News: Aquatics
Further delays in redevelopment of North Sydney Olympic Pool
The redevelopment of North Sydney’s historic Olympic pool complex has been further delayed after defects were discovered in the roof frame. North Sydney Council has advised that...
Nov 30, 2023
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Y Australia welcomes Jacqui Weatherill as new President
The National Board of the Y (formerly the YMCA) has appointed Jacqui Weatherill as its new President. Weatherill first joined the National Board in July this year. Currently...
Nov 29, 2023
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Aquatics
Sea World Foundation to host fourth annual Ocean Clean Up
Bringing together dive volunteers and the community, the Sea World Foundation team are hosting their fourth annual Ocean Clean Up at the Gold Coast Seaway this Sunday 3rd...
Nov 29, 2023
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Environment
Belgravia Leisure reveals management team for ACT’s aquatic and recreation centres
Having recently been awarded the contract to manage the five ACT Government’s five pools and aquatic centres, Belgravia Leisure has announced the team of managers that will head...
Nov 29, 2023
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Aquatics
CLM and Recreation Aotearoa announce partnership extension
Building on a strong legacy between both organisations, facility management company CLM has announced an extension of its national partnership with Recreation Aotearoa. The new...
Nov 29, 2023
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Bayside Council looks at reintroducing cash payments to Angelo Anestis Aquatic Centre
Sydney’s Bayside Council is to investigate a return to cashless payments at the Angelo Anestis Aquatic Centre. The move follows criticism by users about the inconvenience of the...
Nov 28, 2023
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Holey Moley launches new advertising campaign
Funlab’s Holey Moley Golf Club brand has launched a new advertising campaign with the theme that its locations offer a ‘fun way to test friendships’. Developed by Dentsu...
Nov 27, 2023
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Golf
Opening of Campbelltown Billabong Parklands delayed to 2024
Campbelltown City Council has advised that a series of construction issues will delay the opening of its highly anticipated Billabong Parklands water lagoon will not be open in...
Nov 27, 2023
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Amenities replacement now complete at John Houston Memorial Swimming Pool in Hay
The replacement of the amenities building is now complete at the John Houston Memorial Swimming Pool in Hay, located in the western Riverina region of south western New South...
Nov 27, 2023
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Aquatics
Victorian Government backs VICSWIM for another two years
With summer holidays fast approaching, the Victorian Government has announced that extending the popular VICSWIM Summer Kidz Program with investment of $800,000 for another two...
Nov 27, 2023
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Aquatics
New swimming lagoon for Penrith in time for summer
A new ‘beach’ in Penrith will be opened in time for summer and being the same length as Bondi Beach, will offer an unmatched waterside experience in the heart of Western Sydney...
Nov 26, 2023
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Aquatics
Wadeye pool reopens for Northern Territory community after being empty for five years
Residents in Wadeye, located in the Northern Territory's remote west, approximately 400 kilometres from Darwin, have welcomed the long-awaited return of their swimming pool...
Nov 26, 2023
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Aquatics
Perth’s Outback Splash opens new resort-style pool ‘The Lagoon’
Perth’s Outback Splash, located in the northern Swan Valley, has this week opened its new resort-style pool ‘The Lagoon’. Created by Commercial Aquatics - the same team who...
Nov 23, 2023
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Waterparks
Pump Tests at Newcastle Ocean Baths indicate swim-ready progress
Swimmers are one step closer to being back in the water at the Newcastle Ocean Baths, with City of Newcastle advising of the testing and commissioning of the facility’s newly...
Nov 23, 2023
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Aquatics
Reece Rackley named Australian Swim Schools Association President
The Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) has announced the immediate appointment of Reece Rackley as its new President. The decision comes as part of the Association's...
Nov 22, 2023
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Aquatics
AIS Water’s new Head of Sales and Marketing looks at Olympic prospects
In his new role as Chief of Sales and Marketing with AIS Water, Lee Moore has his sights on making sure the company’s award-winning water disinfection systems are in all...
Nov 22, 2023
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Aquatics
Perth set to host World Conference on Drowning Prevention
The International Life Saving Federation’s World Conference on Drowning Prevention (WCDP) will be held at the Perth Conference and Exhibition Centre from 4th to 7th December...
Nov 21, 2023
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Aquatics
LIWA Aquatics announces team for 2023/24
The Leisure Institute of Western Australia (LIWA) Aquatics has announced that Nick Wilkinson has been re-elected as its President with Melissa Warren taking on the role of the...
Nov 20, 2023
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Surf lifesavers remind school leavers to stay safe around water
With celebrations having officially commenced for High School leavers (‘Schoolies’) on Saturday 18th November, surf lifesavers are reminding potential revellers that alcohol,...
Nov 20, 2023
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Swimming Australia and Belgravia Leisure renew water safety lessons program
Swimming Australia and Belgravia Leisure have announced a three-year renewed of their partnership to deliver safe, fun and effective water safety lessons to students of all ages...
Nov 19, 2023
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Invercargill's Splash Palace to host water safety workshop
With summer approaching, the Invercargill community is being invited to attend free water safety workshop to prepare for a summer of safe swimming. To mark Water Safety Month...
Nov 19, 2023
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Management EOI opened for new Bundaberg Regional Aquatic Centre
Bundaberg Regional Council has announced that it is seeking expressions of interest (EOI) for the management of what it believes will be the “best regional aquatic centre...
Nov 16, 2023
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Aquatics
More facilities go through digital transformation with PerfectGym
PerfectGym's ongoing rollout with YMCA Victoria-managed facilities has seen its digital transformation introduced at Horsham Aquatic Centre and the Macleod Recreation & Fitness...
Nov 16, 2023
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Life Floor introduces new Murals innovative aquatic themed surfaces
Leading aquatic facility safety surface provider Life Floor has launched its new Mural surfacing product that offers tailored custom design with highly intricate details for a...
Nov 16, 2023
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