News: Aquatics
Further funding for Hawke's Bay learn to swim and water safety programme
The Hawke's Bay Community Fitness Centre Trust has announced the extension of the Royston Health Trust Learn to Swim and Water Safety Programme for children across the region....
Mar 11, 2024
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Belgravia Leisure program empowers youth while fostering social inclusion
Belgravia Leisure has announced the participation of Melbourne’s Mill Park Leisure and the Thomastown Recreation and Aquatic Centre (TRAC) in a work experience initiative...
Mar 11, 2024
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Aquatics
Brisbane 2032 President Andrew Liveris calls for Games building to begin
Brisbane 2032 Olympics and Paralympics President Andrew Liveris has called for political unity in backing the soon-to-be-released findings of the Queensland Government’s review...
Mar 10, 2024
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Facing rising costs City of Geelong looks to close 50 metre pool at North Bellarine Aquatic Centre for seven months
Citing rising operating and lifeguard shortages, the City of Greater Geelong is set to close the outdoor 50 metre pool at the newly opened North Bellarine Aquatic Centre for...
Mar 10, 2024
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New technology from Colorado Time Systems enhances opportunities for deaf swimmers
Mindful of the needs of deaf or hard of hearing athletes who have previously relied on hand signals during start sequences, Colorado Time Systems has introduced a new level of...
Mar 10, 2024
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Hundreds of lifesavers and nippers attend unveiling of Blue Plaque on Bondi Surf Bathers' Life Saving Club
Hundreds of past and present lifesavers and young nippers today joined NSW Minister for Heritage Penny Sharpe and Mayor of Waverley Council Paula Masselos for the official...
Mar 10, 2024
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City of Greater Geelong spotlights long weekend challenges for aquatic centres
The City of Greater Geelong has highlighted that community might be faced with potential service disruptions at its aquatic centres this weekend due to a combination of a long...
Mar 8, 2024
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Australian Swim Schools Association 2024 National Conference to invite delegates to ‘Level Up’
The Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) has announced details of its 2024 National Conference, set to return to the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre from 19th...
Mar 7, 2024
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JUMP! Swim Schools to open more than six new sites in Western Sydney
With Western Sydney’s population growing rapidly and along with it the demand for children’s swimming lessons, JUMP! Swim Schools are set to open more than six new sites in the...
Mar 7, 2024
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Swimming coaches SWIMCON conference heads to the Sunshine Coast in September
SWIMCON, Australia’s leading aquatic conference dedicated to swim coaches, teachers, and swim schools, is this year to be staged at the Events Centre Caloundra on Queensland’s...
Mar 6, 2024
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Black Swan State Theatre Company’s ‘The Pool’ among performances to receive regional touring funding
Black Swan State Theatre Company is one of three Western Australian dance and theatre companies that will be staging their work around the State over the next three years thanks...
Mar 6, 2024
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Eco-award winning Gwinganna retreat launches signature seven-night experience
Queensland’s eco-award winning Gwinganna Lifestyle Retreat has launched a new signature seven night experience – ‘Ultimate Wellness – that will replace the Gwinganna Detox from...
Mar 6, 2024
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Water Polo Australia and Australian Marine Conservation Society agree innovative partnership
Aiming to drive change towards a more sustainable future, Water Polo Australia and the Australian Marine Conservation Society have announced a new partnership. The collaboration...
Mar 6, 2024
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Environment
New Parramatta Aquatic Centre attracts more than 300,000 visits since opening
City of Parramatta Lord Mayor Pierre Esber has advised that the Parramatta Aquatic Centre has generated more than 300,000 visits in its first five months of operation. Since...
Mar 6, 2024
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Royal Life Saving fears 500 public pools may close without strategic investment
Royal Life Saving Society - Australia has expressed its fears that as many as 500 public swimming pools will close within 10 years without significant and sustained investment....
Mar 5, 2024
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New Wi-Fi technology trialled at Yarrangobilly Caves thermal pool
The Yarrangobilly Caves thermal pool, located within Kosciuszko National Park, has launched new Wi-Fi technology - being trialled by the NSW Government in partnership with Wagga...
Mar 5, 2024
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Staff shortages prompt early closure of Port Hedland's Gratwick Aquatic Centre
Citing "critical aquatic staff shortages across Western Australia" the Town of Port Hedland has been forced to close the Gratwick Aquatic Centre as of Tuesday 5th March. In an...
Mar 5, 2024
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Aquatics
Pool operator pleads guilty to safety breaches over child drowning at Port Fairy Community Pool
Following the drowning death of a child in 2021, the Port Fairy Community Pool Management Group has today pleaded guilty in the Warrnambool Magistrates' Court to a charge of...
Mar 4, 2024
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Aquatics
HBF drops naming rights branding at Perth’s HBF Stadium and HBF Arena
VenuesWest is to explore opportunities for the future naming for its HBF Stadium and HBF Arena venues following HBF's announcement that it is ending its longstanding sponsorship...
Mar 4, 2024
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660,000 Brisbane residents make use of $2 swimming program through summer
Brisbane City Council’s initiative to charge a flat rate of $2 for both adults and children using its aquatic centres through the summer, has proven to be a significant success...
Mar 4, 2024
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NSW Government convenes Coastal Water Safety Roundtable
A roundtable meeting of water safety experts hosted by NSW Minister for Emergency Services Jihad Dib yesterday, looked at how more lives can be saved on NSW beaches after more...
Mar 4, 2024
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City of Sydney offers free swimming classes and gym access during Seniors Festival
The City of Sydney has an array of additional programming and special events on offer during Seniors Festival from 11th to 24th March. Among the offerings for residents over 55...
Mar 4, 2024
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Fitness
High temperatures see Penrith Beach swimming season extended until Anzac Day
With high temperatures forecasted to continue across Western Sydney, Penrith Beach will remain open to the public for another month. Lifeguards from Royal Life Saving Society...
Mar 3, 2024
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Environment
Redland City Council continues Cleveland Aquatic Centre upgrades
Redland City Council has announced that it is continuing ongoing upgrades to its Cleveland Aquatic Centre, with works set to start on a refurbishment of the two smaller pools...
Mar 3, 2024
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