News: Aquatics
Elite Swimming Loses Coaches: Contracts to Blame?
One of Australia's leading swimming mentors has warned of dire consequences for the sport if urgent action is not taken to replenish the nation's dwindling stocks of elite...
Sep 9, 2009
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Aquatics
Reopening of Mackay's Bluewater Lagoon
Marking the first day of spring after recently celebrating a year of success, Mackay's 3000 metre2 Bluewater Lagoon re-opened on 1st September after a six-week $600,000...
Sep 7, 2009
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Waterparks
Library opened at Blacktown Leisure Centre
Blacktown Leisure Centre, Stanhope (BLCS), NSW, has been expanded with the addition of a branch library along with new recreation and fitness facilities. The Dennis Johnson...
Sep 2, 2009
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ALFA Joins With Australasian Leisure Management
The recently established Australian Leisure Facilities Association (ALFA) is to adopt Australasian Leisure Management magazine as its official publication. The agreement between...
Sep 2, 2009
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Aussies help prevent drowning in the Philippines
Royal Life Saving Society Australia (RLSSA) recently answered a call for help from its sister organisation, the Philippine Lifesaving Society, who are working to provide a...
Aug 31, 2009
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Aquatics
Royal Life Urges Backyard Pool Safety
As summer approaches, the Royal Life Saving Society Australia and PoolWerx are asking everyone with a backyard pool to get in and check their fence and the surrounding...
Aug 28, 2009
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Aquatics
Beijing's Water Cube still draws the crowds
Beijing's Water Cube, where Stephanie Rice swam last summer for Olympic gold, has been in almost constant use since the 2008 Summer Games. A year after the Summer Olympics, the...
Aug 21, 2009
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South Australian Aquatics Conference
Recreation SA has announced details of the 2009 South Australian Aquatics Conference. To be held at the Hindmarsh Education Development Centre on 15th and 16th September the...
Aug 20, 2009
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Aquatics
Redeveloped Elizabeth Aquadome 'exceeds expectations'
In less than a month since its formal reopening, the Aquadome in the South Australian suburb of Elizabeth has, according to City of Playford Mayor, Martin Lindsell "been...
Aug 18, 2009
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Fitness
Mingara One Fitness Centre Upgrades Security
When the Mingara Recreation Club (MRC) opened its new 'Mingara One' fitness centre they realised that with membership set to double and that they needed to implement an...
Aug 12, 2009
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Cairns Waterpark gains all State Government approvals
Plans for the new Adventure Waters water park in Cairns have advanced with Chief Executive Paul Freebody announcing that all Federal and State Government approvals for the...
Aug 11, 2009
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Waterparks
LIWA Aquatics Launches Website, Anticipates Conference
To celebrate its 40th anniversary year LIWA Aquatics has relaunched its website. Executive Officer Tony Head has urged members to have a look and provide feedback, explaining...
Aug 3, 2009
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Speedo pours cold water on bodysuit ban
FINA's ban on bodysuits from next year could throw the sport back two decades, according to an executive from leading manufacturer Speedo. Critics of suits made from materials...
Jul 30, 2009
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FINA confirms bodysuit ban
Swimming's international controlling body FINA has confirmed a ban on bodysuits from next year and said it would also be introducing strict textile restrictions. Newly-elected...
Jul 29, 2009
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Aquatics
The Need for a Perfect Wave
Wave rides offer a long-term solution to revitalising ageing municipal pools and making them more relevant to today's youth, according to Swimplex Aquatics Director Geoff...
Jul 24, 2009
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Waterparks
Western Australian Government contributes to Albany Facility
WA Sport and Recreation Minister Terry Waldron has announced that the Western Australian Government will allocate $3 million of its $8 million election commitment to Albany...
Jul 23, 2009
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Polin Compact Slide now available for Australia market
Having become one of Asia and Europe's best known waterslide manufacturers, Polin Waterparks & Pool Systems products are now available in Australia. Polin's new Compact Slide...
Jul 22, 2009
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LeisureCo/InShape collapse leaves members out of pocket
Fallout from the collapse of Adelaide-based leisure management contractor and fitness club operator LeisureCo has reached the mainstream media with Sydney Eastern Suburbs...
Jul 22, 2009
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Fitness
UV Is A Breath Of Fresh Air For New Zealand Pool
Air and water quality at the Franklin Sport Swim and Fitness centre's two indoor pools in New Zealand has been transformed since the owners installed two Hanovia UV treatment...
Jul 17, 2009
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Aquatics
Surfees Swim School Hits Record Numbers
Blacktown Leisure Centre, Stanhope's 'Surfees Swim School' has hit a record number of enrolments for its learn to swim program - an astounding 3,550 students. Since opening in...
Jul 14, 2009
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Aquatics
Administration arrangements for LeisureCo
Michael Basedow, Partner at Pitcher Partners and Administrator of the LeisureCo group of companies, has announced measures in relation to the Administration of LeisureCo...
Jul 13, 2009
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Darwin Wave Lagoon Draws Crowds
Darwin's new Wave Lagoon has proved a remarkable success since its opening at the beginning of May. Facility managers, the Darwin Waterfront Corporation, have reported that more...
Jul 13, 2009
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LeisureCo collapses into Administration
Adelaide-based leisure management contractor and fitness club operator LeisureCo Pty Ltd has entered voluntary administration, with Pitcher Partners partner Michael Basedow...
Jul 9, 2009
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Fitness
Intelligent Locking Systems for Lockers
Häfele Australia has introduced a series of 'intelligent' new locking systems for lockers - offering self-service, independence and multi-function capabilities. Self Service -...
Jul 8, 2009
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Security