News: Aquatics
Carlile Swimming sold to ASX-listed investment house Washington H. Soul Pattinson
Sydney-based swim school operator Carlile Swimming is reported to have been sold to ASX-listed Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Company Limited (WHSP) for a sum believed to be...
May 25, 2023
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Sydney's Bayside Council criticises outgoing contractor as it takes back management of Angelo Anestis Aquatic Centre
Set to take on the direct management of its Angelo Anestis Aquatic Centre in the southern suburb of Bexley North, Sydney's Bayside Council has taken the unusual move of issuing...
May 25, 2023
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Aquatics
Geelong to host Commonwealth Games 2026 aquatic events in temporary competition pools
With the Victorian Government having designated Geelong as the host city for swimming, para swimming and diving events for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, details have emerged of...
May 25, 2023
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City of South Perth ends plan for 'financially unfeasible' aquatic and recreation centre
Having failed to secure funds for the project in the latest Western Australian budget, the City of South Perth has reportedly ended plans for a new aquatic and recreation at a...
May 24, 2023
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Hastings District Council to invest $2.4 million in upgrades at Splash Planet Hawke's Bay
Hawke’s Bay water amusement park Splash Planet is to undergo significant upgrades and equipment replacements ahead of opening for summer in mid-November this year. Hastings...
May 24, 2023
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Waterparks
Australian Swim Schools Association highlights consistency as key to maintaining children's aquatic skills
As the temperature drops and winter approaches, the Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) is urging parents and caregivers to recognise the importance of consistent...
May 23, 2023
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Aquatics
ARI NSW 2023 Conference welcomes 160 delegates
The Aquatic and Recreation Institute (ARI) NSW has today completed its 57th Annual ARI Conference and Trade Show, welcoming more than 160 to the two-day event at the Fairmont...
May 22, 2023
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Aquatics
Ocean Spa Napier reopens after three month upgrade program
Popular heated pool complex Ocean Spa has reopened to the public after a three-month program of essential upgrades. Commenced after Napier City Council took over management of...
May 22, 2023
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Fitness
ALFAQ re-established to represent Queensland aquatic professionals
ALFAQ (Australian Leisure Facilities Association Queensland) has advised that it has re-established its Board with key industry leaders backing the peak body again becoming...
May 22, 2023
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Aquatics
New Bruce Prance Dryland Diving Centre opens at Perth's HBF Stadium
The new Bruce Prance Dryland Diving Centre at Perth's HBF Stadium - offering an aquatic centre of international standards - has opened to local, national and international...
May 22, 2023
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Aquatics
Sapphire Aquatic Centre heat pump upgrade reduces carbon footprint and energy cost
Bega Valley Shire Council has advised that the Sapphire Aquatic Centre in Pambula has installed two new energy efficient heat pumps to maintain steady pool temperatures...
May 21, 2023
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Environment
Beca Aquatics arrives in Australia
Advising that it will introduce “a new level of engineering and analysis to the market”, New Zealand founded Beca Aquatics has announced its arrival in Australia. A leading...
May 21, 2023
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Consultants
Des Renford Leisure Centre installing new splash park
Randwick City Council is transforming the Des Renford Leisure Centre’s current toddler pool area into a colourful new splash park with the transformation expected to be...
May 21, 2023
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Play
Quick polls give Kingston community chance to provide input on new aquatic and leisure centre
The City of Kingston is giving its community an opportunity to provide input on the City’s new aquatic and leisure centre via quick polls. With planning for the City’s new...
May 20, 2023
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Aquatics
AUSTSWIM to hold its 'Soak it Up' International Conference ‘Reimagined’ 2023 on the Gold Coast
AUSTSWIM’s ‘Soak It Up’ International Conference ‘Reimagined’ 2023 promises to deliver a premier event for swimming and water safety education in Australia This is AUSTSWIM’s...
May 18, 2023
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Tawarri Hot Springs receives approval to deliver wellness centre designed by Plus Architecture
Western Australia’s largest spa development and the first of its kind in the state - Tawarri Hot Springs - has received Western Australian Planning Commission (WAPC) approval to...
May 18, 2023
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Aquatics
ARI NSW announces leadership change with Marco Blanco named new Chair
The Aquatic and Recreation Institute (ARI) NSW has announced that Matt Griffiths will be stepping down from his role as Chairperson, making way for the incoming Chair, Marco...
May 18, 2023
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Aquatics
Forum highlights that collaboration is key to saving lives in South East Queensland
Convened by Royal Life Saving and hosted by City of Gold Coast, a two day water safety forum held on 15th and 16th May brought together senior leaders from across government,...
May 18, 2023
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Hawke’s Bay Regional Aquatic Centre benefits from $1 million investment by PAK’nSAVE Hastings
To ensure affordable and increased access to the Hawke’s Bay Regional Aquatic Centre, PAK’nSAVE Hastings has today announced a $1 million partnership with the Hawke’s Bay...
May 18, 2023
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Kempsey Shire Council awards public swimming pool contracts
Kempsey Shire Council, located in the Mid North Coast region of NSW, has advised that at the ordinary meeting held in Council Chambers on 16th May, Councillors discussed the...
May 16, 2023
Aquatics
Maldives integrated tourist destination marks Global Wellness Day with array of activities
CROSSROADS Maldives, the Indian Ocean’s first and only multi-island, integrated tourist destination, will mark Global Wellness Day on 10th June 2023 with a full schedule of...
May 16, 2023
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Fitness
Negawatt Projects to stage Melbourne and Sydney events on energy efficient aquatic centre design
Renewable energy consultants Negawatt Projects are to present one-day events in Melbourne and Sydney that will consider the premise of building a net zero aquatic centre....
May 15, 2023
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Environment
Construction of Geelong’s Northern Aquatic and Community Hub reaches halfway
Construction of the $65.6 million Northern Aquatic and Community Hub at Norlane in Geelong’s northern suburbs has now passed 50% complete. Friday saw City of greater Geelong...
May 15, 2023
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Fitness
BECSys offers innovation in monitoring and control of swimming pool alkalinity
Offering a state-of-the-art way to control total alkalinity within an aquatic centre, the BECSys Alkalinity Meter offers technology that can be monitored and controlled,...
May 15, 2023
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Aquatics