News: Aquatics
Recreation Aotearoa 2022 Aquatic Awards recognise leading professionals and venue initiatives
Top performers in New Zealand’s aquatic industry have been recognised at the 2022 National Aquatics Awards for their contributions and innovations. Presented by Recreation...
Aug 25, 2022
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Southern Grampians Shire Council offers Lifeguard Training ahead of Summer
Southern Grampians Shire residents interested in Lifeguard training are invited to book their spot in the upcoming course hosted by Life Saving Victoria at the Hamilton Indoor...
Aug 25, 2022
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Cost estimate for new Bundaberg Aquatic Centre rises to more than $80 million
Bundaberg Regional Council has advised that the cost of its planned new Bundaberg Regional Aquatic Centre has risen from an originally estimated $45 million to more than $83...
Aug 25, 2022
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New website launched to connect community groups working on water safety efforts
A new interactive website designed by the Australian Water Safety Council has been launched to link and highlight the efforts of community water safety efforts across the...
Aug 23, 2022
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Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre and Monbulk Aquatic Centre set for September openings
With works on two major Victorian aquatic facilities nearly complete, the Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre and Monbulk Aquatic Centre are both set to open to the public as...
Aug 23, 2022
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Aquatic facilities key to achieving goals of the Australian Water Safety Strategy 2030
The key role of aquatic facilities at the heart of many Australian communities was highlighted during a dedicated session at the recent National Water Safety Summit. Their vital...
Aug 23, 2022
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Envibe launches new look for its online customer portal
Leading industry management software platform Envibe’s online customer portal has received a makeover, with the addition of new icons, opportunities for more customisation and...
Aug 23, 2022
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Sydney’s weekend of swimming excellence
A weekend of swimming excellence concluded yesterday at the Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre with Team USA defeating the Australian swim team in the Duel in the Pool...
Aug 21, 2022
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WorkSafe ACT notice prohibits use of diving blocks at shallow end of Canberra’s pools
WorkSafe ACT has issued a notice to the Canberra International Sports and Aquatic Centre (CISAC) and the ANU pool, prohibiting use of diving blocks at the shallow end of the...
Aug 19, 2022
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Jamberoo Action Park commences testing of rides in new Velocity Falls Precinct
Counting down to its season opening in just over a month, Jamberoo Action Park has released images and video of the testing of its nearly complete rides in its new Velocity...
Aug 18, 2022
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Former Whittlesea Mayor concerned at $180 million cost of planned Regional Sports and Aquatic Facility
Former City of Whittlesea Mayor Lawrie Cox has expressed concern at the $180 million cost of the planned Mernda Regional Sports and Aquatic Facility. As reported by the North...
Aug 18, 2022
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Major refurbishment works to be carried out on Jindabyne Indoor Pool
Snowy Monaro Regional Council has confirmed that Jindabyne Indoor Pool refurbishment works will begin on Monday 14th November 2022. These works are expected to take...
Aug 17, 2022
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Surf Life Saving Australia’s Coolangatta Gold race event secures new naming rights sponsor
Shaw and Partners Financial Services are the new naming rights sponsor for Surf Life Saving Australia’s Coolangatta Gold race event as part of a three year deal. The race, made...
Aug 17, 2022
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Royal Life Saving Society spotlights successful National Water Safety Summit 2022
The recently held National Water Safety Summit 2022 led by Royal Life Saving Society Australia and Surf Life Saving Australia attracted more than 200 water safety experts from...
Aug 16, 2022
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City of Casey adopts Doveton Pool in Park master plan
While the City of Casey has supported the Doveton Pool in the Park master plan - estimated to cost $21.14 million - it will only be able to deliver the infrastructure required...
Aug 16, 2022
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Repairs set to get underway on outdoor pool at Tweed Regional Aquatic Centre’s Murwillumbah complex
Tweed Shire Council has advised that work will soon get underway to repair the damaged 50 metre outdoor swimming pool at its Tweed Regional Aquatic Centre (TRAC) Murwillumbah...
Aug 16, 2022
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Belgravia Leisure renews its management of Auburn Ruth Everuss Aquatic Centre
Belgravia Leisure has successfully retendered for the management of Auburn Ruth Everuss Aquatic Centre on behalf of Cumberland City Council for a minimum of three years....
Aug 16, 2022
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Surf Life Saving Australia research explores impacts of alcohol and drug intoxication on coastal deaths
Recent research by Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) investigated the impact of alcohol and drugs on unintentional coastal deaths between 1st July 2004 and 30th June 2020 (both...
Aug 15, 2022
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New trial commences in case of Sydney swim teacher charged with multiple counts of sexual abuse on minors
A second trial in the case of a Sydney North Shore swimming teacher who allegedly sexually touched his underage students has got underway. Kyle Daniels is facing 21 charges...
Aug 14, 2022
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Heritage-listed Grant McBride Baths receives upgrades ahead of warmer months
Central Coast Council has confirmed most of the upgrades to amenities at their iconic, heritage-listed Grant McBride Baths at The Entrance have now been completed, with further...
Aug 14, 2022
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New Youth Aquatic Accreditation Program aims to address Victoria's swim teacher shortage
A new Victorian Government initiative is looking to help young people start their aquatic sector careers through industry-backed swim instructor courses. With the pandemic...
Aug 14, 2022
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New Tasmanian aquatic centre set for spring opening
After 20 years of planning, the new Oatlands Aquatic Centre is set to open as of next month. Located in the historic town of Oatlands in the Tasmanian Midlands, the new $10...
Aug 14, 2022
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ActiveXchange partners with mapping software and location services provider Mapbox
Acting on feedback from hundreds of regional partners across three continents, ActiveXchange has announced its global partnership with mapping software and location services...
Aug 11, 2022
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Hobsons Bay City Council calls for funding to help deliver Western Aquatic and Early Years Centre
Hobsons Bay City Council has endorsed the preliminary concept plan for the Western Aquatic and Early Years Centre at Bruce Comben Reserve in the Melbourne suburb of Altona...
Aug 11, 2022
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