News: Aquatics
Nationally Recognised Training for Hamilton Island Pool Technician
Hamilton Island pool maintenance Team Leader Scott Oldham has taken a huge step in his professional development. Under the keen eye and encouragement of his supervisor Adrian...
Feb 9, 2010
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WhiteWater pioneers translucent waterslide technology
Leading waterpark designers WhiteWater West Industries has announced the expansion of its line of patent-pending SilkTek⢠translucent fibreglass components found on its...
Feb 8, 2010
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Riddington's swim Safety lesson
Former ironman champion Craig Riddington is offering free swimming lessons to counteract Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) current ocean safety 'rip campaign' which urges people...
Feb 8, 2010
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Plan for Giant Pool on the Yarra
A giant outdoor swimming pool could soon be built on the banks of the Yarra near the Melbourne Aquarium in Batman Park. Melbourne's The Age newspaper has reported that a...
Feb 5, 2010
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Auckland Tenders Pt Erin Pool
Auckland City Council is calling for interested parties keen to be involved in the redevelopment of Pt Erin Pool. The Council is looking to undertake a public-private project...
Feb 5, 2010
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ALFA Admits 500th Member
The admission of the Southwest Sports Centre in Bunbury, Western Australia, marks a membership milestone for the Australian Leisure Facilities Association (ALFA). After only six...
Feb 4, 2010
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Amanda Bracks to Inspire People to Exercise
Respected fitness sales and marketing leader Amanda Bracks has established a new consultancy, Bracks Consulting. Bracks aims to help aquatic, fitness and recreation operators by...
Feb 4, 2010
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Wet'n'Wild confirms AquaLoop additions
Gold Coast waterpark Wet'n'Wild Waterworld has confirmed that they will be installing four AquaLoop water slides in 2010. The ride begins with riders standing in a small chamber...
Feb 3, 2010
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Australia's 'worst year for drownings'
The large number of drowning deaths through the recent holiday period means Australia is on target to have one of its worst years for drowning, according to Royal Life Saving...
Feb 2, 2010
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Thompson forced out in Swimming Australia restructure
Australian swimming's National Head Coach Alan Thompson has been forced out of his position by the board of Swimming Australia. The sport's national ruling body announced in a...
Feb 1, 2010
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Lifeguards Wrap Up Summer Holiday Season
The Australian Lifeguard Service has concluded their summer safety campaign, Operation Edge. Operation Edge was the summer safety campaign which aimed to ensure that beach goers...
Feb 1, 2010
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SLSA urge Australia Day safety: swim between the red and yellow flags
With hundreds of thousands of people expected to hit the beach over the Australia Day weekend, surf lifesavers are pleading for beach goers to make surf safety a priority and...
Jan 25, 2010
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UK Council Bans Naked Changing Room Showering
A UK Council has banned swimmers from showering naked in it's swimming pool changing rooms. Torridge District Council in North Devon has instructed bathers at the Torridge Pool...
Jan 25, 2010
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Professional Lifeguards reject 'flawed' SLSA Rip Campaign
The Australian Professional Ocean Lifeguard Association Inc. (APOLA) has criticised Surf Life Saving Australia's (SLSA) Rip Campaign, stating that "despite clear advice from...
Jan 21, 2010
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Artificial Dive Reef for Gold Coast?
Gold Coast Tourism and the Queensland Government have announced plans to commission a study into the feasibility of a man-made reef on the State's south-east coast. The reef is...
Jan 20, 2010
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City of Sydney Tenders Aquatic and Leisure Facilities
The City of Sydney has tendered the management of its aquatic and leisure facilities including the Ian Thorpe Aquatic Centre, Cook + Phillip Park Aquatic & Fitness Centre and...
Jan 20, 2010
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MSAC's Energise in 30 Days program
The Melbourne Sport and Aquatic Centre (MSAC) is to launch a new intensive lifestyle program. The Energise in 30 Days program is led by lifestyle coaches who assess participants...
Jan 19, 2010
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Next Generation To Develop new Auckland Tennis Centre
Details for a new $25 million tennis centre and health club in Auckland have been confirmed. Set to replace the ASB Tennis Centre in the suburb of Parnell, the venue will be...
Jan 11, 2010
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Surf lifesavers urge Beachgoers to play it safe
Surf lifesavers are urging beachgoers to play it safe when swimming at the beach this summer, after the busy Christmas and New Year break saw nine coastal drownings across...
Jan 8, 2010
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Hong Kong to Promote Community-wide Sport Participation
Hong Kong's Leisure & Cultural Services Department is to promote community-wide participation in sport by providing a diverse range of public activities. Secretary for Home...
Jan 6, 2010
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Regan Moves Across the Tasman
Swimming New Zealand has signed top Australian swimming coach Mark Regan to help develop the sport. Regan arrives in New Zealand on Sunday to take up his new position, replacing...
Jan 4, 2010
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Alarming Rise in Holiday Drownings
The Royal Life Saving Society Australia (RLSSA) is urging vigilance around water following ten drownings across Australia since Christmas Eve. Justin Scarr, RLSSA's Chief...
Dec 30, 2009
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Big Year for Belgravia Leisure
Belgravia Leisure has reported that 2009 has been "a year of stellar growth and achievement." Chief Executive Adrian Johnston explains that "in 2009 Belgravia Leisure grew by...
Dec 21, 2009
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New Zealand's Inaugural Water Safety Awards
Sport Northland won the Prevention category award, Taupo’s AC Baths won the Awareness category award and Rotorua’s Unison Lake Safety Programme took the Education category. The...
Dec 21, 2009
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