News: Aquatics
ADCO Constructions begins demolition of collapsed roof at Kew Recreation Centre
Following its partial collapse in October last year, work has commenced on the demolition of the steel roof structure at the Kew Recreation Centre in Melbourne’s eastern...
Feb 6, 2023
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Surf Life Saving Australia unveils new Pride Surf Rescue Board ahead of Sydney WorldPride
With Sydney WorldPride ten days away, Surf Life Saving Australia has unveiled a new Pride Surf Rescue Board, that will be used at the front line by volunteer surf lifesavers....
Feb 6, 2023
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World Aquatics announces centre of excellence and regional office in Bahrain
World Aquatics and the Bahrain Olympic Committee has announced plans to create a new centre of excellence for aquatic sports in the Arabian Gulf Kingdom of Bahrain, in...
Feb 6, 2023
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Roof to be raised at Mount Annan Leisure Centre
The Mount Annan Leisure Centre in Western Sydney will undergo a series of improvements over the coming months, with repairs to the pool hall roof set to begin as of the...
Feb 6, 2023
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Victorian surfers save hundreds from drowning each year
A first-of-its-kind study by La Trobe University researchers shows surfers play a critical role in keeping people safe on unpatrolled beaches, potentially saving hundreds of...
Feb 6, 2023
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Protest against all-inclusive change rooms at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre
An anti-trans protest outside the Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre objecting to the facility’s trans-inclusive policy attracted a small group on Friday morning. According to...
Feb 5, 2023
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Aquatics
Strathbogie Shire Council opens Nagambie Splash Park
Strathbogie Shire Council, located in the Hume region of Victoria, has today opened the Nagambie Splash Park. The $1 million splash park – situated in Buckley Park – includes a...
Feb 3, 2023
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Adelaide City Council and community vote for new Aquatic Centre location
Members of the public and an almost unanimous Adelaide City Council elected body last night joined together to tell the South Australia Government to find an “alternate” site...
Feb 2, 2023
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Parks
PerfectGym’s native app succeeds with mobile first approach
Leading industry software platform PerfectGym has highlighted the successful rollout of its PerfectGym app, which allows operators to offer clients a downloadable personalised...
Feb 2, 2023
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Fitness
Summer beach safety boosted in Western Australia with more than 1500 BEN signs
Summer beach safety has been boosted in Western Australia with more than 1500 Beach Emergency Number (BEN) signs having now been installed from the state’s South Coast to the...
Feb 2, 2023
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Life Saving Victoria warns swimmers of hidden dangers beneath the surface
Life Saving Victoria has delivered a warning to never underestimate the risks around water, as data reveals swimming, paddling, or wading as the most common activities preceding...
Feb 2, 2023
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Skills Active updates career pathway maps with all new information
Skills Active has given its career pathway maps a design refresh and overhaul with all new information following the launch in October 2022 of non-profit tertiary training...
Feb 2, 2023
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Four Gold Coast aquatic venues co-host Swimming Australia’s annual National Event Camp
Four Gold Coast aquatic venues - the Gold Coast Aquatic Centre, Miami Aquatic Centre and Griffith and Bond Universities – are hosting Swimming Australia’s 2023 National Event...
Feb 1, 2023
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Royal Life Saving National Aquatics Symposium to tackle problems and emerging challenges in the sector
The Royal Life Saving National Aquatics Symposium, being convened in Melbourne on 9th and 10th March, aims to attract leaders, strategic thinkers and decision makers working in...
Feb 1, 2023
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New partnership between The Y NSW and Rainbow Club makes swimming lessons more accessible for young people with a disability
The Y NSW, part of the largest youth organisation in the world, and Rainbow Club, a network of social swimming clubs for children living with disability, have launched a new...
Jan 30, 2023
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Life Saving Victoria urges regular checking of defibrillators
With defibrillators a vital part of aquatic facilities' safety equipment, Life Saving Victoria (LSV) is highlighting the importance of undertaking a regular check of automated...
Jan 30, 2023
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CLM promotes Lynn Cartwright to new General Manager of Programmes and Community Engagement role
New Zealand-based facility management company CLM has announced the appointment of Lynn Cartwright to the new role of General Manager of Programmes and Community Engagement....
Jan 29, 2023
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Cairns Regional Council expands safety initiatives at The Boulders
Cairns Regional Council is expanding safety initiatives at The Boulders, Babinda with improved signage, an education campaign, and stronger enforcement. Unfortunately, since...
Jan 29, 2023
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Environment
Belgravia Group’s Aquatics Manager Wayne Goldsmith inducted into the International Swimming Hall of Fame
The Awards and Recognition Committee of the International Swimming Hall of Fame (ISHOF) has announced Wayne Goldsmith, Belgravia Group’s Aquatics Manager, as the recipient of...
Jan 29, 2023
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New Western Australian advice on the safe operation of waterslides
Western Australia's Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety has released updated health and safety requirements for waterslides. Advising that "when operated for...
Jan 27, 2023
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IOC, IPC and IAKS launch 2023 international architectural awards
The International Olympic Committee (IOC), the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) and the International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities (IAKS) are inviting...
Jan 27, 2023
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Redland City Council renews agreement for Bay Islands Aquatic Centre operations
Redland City Council, part of the Brisbane metropolitan area in South-East Queensland, has agreed to continue to operate the Bay Islands Aquatic Centre and will work with the...
Jan 26, 2023
Aquatics
Surf Park Summit announces dates for 2023 San Diego conference
The surf park industry’s leading global event will be returning for another year with the announcement that it will be held from 19th and 20th September at the Scripps Seaside...
Jan 25, 2023
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Kirsten Thomson named new Swimming NSW Chief Executive
The Swimming NSW Board has announced the appointment of former Olympic swimmer Kirsten Thomson as its new Chief Executive. Thomson replaces long term Chief Executive, Mark...
Jan 25, 2023
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Aquatics