News: Aquatics
Reece Group announces completion of International Quadratics acquisition
Reece Limited, Australia’s largest supplier of plumbing and bathroom supplies, has announced that it has acquired commercial swimming pool equipment supplier International...
Nov 16, 2022
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Aquatics
Belgravia Leisure partnership with Belgravia Foundation and ARV recognised at 2022 Victorian Disability Sport and Recreation Awards
A Belgravia Leisure partnership with the Belgravia Foundation and Aquatics and Recreation Victoria (ARV) has been announced as the winner of the VicHealth Initiative of the Year...
Nov 16, 2022
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South Burnett Council reveals $36 million plan for Kingaroy’s Memorial Park and swimming pool
A yarning circle, ceremonial area and bush tucker garden are among several interlocking ‘precincts’ proposed in South Burnett Regional Council’s newly draft Master Plan for the...
Nov 15, 2022
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North Queensland management group secures five-year contract for Mackay War Memorial Swimming Centre
Mackay Regional Council has advised that it has awarded the contract to manage its Mackay War Memorial Swimming Centre to North Queensland-based operator DMR Leisure Pty Ltd....
Nov 15, 2022
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Aquatics
Search and rescue training exercise conducted at Cairns natural attraction
Queensland Fire and Rescue swift water operators recently conducted a search and rescue operation during a training exercise at Cairn’s Babinda Boulders to promote community...
Nov 14, 2022
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Environment
Federal Government honours $10 million pledge to upgrade Katherine Aquatic Centre
Upgrades to the Northern Territory’s Katherine Aquatic Centre are assured with the Federal Government honouring its $10 million commitment. Currently, the Katherine Aquatic...
Nov 14, 2022
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Aquatics
Sunshine Coast Council agrees new lifeguarding partnership with Surf Life Saving Queensland
Sunshine Coast Council Mayor Mark Jamieson has today advised that the Council has agreed a five-year deal with the commercial arm of Surf Life Saving Queensland (SLSQ) for...
Nov 14, 2022
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1,000 swimmers set to take part in FINA short course World Swimming Championships in Melbourne
Organisers are counting down to the FINA World Swimming Championships (25m) being held at the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC) in just over four weeks’ time. Being...
Nov 13, 2022
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LIWA Aquatics reveals new board members
Following voting at its recent AGM, LIWA Aquatics was welcomed three new elected members its board. The new board members are Alex Baxter from the Shire of Leonora, Dan Barber...
Nov 13, 2022
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Aquatics
AIS Water to debut its award-winning pool water disinfection technology at USA Trade Show
The manufacturer of Australia’s most innovative and awarded commercial and residential pool water disinfection technology, AIS Water, will be exhibiting at the International...
Nov 12, 2022
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Waterparks
Concept plans being finalised for Georges River Aquatic Facility site assessment
Georges River Council, situated southern Sydney, has announced that concept plans are being finalised for the Georges River Aquatic Facility – Site Assessment Review with both...
Nov 11, 2022
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Aquatics
Swimming Australia names Harley Connolly as Head Coach of USC Paralympic Hub
Swimming Australia has named Harley Connolly as the new Head Coach of the Paralympic Hub program at the University of the Sunshine Coast. Connolly joins the Spartans program...
Nov 10, 2022
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ProSlide on track for record breaking number of projects in 2023
Global water ride design and manufacturing leader ProSlide Technology Inc. has revealed that a record number of its high-performance water rides will open at locations around...
Nov 10, 2022
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Extensive pool upgrade program set to commence at Willoughby Leisure Centre
Willoughby Council on Sydney’s North Shore has confirmed that the pools at the Willoughby Leisure Centre will close to swimmers from 19th November for a long-planned upgrade...
Nov 10, 2022
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Fitness
Zaha Hadid Architects design chosen for new Hangzhou International Sports Centre
Globally acclaimed architecture practice, Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) has been announced as the winner of the competition to design the new Hangzhou International Sports Centre....
Nov 9, 2022
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Work underway on Hakoah Club’s project to revitalise Sydney’s White City Tennis Centre
After more than 20 years of planning and disputes, a $95 million project to redevelop Sydney’s White City Tennis Centre is underway that will see the former home of the Sydney...
Nov 8, 2022
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Green Building Council of Australia releases guide for electrification of existing commercial buildings
The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) has released a guide for the electrification of Australia’s existing commercial buildings, urging immediate and nationally...
Nov 8, 2022
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Environment
Aquatic Recreation Institute invites expressions of interests for members to join its Young Leaders Advisory Group
With its Young Leaders Advisory Group (YLAG) providing a voice for young people on the future direction of the body, the Aquatic and Recreation Institute (ARI) NSW is taking...
Nov 8, 2022
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More than 500 children lose their lives to drowning over past two decades
New analysis released by Royal Life Saving Society - Australia has revealed that, over the last 20 years, 549 children aged 0 to four years have died from drowning across the...
Nov 8, 2022
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Lake Macquarie Swim Centres go live with Envibe
Lake Macquarie City Council has launched a new website for its swim centres, powered by Envibe’s Swim school software. Offering increased functionality for customers by enabling...
Nov 8, 2022
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Aquatics
Swimming Australia and Masters Swimming Australia announce new joint initiative
Swimming Australia and Masters Swimming Australia have unveiled a new joint initiative aimed at further connecting their swimming pathways to encourage participation for life....
Nov 7, 2022
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Aquatics
Life Saving Victoria acknowledges Knox Leisureworks' achievements with Platinum Pool Award
The staff team at Knox Leisureworks Aquatic and Recreation Centre has welcomed its receipt of Life Saving Victoria’s (LSV) Platinum Pool Award. Gaining the LSV recognition, the...
Nov 7, 2022
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Lifeguard shortage results in late start for South Grampians’ outdoor pool openings
South Grampians Shire Council have advised that their outdoor swimming pool season will be pushed back due lifeguard shortages and the recent flooding events experienced across...
Nov 6, 2022
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Aquatics
Surf Life Saving Australia recognises its top surf lifesavers
The annual Surf Life Saving Australia National Awards of Excellence has honoured Australia’s top surf lifesavers recognising their achievements and contributions. For the first...
Nov 6, 2022
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Environment