News: Aquatics
Jonas Leisure announces new Business Development Manager appointment
Adelaide’s Nigel Dennis has been announced as Jonas Leisure’s latest senior appointment, having joined the Australasian software company’s leadership team following the...
Jul 28, 2022
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ASSA's mentoring for success program ends on a high
The Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) has this week celebrated the closing of its inaugural 'Mentoring for Success' program which saw aquatic industry...
Jul 28, 2022
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Aquatics
Central Goldfields Shire Council advocates for funding to rebuild Maryborough Outdoor Pool
Central Goldfields Shire Council will continue to advocate to State and Federal Governments for $6 million funding to rebuild the heritage listed Maryborough 50 metre outdoor...
Jul 27, 2022
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Melton Waves window art provides privacy for pool users
Melton City Council consulted their community and found that a perceived lack of privacy could be preventing some people from enjoying the Melton Waves pools. As such, new...
Jul 26, 2022
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Arts
Old toddlers’ pool in Wollongong to be transformed into accessible water play facility
Wollongong City Council has advised that it will be transforming its 44-year-old toddlers’ pool at the Western Suburbs Pool in Unanderra into a new, accessible water play...
Jul 25, 2022
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Play
Countdown to 2022 National Water Safety Summit
Bringing together people from across all areas of the water safety sector to reflect on progress and explore opportunities to strengthen alignment to the Australian Water Safety...
Jul 25, 2022
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Life Saving Victoria raises awareness on this World Drowning Prevention Day
With today being World Drowning Prevention Day, Life Saving Victoria is urging Victorians to ‘do one thing to prevent drowning’ with their message and aim to raise awareness...
Jul 24, 2022
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Options considered for resurfacing Sydney’s Bronte Pool
Options will be investigated by Waverley Council for resurfacing Sydney’s famous Bronte Pool to make it safer for swimmers and better equipped to withstand hazardous surf...
Jul 24, 2022
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Swimming Australia begins its 10 year journey to 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games
Swimming Australia recognises that the next decade represents a period of significant opportunity and as such will host its inaugural thought leadership and innovation...
Jul 22, 2022
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Aquatics
Countdown to 2022 LIWA Aquatics Conference
With a theme of ‘Change’, the upcoming 2022 LIWA Aquatics Conference is not only addressing transformation in the aquatic industry but is also to be staged at a new venue - the...
Jul 21, 2022
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Waterparks
AUSTSWIM to mark World Drowning Prevention Day with discounted courses for new teachers
In response to critical teacher shortages and lack of access to swimming lessons for Australians, AUSTSWIM is to mark Monday’s World Drowning Prevention Day by discounting its...
Jul 21, 2022
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City of Newcastle to open tender for its five inland swimming pools
The City of Newcastle is inviting tenders for the management of its five inland swimming centres – Lambton, Stockton, Mayfield, Beresfield and Wallsend. Acting Director City...
Jul 21, 2022
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Aquatics
Key Royal Life Saving research shows drowning risk of dams, ponds and irrigation channels
Major new analysis from Royal Life Saving Society - Australia has revealed the shows the significant drowning risks presented by dams, ponds and irrigation channels. With an...
Jul 21, 2022
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Environment
Fitness testing and complimentary swims among South East Leisure Active Health Day offerings
South East Leisure is partnering with Aquatics and Recreation Victoria to deliver the South East Leisure Active Health Day at Dandenong Oasis on 27th July with some of the free...
Jul 21, 2022
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Seadragonz Swim School recognised for setting sustainability benchmarks
Western Australia's Seadragonz Swim School has been recognised for its sustainability initiatives with it having been announced as the winner of the inaugural Presented on the...
Jul 20, 2022
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Mount Annan Leisure Centre secures AUSTSWIM excellence award
Mount Annan Leisure Centre in Western Sydney has been awarded the AUSTSWIM NSW Swim School of Excellence – Large award. The prestigious award is the highest presented in...
Jul 18, 2022
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Bundaberg Regional Council moves forward with plans for Bundaberg Regional Aquatic Centre and Anzac Park redevelopment
The release of Bundaberg Regional Council's 2022/23 budget has committed to a capital investment program focusing on priority infrastructure upgrades including the Bundaberg...
Jul 18, 2022
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Parks
Ongoing lifeguard shortages lead to temporary closure of Wellington’s Tawa Pool
New Zealand is experiencing a nationwide shortage of lifeguards resulting in Wellington’s Tawa Pool having to be temporarily closed to casual swimmers from next week – but a...
Jul 18, 2022
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Triple award win for Armadale Fitness and Aquatic Centre
The Armadale Fitness and Aquatic Centre (AFAC) in south eastern Perth has been recognised for operational excellence at the inaugural Western Australian Aquatic Recreation...
Jul 17, 2022
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Brisbane Lions partner with fitness brand TotalFusion at Springfield facility
The Brisbane Lions have announced a partnership with gym brand TotalFusion that will see the innovative health and wellness facility operator manage the new health and fitness...
Jul 17, 2022
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Reopening of Muswellbrook Aquatic Centre opening postponed due to flooding
Extreme weather and flooding in the Hunter region has forced the official reopening of the Muswellbrook Aquatic Centre to be postponed. NSW Deputy Premier and Minister for...
Jul 17, 2022
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City of Parramatta’s new $88.6 million swimming facility named the Parramatta Aquatic Centre
Following the consideration of a number of proposed names, the City of Parramatta has named its new $88.6 million facility, the Parramatta Aquatic Centre. At a Council meeting...
Jul 14, 2022
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Waikato District Council to replace Huntly Aquatic Centre Gas Boiler with electricity
Waikato District Council is making the switch from gas to electricity to heat swimming pools at Huntly Aquatic Centre, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the process....
Jul 14, 2022
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Redevelopment commences on Salisbury Aquatic and Recreation Precinct
The construction phase of the $28.4 million Salisbury Aquatic and Recreation Precinct Redevelopment in North Salisbury, South Australia has commenced. And is expected to be...
Jul 14, 2022
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Aquatics