News: Aquatics
Dealer conference unites Maytronics and Focus networks for the first time
Following the acquisition in October 2024 of Focus Products by Maytronics Australia to enhance pool customer experience, Maytronics Australia has hosted its biggest-ever dealer...
Jul 7, 2025
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Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre to hold intense swimming training camp and competition
Swimming Victoria will host an intense training camp and competition - the 2025 Tri Series - from 8th-12th July at the Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre, attracting...
Jul 6, 2025
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Maroochydore Surf Life Saving Club elects its first female surf club president
Sunshine Coast’s Maroochydore Surf Life Saving Club has elected Victoria Berry as its first female surf club president, taking on the role from Rob Elford, who stepped down...
Jul 5, 2025
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Major $15 million redevelopment planned for Maroubra Surf Club
Randwick City Council has announced a $15 million redevelopment of Maroubra Surf Life Saving Club in Sydney's east to provide modern, fit-for-purpose facility that supports...
Jul 4, 2025
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Wagga Wagga's Oasis Aquatic Centre achieves its best Royal Life Saving safety audit assessment
The Oasis Regional Aquatic Centre in Wagga Wagga has received its highest combined score during its recent Royal Life Saving Aquatic Facility Safety Assessment since joining the...
Jul 3, 2025
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Yas Waterworld expansion now open to visitors
The Yas Waterworld waterpark on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island, is now officially open. Spanning 1.3 hectares, the all-new area invites guests to dive into a 'Lost City', a continuation...
Jul 3, 2025
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Bass Coast Shire Council facilities and programs farewell the YMCA
The departure of The Y Victoria from delivering youth services on the Bass Coast, fitness classes for the over 50s and management of the Phillip Island and Bass Coast Aquatic...
Jul 3, 2025
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Cairns Regional Council supports enviable lifestyle through investment in sporting and recreational facilities
Cairns Regional Council is supporting the city’s vibrant, outdoor lifestyle with major investment in local parks, sporting grounds, pools, footpaths and recreational facilities...
Jul 2, 2025
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Queensland Academy of Sport becomes State’s newest Statutory Body
The Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS) has become the state’s newest Statutory Body with the Queensland Government having fast-tracked the transition enabling greater efficiency...
Jul 1, 2025
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Myrtha Pools' innovation at 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore
Myrtha Pools has highlighted the central role it is playing at the upcoming 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore, supplying and installing two world-class 50-metre...
Jul 1, 2025
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Maryborough Municipal Olympic Swimming Pool among recipients of infrastructure funding
A number of regional sport clubs across Victoria are being funded to upgrade their facilities to boost participation. Victorian Minister for Community Sport Ros Spence visited...
Jul 1, 2025
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SWIM Australia launches revamped national awards program to recognise excellence in aquatic education
SWIM Coaches & Teachers Australia has announced the launch of its refreshed and expanded SWIM Australia Awards, with nominations open until 27th July 2025. The newly designed...
Jun 30, 2025
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Raft of aquatic activations endorsed for Lake Macquarie
Surfing events are among the activations endorsed for Lake Macquarie following Council’s approved funding of 21 applications for a total of $75,004 under round one of the Event...
Jun 29, 2025
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Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre to include New Zealand’s first Aquatic Sensory Experience
Christchurch’s long-awaited Parakiore Recreation and Sport Centre is moving towards completion and when finished will include New Zealand’s first Aquatic Sensory Experience....
Jun 29, 2025
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New child supervision rules introduced for Orange Aquatic Centre
Orange Aquatic Centre is introducing stronger supervision requirements for parents and carers to address concerns regarding the active supervision of children at the facility....
Jun 29, 2025
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2025 Rip Curl GromSearch Phillip Island to attract elite junior surfing back to Bass Coast Shire
As the final marquee junior event on the Surfing Australia Junior Series, the 2025 Rip Curl GromSearch Phillip Island presented by Bass Coast Shire Council will bring elite...
Jun 29, 2025
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Sport and Swim vouchers return for Northern Territory families
Families across the Northern Territory can apply for the next round of Sport and Learn to Swim Vouchers from 1st July, helping cover the cost of activities that keep children...
Jun 28, 2025
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Belgravia Leisure spotlights Stromlo Leisure Centre as home to largest GOswim program
As winter sets in and families seek engaging indoor activities, Belgravia Leisure has advised that families in the Western Molonglo region of ACT are keeping active and building...
Jun 26, 2025
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Belgravia Leisure secures National Marketing and Communications Award for its campaign 'MOVE IT CANBERRA'
Belgravia Leisure was last night awarded the Marketing and Communications Award at the 2025 Australian Sport, Recreation and Play Innovation Awards hosted by National Sports and...
Jun 25, 2025
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Designs released for North Bellarine Aquatic Centre Stage Two
The City of Greater Geelong has released plans for the $40 million second stage of the North Bellarine Aquatic Centre development project. Available for viewing by the public,...
Jun 25, 2025
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Negawatt Projects to stage latest aquatic centre energy efficiency seminar
Negawatt Projects is running another aquatic centre energy efficiency seminar, this one to be held at St Leonards College in Melbourne on 10th July. The first session will...
Jun 25, 2025
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Surf Lakes Global appoints Troy Warfield as Chief Executive to lead global expansion
Australian-founded but now USA-based Surf Lakes Global has announced former British Airways and Topgolf executive Troy Warfield as its new Chief Executive. In an announcement...
Jun 24, 2025
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Maribyrnong Aquatic Centre expands school holiday program to meet community demand
Due to demand for its School Holiday Intensives, Maribyrnong Aquatic Centre has announced the expansion of its popular school holiday program. With most week one classes now at...
Jun 22, 2025
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Western Australian Government launches PlayOn WA: 2030 by 2030
The Western Australian Government is aiming to ensure sport and recreation facilities keep pace with growing communities, support active lifestyles and provide inclusive spaces...
Jun 22, 2025
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