News: Aquatics
Myrtha Pools announces FPC as partner for aquatic projects in New Zealand
Myrtha Pools has announced an official partnership with New Zealand’s FPC, the aquatic division of Watershed Ltd This collaboration marks a significant milestone for both...
Jul 21, 2023
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Operation of Barellan Memorial Pool Complex awarded to B Doyle & FJ Doyle
Narrandera Shire Council has resolved the tender process for the Lease for Management of the Barellan Memorial Pool Complex, accepting the tender offer by B Doyle & FJ Doyle, a...
Jul 20, 2023
Aquatics
SWIM Australia and AUSTSWIM join forces to reduce drowning rate
Leading Australian aquatic industry bodies AUSTSWIM and SWIM Australia have partnered in the name of water safety to promote the annual SWIMSAFER Week initiative. Working...
Jul 19, 2023
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Aquatics
Walking, swimming and fitness centre training are the most popular activities Australians do regularly
Newly released information from Roy Morgan Research has revealed that walking for exercise is the most popular sport or activity which Australians regularly participate in. The...
Jul 18, 2023
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Fitness
Royal Life Saving report shows the aquatic industry leads way on employment
The Australian aquatic industry is leading the way in recognising the skills and experience of older workers and women, with the newly released National Aquatic Industry...
Jul 18, 2023
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Aquatics
Urban sports vouchers now available to support Northern Territory families
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...
Jul 18, 2023
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Australian Sports Commission offers support to those impacted by Victorian 2026 Commonwealth Games’ cancellation
Following today’s announcement of the cancellation of the Victorian 2026 Commonwealth Games, Australian Sports Commission Chief Executive Kieren Perkins has released the...
Jul 18, 2023
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Aquatics
Swimming Australia ‘disappointed’ with cancellation of Victorian Commonwealth Games
Swimming Australia has advised it is ‘disappointed’ with today’s news that the Victorian Government was withdrawing as host of the 2026 Commonwealth Games. Swimming Australia...
Jul 18, 2023
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Aquatics
National Sports and Physical Activity Convention announces sell out of Expo
Advising that they have experienced “unprecedented demand” and that they are “expecting record attendance” the organisers of next week’s National Sports and Physical Activity...
Jul 17, 2023
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Play
Riverbank restoration aims to secure Shepparton Aquamoves infrastructure and enhance local landscape
Greater Shepparton City Council has announced that it will undertake major repair works to a section of riverbank along the Goulburn River, adjacent to the Aquamoves car park,...
Jul 14, 2023
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Parks
Next phase of fundraising now underway for Matatiki hydrotherapy pool
Christchurch City Council advises that a community fundraising campaign to raise $1.4 million for a warm-water hydrotherapy pool has reached the halfway mark with the next phase...
Jul 14, 2023
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Aquatics
World's largest wave pool and surf park set to open in Abu Dhabi before end of 2023
Referring to the project as being set to deliver the “the biggest and most advanced artificial wave facility in the world”, the Abu Dhabi Media Office has advised that Surf Abu...
Jul 14, 2023
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Waterparks
AUSActive announces Victorian and Queensland 2023 National Awards finalists
The Queensland and Victorian Finalists in this year’s AUSactive National Awards 2023 have been named, showcasing the best fitness professionals, business owners and industry...
Jul 13, 2023
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Man charged on 140 counts of allegedly indecently recording children at Perth aquatic and recreation centres
Following his arrest in May for allegedly indecently recording at least five boys under the age of 13 at the Craigie Leisure Centre, a Perth man has been charged with a total of...
Jul 13, 2023
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Security
New ARV COVID-19 recovery report charts upward trend in post pandemic facility attendances
A newly released report from Aquatics and Recreation Victoria (ARV) has shown that, in the first half of 2022, there was an upward trend in both average monthly visits to - and...
Jul 13, 2023
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Aquatics
IAKS Australia and New Zealand to stage architects forum at National Sports Convention
The International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities (IAKS) is to stage a Forum during the upcoming National Sports and Physical Activity Convention (NSC23) that will...
Jul 13, 2023
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Aquatics
Webinar to launch Royal Life Saving's National Aquatic Industry Workforce Report 2023
The key roles and makeup of the Australian aquatic industry are the focus of the new National Aquatic Industry Workforce Report 2023, which is being released through a free...
Jul 13, 2023
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Aquatics
883 attendees acknowledge 27 winners at ARV industry awards
Aquatics and Recreation Victoria’s 2023 Industry Awards event has proved to be a major success in its celebration of the outstanding achievements of individuals and...
Jul 12, 2023
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BlueFit submits proposal to City of Newcastle for $10 million makeover of Lambton Pool
Facility manager BlueFit Pty Ltd has submitted a proposal for a $10 million indoor aquatic facility at the City of Newcastle’s Lambton Park War Memorial Swimming Centre....
Jul 10, 2023
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25th July marks World Drowning Prevention Day
Stakeholders and all parties with an interest in water safety are again being urged to participate in World Drowning Prevention Day on Tuesday 25th July. Held annually on 25th...
Jul 10, 2023
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Aquatics
Water-based attractions revived across Japan
Theme parks across Japan are reintroducing water-based features this summer following the downgrading of COVID-19 to Category V. Hirakata Park Water Wonderland 'The Boon' in...
Jul 10, 2023
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Waterparks
Belgravia Leisure urges parents to prioritise childrens’ swimming lessons
With many families across Australia impacted by the rising cost of living, and families facing the prospect of having to decide between childrens’ activities, Belgravia Leisure...
Jul 9, 2023
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Aquatics
Awards recognise best of Western Australia's aquatic and recreation industry
LIWA Aquatics’ second edition of their WA Aquatic Recreation Industry Awards has seen the Armadale Fitness and Aquatic Centre secure wins in four of the program’s organisational...
Jul 6, 2023
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Belgravia Leisure to introduce innovative immersion therapy services across the country
A collaboration between Determined2 and Belgravia Leisure will make an award-winning immersion therapy service available in community aquatic and recreation centres across...
Jul 6, 2023
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Aquatics