News: Aquatics
Cooma Festival Swimming Pool receives funding for new water filtration system
Snowy Monaro Regional Council has advised that upgrades totalling $3.8 million are now possible for the Cooma Festival Swimming Pool, thanks to a grant from the Department of...
Feb 4, 2024
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Matt Abood appointed to Swimming Australia Board as interim president stands down
The Swimming Australia Board has announced the appointment of Matt Abood as Athlete Director on the Board while also advising that, effective today, Susan Smith will be standing...
Feb 4, 2024
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Aquatics
Hornsby Council unveils refurbished and more accessible Galston Aquatic Centre
Hornsby Shire Council has marked the reopening of its upgraded Galston Aquatic and Leisure Centre (GALC). The refurbishments to the popular facility included the installation of...
Feb 4, 2024
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Project to build Albany artificial surf reef looking to engage lead contractor
The City of Albany development of an artificial surf reef is moving forward with the process to engage a lead contractor for the $11.75 million now underway. The Southern Ocean...
Feb 4, 2024
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150,000 visitors make use of Western Sydney’s 'Penrith Pond'
The NSW Government has advised that more than 150,000 people have escaped the summer heat at the new Western Sydney beach in Penrith since its opening in mid-December....
Feb 2, 2024
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Temporary closure of Hobart Aquatic Centre for critical pool repairs
The waterslide, tipping bucket, leisure pool and 25 metre recreational pool at the Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre will be out of action for three days next week to allow...
Feb 2, 2024
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International Swim Schools Association wraps up successful Dubai event
The International Swim Schools Association (ISSA) has reported on the staging of its third International Swim Schools Spectacular in Dubai which hosted over 200 delegates from...
Feb 1, 2024
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Belgravia Leisure ACT Venues receive Royal Life Saving 5-Star Accreditation
In an impressive feat accomplished within just a month of taking on the management of the ACT Government’s aquatic and recreation venues, Belgravia Leisure has achieved Royal...
Feb 1, 2024
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City of Sydney’s Andrew 'Boy' Charlton Pool to close for critical works
The City of Sydney has advised that its famous Andrew 'Boy' Charlton Pool on the edge of Sydney Harbour at The Domain will close for more than a year for essential maintenance...
Jan 31, 2024
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Diversity and Inclusion in Leisure Forum counts down to Melbourne return
Following the success of its inaugural event in 2023, stakeholders in the aquatic and recreation industry in Victoria have again joined together to address issues relating to...
Jan 31, 2024
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Launch of new training programs for surf and theme parks
Australia’s acknowledged global leadership in aquatic facility safety is being expanded with the release of a series of training programs to surf parks, aquatic-based theme...
Jan 31, 2024
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Waterparks
pHlozone software delivers new levels of technology for management of aquatic facilities
International Quadratics has highlighted the benefits of its pHlozone management software and its role in contributing to aquatic facilities' efficiency, safety, compliance and...
Jan 31, 2024
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2024 Belgravia Foundation Inspiration Breakfast to celebrate need for improved health and happiness
The Belgravia Foundation’s 2024 Inspiration Breakfast is set to celebrate and communicate the contribution of aquatics, fitness, recreation and sport in connecting people in...
Jan 30, 2024
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Upgrade program at Hervey Bay Aquatic Centre set to commence in March
Fraser Coast Regional Council has advised that new change rooms and an improved enclosure for the 25-metre pool at the Hervey Bay Aquatic Centre will be among works set to take...
Jan 30, 2024
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Global Wellness Institute ranks Australia 11th of 145 countries based on wellness market size
The Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has today released a comprehensive report delving into the wellness economies of 145 countries and ranking them by size. This new, in-depth...
Jan 30, 2024
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Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas initiates lawsuit against World Aquatics
Former University of Pennsylvania swimmer Lia Thomas, who broke barriers as the first out transgender woman to win a US NCAA swimming championship, has launched a legal...
Jan 30, 2024
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Webinars to offer advice on electrifying aquatic centres and reducing emissions
The recent launch of the Australian Government’s $100 million Community Energy Upgrades Fund (CEUF) presents the councils with the opportunity to apply for co-funding grants of...
Jan 29, 2024
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Environment
Refurbished Margaret River’s Recreation Centre to reopen by Easter
The Shire of Augusta-Margaret River has advised that it expects to reopen the doors of the refurbished Margaret River Recreation Centre on 25th March. The Centre, and its pool,...
Jan 28, 2024
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World Conference on Drowning Prevention organisers invite input on closing statement
Following the successful conclusion of the 2023 World Conference on Drowning Prevention (WCDP) in Perth in December last year, the organisers of the event are now inviting input...
Jan 27, 2024
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ActiveXchange adds customer acquisition dashboard to the operator platform
ActiveXchange has developed a new customer-centric dashboard to its ActiveXchange for Operators data intelligence platform. Helping aquatic, fitness and recreation facility...
Jan 27, 2024
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Emma McKeon named Young Australian of the Year
Australia’s greatest Olympian, swimmer Emma McKeon, has been announced as the Young Australian of the Year. At the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, she became the first female swimmer and...
Jan 25, 2024
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Life Saving Victoria concerned for potential tragedies over long weekend
Following four fatal drownings at Phillip Island this week, Life Saving Victoria (LSV) has issued a grave warning to Victorians to stay safe around water this long weekend....
Jan 25, 2024
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Mariah Jones and Jake Smith secure top honours at Australian Pool Lifesaving Championships
Australian Lifesaving Team athlete Mariah Jones, competing for club team Sunshine Coast Grammar, Queensland has won the Female Lifesaver of the Meet at the Australian Pool...
Jan 25, 2024
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NSW Minister for Emergency Services to host Water Safety Roundtable
Facing a rising summer drowning toll, NSW Minister for Emergency Services, Jihad Dib, supported by the Emergency Management Branch of the NSW Premier’s Department, will be...
Jan 24, 2024
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