be a great benefit to migrants in aquatic environments. Australian Lifesaving...
Feb 5, 2011
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IOC/IAKS LAUNCH 2011 SPORTS & LEISURE FACILITIES AWARD
The International Olympic Committee (IOC), the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) and the International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities (IAKS) are calling...
Feb 4, 2011
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Swimming New Zealand backs Auckland Mayor
Swimming New Zealand has supported Auckland Mayor Len Brown's call for free admission to Council swimming pools and the national body is urging other Councils to follow suit....
Feb 4, 2011
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Decision awaited on Wanaka's sports complex
Stakeholders are awaiting a decision on the location of Wanaka's proposed $10.6 million sports complex. Landowners and staff from the Queenstown Lakes District Council met this...
Feb 3, 2011
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Auckland Mayor opens new Norman Kirk Memorial Pools
Auckland Mayor Len Brown has reopened the Norman Kirk Memorial Pools in Otara. The pools, which are part of the larger Otara Leisure Centre, have undergone significant...
Feb 2, 2011
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Revitalising Retail in Leisure
SKC Operations Pty Ltd (SKCorp) is a consulting company specialising in the delivery of proven retail strategy in the sports, recreation, fitness and leisure markets. With...
Feb 2, 2011
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