News: Aquatics
Davey Water Products branding added to Waterco headquarters
Having acquired Davey Water Products in a $64.9 million deal in the second half of last year, Waterco Limited has added Davey’s branding to its global headquarters in the Sydney...
Feb 29, 2024
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Aquatics
Surf Life Saving Australia reveals summer with 99 drowning deaths and more than 5,000 lives saved
A report on drownings through summer released by Surf Life Saving Australia has shown that as of the evening of 29th February there have been 99 drowning deaths this summer...
Feb 29, 2024
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Olympic gold medallist Ian Thorpe supports swimming fundraiser ‘Laps for Life’
Olympic gold medallist Ian Thorpe is supporting this year’s swimming fundraiser ‘Laps for Life’ and encourages everyone across Australia to jump into the pool or ocean this...
Feb 29, 2024
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MENALAC prepares for its 'Leisure Entertainment & Attractions CEO Conclave'
Middle East and North Africa Leisure & Attractions Council (MENALAC) is gearing up for the 7th Edition of its Leisure Entertainment & Attractions (LEA) Conferences with a focus...
Feb 28, 2024
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Waterparks
Swimming Australia Board appoints interim Co-Chairs
Hayden Collins and Neil Martin have been appointed as interim Swimming Australia Board Co-Chairs following a meeting last night. As Co-Chairs, Collins and Martin will share...
Feb 28, 2024
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Aquatics
First grant round opens for Community Energy Upgrades Fund
Announced in June 2023, the Australian Government's Community Energy Upgrades Fund (CEUF) - which is targeted at community facilities such as aquatic facilities - has opened its...
Feb 28, 2024
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Environment
Aquatic Industry event highlights achievements of drowning prevention campaigns
An Aquatic Industry event held this week in collaboration with Life Saving Victoria at the Northcote Aquatic and Recreation Centre highlighted and marked the significant...
Feb 27, 2024
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Mid-Murray Council seeks community input to help determine future plans for Cambrai Swimming Pool
South Australia’s Mid-Murray Council is asking the community to complete a survey to help Council’s future plans for the Cambrai Swimming Pool. Cambrai is located in the...
Feb 26, 2024
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Consultants
Swimming NSW names high performance coach to lead Southern Performance Centre
Swimming NSW has announced the appointment of David Proud as the Head Coach of the highly anticipated Southern Performance Centre based out of Sutherland Leisure Centre in...
Feb 26, 2024
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Aquatics
Kiama Leisure Centre improves process for swimming lesson enrolments and looks to expand instructor team
Kiama Leisure Centre has experienced a surge in demand for swimming lessons, reflecting the growing number of young families in the region. The Swim school which operates its...
Feb 26, 2024
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Aquatics
10 days until IAAPA Indonesia Summit
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) is counting down to the staging of its APAC ‘Spring’ Summit on the Indonesian island of Bali. Being held...
Feb 26, 2024
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Zoos
Leading aquatic and fitness bodies deliver joint guidance on Cold Water Immersion therapy
With the increasing popularity of Cold Water Immersion (CWI) therapy - Royal Life Saving, AUSactive and SPASA, as key peak bodies committed to community wellbeing and safety -...
Feb 25, 2024
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Fitness
URBNSURF and Surfing Victoria announce five-year partnership
URBNSURF and Surfing Victoria have announced a renewal of their collaboration with a five-year agreement to support the development of surfing. Announcing the ongoing...
Feb 25, 2024
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Aquatics
2024 Rottnest Channel Swim abandoned because of dangerous weather
Organisers of the 2024 South32 Rottnest Channel Swim were today forced to abandon the event part way through because of dangerous weather conditions. The Weather bureau advised...
Feb 23, 2024
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Environment
LIWA Aquatics to stage site tour at reopened Bayswater Waves
With the Bayswater Waves having recently re-opened after major renovations, LIWA Aquatics is to stage an information session and site tour of the newly upgraded facility on the...
Feb 23, 2024
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Fitness
Biathlon, Swimming and Football Netball clubs among recipients of latest Victorian Government funding
The Victorian Government is continuing its support of community clubs across the state to ensure they have the facilities and equipment needed with the latest round of Sporting...
Feb 22, 2024
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Aquatics
Aligned Leisure secures contract to manage City of Casey aquatic, recreation and sport facilities
The City of Casey has awarded the contract to run seven of its aquatic, recreation and sport facilities - which have a combined annual visitation of over 3.5 million people - to...
Feb 21, 2024
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SPLASH! Expo set for Gold Coast return
Set to present groundbreaking solutions, cutting-edge technologies and disruptive ideas for all areas of the aquatic industry, the SPLASH! Expo 2024 will be Gold Coast...
Feb 21, 2024
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Myrtha Pools recognised for supporting records and sustainability at Doha World Aquatics Championships
World Aquatics has acknowledged Myrtha Pools for its role at the just completed 21st World Aquatics Championships - Doha. As a partner of World Aquatics since 2009, the global...
Feb 19, 2024
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Waterco Ltd. appoints David Daft as new Product Training Manager
Global water treatment and pool equipment manufacturer Waterco Limited has appointed a new Product Training Manager to deliver learning and development programs across the...
Feb 19, 2024
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Valerie Taylor teams up with Sunshine Coast marine tourism operator Sunreef on new documentary
Legendary Australian marine conservationist and documentary maker, Valerie Taylor has collaborated with Sunshine Coast marine tourism operator Sunreef to film a new documentary...
Feb 18, 2024
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Environment
Memorable World Aquatics Championships closes in Doha
After 17 days of world record-breaking performances, dramatic finishes and penalty shootouts, the 21st World Aquatics Championships - Doha 2024 has come to a close. Having...
Feb 18, 2024
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Rackley Swimming announces expansion into NSW
One of Queensland’s most experienced and awarded swim centre operators Rackley Swimming has made its first entrance into NSW after taking over the management rights of the pool...
Feb 18, 2024
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Aquatics
Fluidra welcomes Valentina Tripp as new Managing Director for Australia and New Zealand
Fluidra, one of the aquatic industry’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of residential and commercial equipment and parts, has announced the appointment of Valentina Tripp as...
Feb 18, 2024
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Aquatics