News: Aquatics
Whitehorse City Council advises on upcoming EOIs for management of Aqualink Learn to Swim Programs
Whitehorse City Council has advised that it will soon be publishing an Expression of Interest for suitably experienced providers to manage the Aqualink Learn to Swim programs....
Aug 1, 2024
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Auckland Council continues discussions on plans for new pool in the Northwest
Auckland Council has advised that plans for a new pool in the Northwest of Auckland is one step closer. It follows a funding timeline, beginning with $300,000 for FY26 for site...
Aug 1, 2024
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Belgravia Leisure reduces emissions from headquarters electricity use by 100%
In a significant step towards achieving its sustainability goals, Belgravia Leisure’s headquarters in the Melbourne suburb of Bayswater are now operating with 100% renewable...
Jul 31, 2024
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City of Kingston appoints ADCO to construct new Aquatic and Leisure Centre
The City of Kingston in Melbourne's south-eastern suburbs advised it has appointed ADCO to undertake the construction of the new Aquatic and Leisure Centre in Mordialloc. The...
Jul 31, 2024
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Refined concept unveiled for Manly Life Saving Club
Sydney's Northern Beaches Council has unveiled the refined concept for the Manly Life Saving Club to provide a new purpose-built facility to support the needs of the 3.5 million...
Jul 31, 2024
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Townsville’s Strand aquatic playspace undergoes significant maintenance
Townsville’s seafront Strand waterpark and aquatic playspace is undergoing significant maintenance as part of a month-long shutdown that will see the waterpark’s popular bucket,...
Jul 29, 2024
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Upgraded Black Rock Life Saving Club opens with enhanced patrol viewing areas and accessibility
In 2022, Life Saving Victoria (LSV) identified Bayside’s Black Rock Life Saving Club as a priority club requiring redevelopment to ensure the club remained fit-for-purpose and...
Jul 29, 2024
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GripFactory UltraGrip treatment offers solution for slippery aquatic surfaces
Aware of the large number of slips and trips that occur in aquatic and recreation environments - and the insurance claims that often follow - GripFactory Australia has released...
Jul 29, 2024
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South Australian Aquatics Conference and Awards to focus on collaboration
The aquatics industry in South Australia is to again come together for the South Australian Aquatics Conference and Awards to be held at the SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre on...
Jul 28, 2024
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Maytronics installs advanced AI Poseidon System at Paris 2024 Olympic Training Facilities
Maytronics Australia has equipped eight premier Paris 2024 Olympic training swimming facilities - dedicated to athlete preparation - with the advanced Maytronics AI Poseidon...
Jul 28, 2024
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‘Last Lap’ event staged at soon to be demolished Adelaide Aquatic Centre
In advance of its upcoming closure to make way for a new $135 million facility, the Adelaide Aquatic Centre has today staged a final event for swimmers. Due to close this...
Jul 28, 2024
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Shoalhaven’s aquatic and leisure centre opening hours adjusted to reduce expenditure
Shoalhaven City Council is reducing the operating hours of more than 20 facilities and services as part of the ongoing work to address Council’s financial position in the...
Jul 25, 2024
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MidCoast Council offers additional Swimming Pool Management contracts
MidCoast Council, located on the NSW Mid North Coast, will offer contracts for the management of the Tea Gardens swimming pool and the Wingham Memorial swimming pool. Hughes...
Jul 25, 2024
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Heat pump at Coffs Harbour War Memorial Olympic Swimming Pool now fully operational
A project to install a heat pump in the 50-metre pool at the Coffs Harbour War Memorial Olympic Swimming Pool has been completed, with users expected to be able to experience a...
Jul 25, 2024
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Beach enclosure to be installed at Fremantle’s Bathers Beach
The City of Fremantle has decided to install a beach enclosure at Bathers Beach and to roll out Beach Emergency Number (BEN) signs along the Swan River. The Western Australian...
Jul 24, 2024
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Royal Life Saving highlights importance of World Drowning Prevention Day
Marking the United Nations declared World Drowning Prevention Day today, Royal Life Saving Society - Australia has emphasised the need to raise awareness of drowning prevention,...
Jul 24, 2024
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Global Wellness Summit spotlights emerging trend of ‘Wellness-Art-Tainment’
New technologies such as generative AI, projection mapping and spatial sound has seen the rise of more immersive, awe-inspiring wellness experiences that engage all the senses....
Jul 24, 2024
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Water Safety New Zealand highlights urgent need for funding to end drownings
With today marking World Drowning Prevention Day, Water Safety New Zealand has condemned the lack of funding from the New Zealand Government for water safety education and...
Jul 24, 2024
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Belgravia Leisure aquatic venues to turn blue for World Drowning Prevention Day
As the world prepares to observe World Drowning Prevention Day as of tomorrow (25th July), Belgravia Leisure is joining forces with Royal Life Saving Society - Australia,...
Jul 23, 2024
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Poolwerx announced as Brisbane Heat’s new Major Partner for the next two years
Poolwerx, the largest pool and spa maintenance network across Australia and New Zealand, has announced a significant partnership with The Big Bash League’s Brisbane Heat ahead...
Jul 23, 2024
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New Meridian heating system to be installed at Orange Aquatic Centre
Orange City Council has a long-term sustainability plan to make the Orange Aquatic Centre more energy efficient. The first step, which is currently underway, is the replacement...
Jul 23, 2024
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Council to commence legal proceedings against North Sydney Olympic Pool architects
North Sydney Council voted, at a meeting held last night, to commence legal proceedings against Brewster Hjorth Architects (BHA) for breach of contract in relation to design...
Jul 22, 2024
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Gold Coast aquatic centres achieve platinum endorsement from Royal Life Saving
In a historic development for the aquatic industry in Queensland, four City of Gold Coast aquatic centres have become the first facilities in the state to achieve the...
Jul 22, 2024
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Auckland Council urged to stop privatising management of aquatic and recreation centres
New Zealand’s Public Service Association (PSA) is calling for Auckland Council to stop privatising the management of aquatic and recreation centres and to consult with the...
Jul 22, 2024
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