News: Aquatics
Australian Pool Lifesaving Championships 2024 set to commence at Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre
Top lifesaving athletes of all ages from around Australia are heading to the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre for three days of intense competition at this year’s Australian...
Jan 17, 2024
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URBNSURF Melbourne to host 2024 BYD Pro QS3000 World Surf League event
URBNSURF Melbourne is hosting the 2024 BYD Pro QS3000 World Surf League (WSL) Qualifying Series presented by Rip Curl and Pirate Life on Saturday 3rd February. The event will...
Jan 16, 2024
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Viva Leisure passes 20 years since opening of first Club Lime
Viva Leisure has passed 20 years since the opening of its first Club Lime, Club Blue and Club Swim facility at CISAC, Canberra. Sharing the achievement on social media, Viva...
Jan 15, 2024
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Handbook the first step in developing network of the world’s ‘swimmable’ cities
Charting the ‘swimmability’ of cities around the world, the release of the Swimmable Cities Handbook aims to spotlight pioneering aquatic projects in urban waterways around the...
Jan 15, 2024
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Foxton Pools to reopen following $5.8 million rebuild
Horowhenua District Council, situated in the Manawatū-Whanganui region of New Zealand's North Island, has advised that following a $5.8 million rebuild, Foxton Pools will reopen...
Jan 15, 2024
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Maitland City Council to offer free aquatic centre entry on Australia Day
Looking forward to Australia Day, Maitland City Council will offer free pool entry to the Maitland Aquatic Centre and East Maitland Aquatic Centres on 26th January. Part of the...
Jan 15, 2024
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International Theme Park Services enhances its training techniques
International Theme Park Services Inc. (ITPS), a global leader in theme park and attractions industry consulting for over 40 years, has announced innovative enhancements to its...
Jan 15, 2024
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Queensland Government doubles funding for its SwimStart program
Hundreds of additional Queensland families are now eligible for $150 swimming lesson vouchers following the state government’s SwimStart program having been doubled courtesy of...
Jan 14, 2024
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Two whale sharks at Japan aquarium die due to earthquake related equipment failures
Two whale sharks at Notojima Aquarium in Nanao, Ishikawa Prefecture, Japan died in successive days after equipment failures led to deterioration of their water tank environment....
Jan 14, 2024
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Swimming NSW 2024 Country Regional Championships event to be held at Charlestown Swim Centre
More than 550 of the NSW’s top regional swimmers are set to converge on Charlestown Swim Centre next week for the 2024 Country Regional Championships. Being held on 21st and...
Jan 14, 2024
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Ironmen and Ironwomen save swimmers from rip at Sydney beach
Nutri-Grain Ironmen and Ironwomen swung into action post competition today to save a group of 25 swimmers at Maroubra Beach who were caught in a rip. Post medal presentations,...
Jan 14, 2024
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Surf Lakes Global shifts base to USA
The formerly Queensland-based wave pool developer Surf Lakes Global has advised of the creation of a new parent company, Surf Lakes Global, Inc., based in the USA state of...
Jan 12, 2024
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New $125 million lifesaving partnership for Queensland
The Queensland Government is partnering with Surf Life Saving Queensland through a record $125 million 10-year service agreement aimed at helping to continue the vital service...
Jan 12, 2024
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Newly installed ice baths at Rod Laver Arena enhance accessibility and athlete performance
Ice baths recently installed at Rod Laver Arena ahead of the Australian Open have been designed with a focus on universal access. Engaging the expertise of Tennis Australia and...
Jan 12, 2024
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Giant aquatic inflatables keep crowds entertained over Australia’s summer
Across Australia, giant aquatic inflatables are keeping locals and visitors cool and entertained with obstacle courses providing exhilarating experiences for both children and...
Jan 11, 2024
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CERM Performance Indicators releases latest operational management benchmarking report for aquatic and recreation centres
The CERM Performance Indicators (CERM PI) initiative has announced its latest contribution to advancing industry standards - the annual release of the National Operational...
Jan 11, 2024
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Community invited to help name Geelong's Northern Aquatic and Community Hub
The City of Greater Geelong is inviting the community to help choose a new name for the soon-to-be-completed Northern Aquatic and Community Hub in Norlane. At its most recent...
Jan 11, 2024
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Y National Chief Executive Tal Karp to step away from role
The Y National Chief Executive Tal Karp has decided to step away from the role after five years of service, including three years as a National Board member and two years as...
Jan 10, 2024
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Sandringham Family Leisure Centre re-opens to the community after implementation of alternative safety measures
Bayside City Council has advised of the reopening of its Sandringham Family Leisure Centre following its pre-Christmas closure due to the need to repair faulty firemain systems....
Jan 10, 2024
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Dogs in Tusmore Wading Pool puts pressure on facility's cleaning operations
The City of Burnside pool maintenance team has over recent weeks found dog paw prints, dog hair "and more" within the water of the Tusmore Wading Pool which requires additional...
Jan 10, 2024
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Werribee Open Range Zoo offers summer activities at Hippo Beach attraction
Werribee Open Range Zoo, an African themed zoo located about 32 kilometres south-west of Melbourne, is offering an array of fun family ‘Hippo a Go-Go Beach Party’ activities...
Jan 10, 2024
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Northern Territory invests $6 million in swimming and sport voucher scheme
The Northern Territory Government is investing $6 million under the Sport Voucher Scheme to provide affordable access to sport for school-enrolled children and core aquatic...
Jan 10, 2024
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Wagga Wagga to host regional Swimming NSW regional championships
Wagga Wagga City Council, in collaboration with Swimming NSW, is to host the 2024 NSW Country Regionals swimming event later this month. Emphasising the significance of the...
Jan 9, 2024
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Community welcomes early reopening of Lismore Memorial Baths
Devastated by the flood event of February 2022, the Lismore Memorial Baths has reopened following a $5 million repair project, with locals again enjoying the much-loved...
Jan 8, 2024
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