News: Aquatics
IAKS ANZ to showcase member benefits at National Sports and Physical Activity Convention
The International Association for Sport and Leisure Facilities Australia and New Zealand (IAKS ANZ) has announced its participation in the upcoming 2023 National Sports and...
Jun 9, 2023
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Surfaces
Man accused of filming children in cubicles at Perth’s Craigie Leisure Centre
A man who allegedly indecently recorded at least five boys under the age of 13 at an aquatic and recreation centre in Perth’s northern suburbs will face court on Friday over a...
Jun 9, 2023
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Aquatics /
Security
Maroondah Council Swim program supports young people from diverse backgrounds
Maroondah Council is partnering with the Migrant Information Centre to deliver a learn to swim program for young people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD)...
Jun 9, 2023
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Aquatics
WaterMarc Banyule’s Women’s Only Slide Night initiative secures win at VicSports Awards
The team at WaterMarc Banyule are celebrating securing the VicHealth Active Recreation Initiative of the Year award for their Women’s Only Slide Night at the Victorian Sports...
Jun 8, 2023
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Aquatics
Discovery Parks Goolwa redevelopment delivers additional $6.5 million to local community
Following the G’day Group’s $22 million redevelopment of Discovery Parks – Goolwa a year ago, the coastal township is reaping the benefits having seen an additional $6.5 million...
Jun 8, 2023
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Aquatics /
Play
Swimming Australia and Griffith University partnership extends support beyond the pool
Griffith University and Swimming Australia have entered a long-term partnership anticipated to have a major impact on legacy, sustainability and inclusion programs in and out of...
Jun 6, 2023
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Aquatics
Fluidra Commercial Australia announces appointment of Business Development Manager for Victoria and Tasmania
Fluidra Commercial Australia, global supplier of commercial pool solutions, has announced the appointment of Chris Clarke as the new Business Development Manager for Victoria...
Jun 5, 2023
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Technology /
Aquatics
Life Saving Victoria urges winter boaters and fishers to remain vigilant
Boaters and fishers are being reminded by Life Saving Victoria (LSV) of their risk of drowning during the month of June, as one in five fatal drownings during this month in the...
Jun 5, 2023
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Aquatics
Old Bendigo Municipal Baths site to be transformed into urban park
The City of Greater Bendigo has commenced work on a major $3 million project to transform the former Municipal Baths located next to Faith Leech Aquatic Centre. The...
Jun 4, 2023
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Recreation /
Aquatics /
Parks
Kids Alive spread water safety messages through new song collection
To coincide with the winter months when swimming lesson attendance drops by an average 20%, Kids Alive – Do the Five has launched a new collection of water safety songs and...
Jun 4, 2023
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Education /
Aquatics
Principal IAAPA executives to address IAAPA Expo Asia 2023
Staging its IAAPA Expo Asia 2023 at Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands from 13th to 16th June, the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has released...
Jun 3, 2023
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Entertainment /
Waterparks
World Aquatics welcomes WHA resolution on drowning prevention
Following confirmation that the 76th World Health Assembly of the World Health Organization (WHO) has this week adopted a comprehensive drowning prevention resolution, World...
Jun 2, 2023
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Aquatics
World Health Assembly adopts first ever resolution on drowning prevention
In a significant move to enhance global aquatic safety, the 76th World Health Assembly (WHA) has this week adopted its first ever resolution on drowning prevention - requesting...
Jun 2, 2023
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Education /
Aquatics
Sydney Uni Sport and Fitness names first woman Chair
Jane Spring, a prominent sportswoman, public sector leader and disability advocate, has been appointed Chair of Sydney Uni Sport and Fitness. Spring, who is currently Chair of...
Jun 1, 2023
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Aquatics /
Fitness
Port Stephens Aquatic Centres to undergo essential winter maintenance
Port Stephens Aquatic Centres will be undergoing essential winter maintenance to ensure the facilities are operating at full capacity when crowds return for the summer swimming...
Jun 1, 2023
Aquatics
Research explores mortality risk among surfers and bodyboarders
A new study into the mortality risk for surfers and bodyboarders in Australia has offered valuable insight. Led by Surf Life Saving Australia, the UNSW Beach Safety Research...
Jun 1, 2023
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Aquatics
Installation of innovative Myrtha System now 40% complete at Palmerston’s Swimming and Wellness Hub
Palmerston’s $19.4 million infrastructure project - the transformation of its ageing Swimming and Fitness Centre to a water and lifestyle precinct - is advancing well and on...
May 31, 2023
Wellness /
Aquatics
Dunedin’s new Mosgiel Pool to open in June
Dunedin’s new Te Puna o Whakaehu Mosgiel Pool will officially be opened on 19th June offering a fully accessible for everyone, with ramps into every pool. The complex includes a...
May 30, 2023
Venues /
Aquatics
Hutt City Council’s Huia Pool offers new Sensory Hour
Hutt City Council has announced that it is offering a new Sensory Hour at its Huia Pool - offering a aquatic experience with dimmed lights and reduced noise. Hutt City Pools was...
May 29, 2023
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Aquatics
Aventuur moves closer to delivering a sustainable Wavegarden surf park in the north of Auckland
Aventuur - a global creator of integrated surf park developments and the company behind a world-class surf park in Perth - has announced it is a step closer to delivering a...
May 29, 2023
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Waterparks
Gold Coast’s major sporting venues welcomed over two million visitors this financial year
Gold Coast Major Sporting Venues have marked major milestone in 2023, welcoming over two million visitors already this financial year. Welcoming the significant increase from...
May 28, 2023
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Aquatics
Australian and New Zealand IAKS members speak at industry conferences
Expanding its presence and membership base in Australia and New Zealand, the International Association for Sport and Leisure Facilities (IAKS) has shared that its members were...
May 28, 2023
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Aquatics /
Fitness
Queensland Budget will include $4.8 million for new SwimStart program
Queensland’s upcoming state budget will include $4.8 million over two years for a new SwimStart program to provide greater access to swimming lessons for children aged from 0 to...
May 28, 2023
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Aquatics
South East Leisure partners with SisterWorks to stage Career Pathways Information Session
South East Leisure, the City of Greater Dandenong subsidiary company that operates four of the City’s aquatic and recreation facilities, has partnered with not-for-profit social...
May 28, 2023
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Aquatics