News: Aquatics
IAKS ANZ to stage Architects Forum plus eight sessions at NSC 2024
In the lead up to the 2024 National Sports and Physical Activity (NSC), the International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities Australia and New Zealand (IAKS ANZ) is...
Jun 2, 2024
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Tasmanian aquatic venues secure Royal Life Saving 5-star safety ratings
In a first for Tasmania, the Smithton Wellbeing Indoor Recreation and Leisure (SWIRL) and the Splash Devonport Aquatic and Leisure Centre have earned the state’s inaugural...
Jun 2, 2024
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World Uni Games flagged as critical to Australian Swimming development
The World University Games are now the second largest multi-sport event in the world, second only to the Olympics. The World University Games to be held in 2025 and 2027, are...
Jun 2, 2024
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Lake Macquarie Council capital works spend includes commitment to new learn-to-swim pool and Hunter Sports Centre expansion
Lake Macquarie City Councillors have voted to adopt a $111.5 million capital works spend over the next financial year. Advising of her confidence that the Council had produced a...
May 31, 2024
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Port Fairy Community Pool Management and the Victorian Department of Education fined following 2021 child drowning
A Victorian County Court Judge has today advised that fines imposed for safety breaches surrounding the drowning of eight-year-old a year child on a school excursion are in no...
May 30, 2024
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Divirod partners with hospitality groups in new Global Coastal Observation Network Initiative
With climate change having the potential to significantly impact coastal tourism, Divirod, a provider of real-time water monitoring services, has partnered with hospitality...
May 30, 2024
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Environment
Strategic partnerships, leadership and technology the focus at 58th ARI Annual Conference and Trade Show
The Aquatic and Recreation Institute NSW (ARI NSW) concluded its Annual Conference and Trade Show last week at the West HQ in Rooty Hill, after two eventful days - from Sunday...
May 30, 2024
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Lack of funding sees postponement of Maryborough Olympic Pool Complex restoration and reopening
Central Goldfields Shire Council was recently notified that their funding application to the Federal Government's Growing Regions Fund for the Maryborough Olympic Pool Complex...
May 30, 2024
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Inner West Council to vote on funding Leichhardt Park Sport and Recreation Precinct
Sydney’s Inner West Council has advised they will be holding an extraordinary meeting next Tuesday 4th June to vote on allocating $10 million of Council funds to renovate...
May 29, 2024
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City of Greater Geelong keeps North Bellarine Aquatic Centre open during winter
Following a Council decision earlier this week, the City of Greater Geelong has resolved to keep the $15.5 million North Bellarine Aquatic Centre open year-round - operating...
May 29, 2024
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Geelong’s Northern Aquatic and Community Hub named Norlane ARC
City of Greater Geelong has advised that the $65.6 million community facility in Norlane which opened to the public in February this year as the Northern Aquatic and Community...
May 28, 2024
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Endless Surf reveals next-generation wave technology
Endless Surf, a wave generation technology powered by WhiteWater, has revealed its stadium-sized surf lagoon - at O2 SurfTown MUC - in Munich, Germany. The wave technology...
May 28, 2024
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Waterparks
Expectation of July 2025 completion for Christchurch's Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre
Building contractors CPB has advised infrastructure delivery body Rau Paenga that it expects to have construction of Christchurch’s much delayed Parakiore Recreation and Sport...
May 27, 2024
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International Quadratics and Pierce Pools Supplies reveal new InterQuad branding
Leading aquatic product suppliers International Quadratics and Pierce Pool Supplies have today revealed a refreshed name and logo - Interquad - for their group operations. With...
May 27, 2024
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Royal Life Saving releases new aquatic industry resources
Royal Life Saving Society - Australia, with the support of the National Aquatic Industry Committee, has launched two pivotal resources to increase community safety by...
May 27, 2024
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Research highlights potential of climate change to boost cryptosporidiosis in New Zealand swimming locations
Research published in the international journal Epidemiology & Infection - the first study to compare clusters of outbreaks of cryptosporidiosis to severe weather events in...
May 27, 2024
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Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort partners with Australia Zoo to extend tourism experience
Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort, a popular and award-winning family resort, has partnered with Australia Zoo to create an impressive Sunshine Coast escape for families,...
May 27, 2024
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The Y Northern Territory appointed to manage City of Darwin aquatic facilities
The City of Darwin has announced that The Y Northern Territory will continue to manage its three community pools, including the soon-to-open Casuarina Aquatic and Leisure...
May 26, 2024
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Outback Queensland Wellness Way highlights hot springs and artesian baths
The Wellness Way, a new addition to the 2024 Outback Queensland Traveller’s Guide, offers a roadmap to relaxation and rejuvenation through hot springs and artesian baths across...
May 25, 2024
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Nine media report indicates influence sought by Gina Rinehart for sport sponsorship
A report today in The Age and Sydney Morning Herald has outlined the level of influence sought by Hancock Prospecting and its Executive Chairman Gina Rinehart for its extensive...
May 24, 2024
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Luke Daly announced as ASSA’s new Chief Executive
The Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) has this afternoon announced Luke Daly as their new Chief Executive. The announcement of Daly’s new role at ASSA follows the...
May 24, 2024
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Palm Beach Aquatic Centre more than three quarters completed
While the reopening of the Palm Beach Aquatic and Community Centre has been delayed until later in the year, the City of Gold Coast has given an update on how the revamped...
May 23, 2024
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BlueFit named as new operator of Camden Council’s Aquatic and Leisure Centres
Camden Council, located in Sydney’s south-west, has announced BlueFit as the new operator of Mount Annan Leisure Centre, Camden War Memorial Pool and the soon to open, $63...
May 21, 2024
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Little Toggs introduces new Thermaswim range
Little Toggs, an Australian distributor for Splash About Products, has launched the new Thermaswim range, designed to keep swimmers warm and comfortable during sessions in the...
May 21, 2024
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