News: Aquatics
25 metre pool at Bunbury's South West Sports Centre reopened after maintenance work
The City of Bunbury, together with the South West Sports Centre (SWSC), has announced the successful completion - ahead of schedule - of major upgrade works to the 25-metre pool...
Jul 21, 2025
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Aquatics
Royal Life Saving Australia and Swimming Australia announce partnership to advance water safety and swimming participation
The Royal Life Saving Society - Australia and Swimming Australia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to unite their expertise and resources in a partnership aimed at...
Jul 20, 2025
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SWIMCON International to be held in Dubai in 2026 with CAAR support
SWIM Coaches & Teachers Australia (SWIM) has announced that its flagship international event, SWIMCON International, will be hosted in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from 13th to...
Jul 20, 2025
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Bellingen Shire Council awards swimming pool management contract to Community Aquatics
Bellingen Shire Council on the NSW Mid North Coast has awarded a new five-year contract for the operation and management of its two swimming pool facilities to facility manager...
Jul 20, 2025
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Royal Life Saving highlights the value of lifeguard challenges lifting industry standards
Royal Life Saving Australia has pointed to the role of pool lifeguard challenge competitions run annually by its member organisations and their role in and celebrating the top...
Jul 18, 2025
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Aquatics
Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre to host 2026 Australian Swimming Trials
The Australian Swimming Trials for selection for the 2026 Commonwealth Games and 2026 Pan Pacific Championships teams are returning to NSW and are being held at Sydney Olympic...
Jul 17, 2025
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Local fitness and wellness providers invited to participate in Healthy Darwin 2025-26 Wet Season program
The City of Darwin is inviting local fitness and wellness providers to be part of the upcoming Healthy Darwin 2025-26 Wet Season program. Healthy Darwin is a year-round...
Jul 17, 2025
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Bahrain wave park project breaks ground
With hopes of opening in 2026, the Bahrain Surf Park, Club Hawaii Experience - featuring Wavegarden Cove technology - has begun construction with an official groundbreaking...
Jul 14, 2025
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Sport Singapore continues to enhance its facilities
Sport Singapore (SportSG) has revealed the refreshed Sengkang Sport Centre, which includes new water slides, dedicated space for smaller-scale fitness activities, and new...
Jul 14, 2025
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Lake Macquarie Council and Surf Life Saving NSW sign agreement for hosting Championship events
Under a landmark agreement with Surf Life Saving NSW, Lake Macquarie Council is set to host the NSW Surf Life Saving Championships from 2026-2028. Lake Macquarie Mayor Adam...
Jul 14, 2025
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Royal Life Saving Australia among 34 successful recipients of Maitri Grant 2025
Royal Life Saving Australia has been selected as a recipient of the Maitri Grant 2025, supported by the Centre for Australia-India Relations and the Department of Foreign...
Jul 14, 2025
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New emergency service equipment purchased to keep swimmers safe on Victoria’s Bellarine
Beachgoers, boaters and swimmers around the Bellarine will be safer following the purchase of new vehicles and equipment for volunteer emergency services down the coast. The new...
Jul 14, 2025
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NSW Government launches funding program to help businesses explore Energy-Saving Heat Pumps
Aimed at assisting businesses across diverse sectors and applications - including recreational pool heating - to investigate the feasibility of energy-efficient heat pump...
Jul 13, 2025
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Quick Release system secures Surf Life Saving SA 'Innovation Of The Year' award
Surf Life Saving South Australia held its 2025 Awards of Excellence in June recognising incredible contributions, commitment and passion over the last season across a wide range...
Jul 13, 2025
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Swimming NT launches SwimABILITY program and secures funding for dedicated all abilities coach
A $50,000 funding commitment for Swimming NT to employ a dedicated all abilities coach has been announced today by Northern Territory Minister for People, Sport and Culture,...
Jul 13, 2025
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Dunedin City Council to commence upgrades to Moana Pool ceiling
Dunedin City Council has advised it is set to commence work on a section of ceiling at Moana Pool, as part of its latest phase of refurbishments. The project is among a range of...
Jul 13, 2025
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Aquatics
Swimming Australia Board stands by President Chris Fydler over allegations made by World Aquatics
Swimming Australia Chief Executive Rob Woodhouse has today confirmed that the body's President Chris Fydler will deny and defend recent allegations made by World Aquatics...
Jul 12, 2025
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Swimming Australia President Chris Fydler facing World Aquatics suspension
Swimming Australia’s difficulties with World Aquatics are reported to have arisen again with President Chris Fydler understood to be facing a possible suspension pending an...
Jul 12, 2025
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ASC welcomes latest Play Well Affiliates
Another seven organisations are joining the Australian Sports Commission’s Play Well Affiliates program to help more people be physically active. The organisations all play a...
Jul 10, 2025
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Surf Life Saving Australia supports inclusive initiative NAIDOC Week
This week Surf Life Saving Australia is celebrating 50 years of NAIDOC Week and has joined those around Australia uniting to honour Indigenous voices, culture, and the...
Jul 10, 2025
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Fluidra Commercial introduces new Accessibility Consulting Service
Fluidra Commercial is expanding its services with the introduction of Accessibility Consultation, following team member Natsuki Murata’s recent achievement of a Certificate IV...
Jul 8, 2025
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New training helps Queensland lifeguards and pool managers harness AI to keep swimmers safe
Aquatic professionals across Queensland now have access to a free, cutting-edge online training module to help them understand, implement, and work confidently with drowning...
Jul 8, 2025
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Building complete at Mount Barker's Summit Aquatic and Leisure Centre
Mount Barker District Council has taken over possession of the Summit Aquatic and Leisure Centre following the construction’s ‘practical completion’ last Friday. The $52 million...
Jul 8, 2025
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Aquatic, sport and recreation facilities among southeast Queensland assets to receive cyclone recovery package
In the wake of the impact in March 2025 of ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, a $169.297 million recovery program will be delivered under the joint Commonwealth-state Disaster Recovery...
Jul 7, 2025
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