News: Aquatics
Inclusion Swimming Program introduced at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre
Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre has introduced the Inclusion Swimming Program - a new program for disabled children - which offers children between the ages of five and 15...
Jul 13, 2022
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Aquatics
JUMP! Swim Schools encouraged by rise in Winter enrolments
While winter enrolment numbers tend to dip, JUMP! Swim Schools have reported that for 2022, enrolment numbers for their national swim school network are higher at the end of...
Jul 12, 2022
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Aquatics
Swimming Australia launches its Hall of Fame
Swimming Australia has officially launched its Hall of Fame to both recognise and celebrate Australian athletes and coaches who have left an indelible mark on the sport at the...
Jul 12, 2022
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AusCycling's Brisbane Cycling Festival secures overall win at 2022 Australian Sport, Recreation and Play Innovation Awards
The Brisbane Cycling Festival has been named the overall winner at the 2022 Australian Sport, Recreation and Play Innovation Awards presented in Melbourne on the opening day of...
Jul 11, 2022
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Hutt City Council focus on sustainability gets approval for LGFA green loan
A strong sustainable approach targeting a high Green Star rating for the rebuild of Naenae pool and fitness centre has seen Hutt City Council approved for only the third Green,...
Jul 11, 2022
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Receiving no tenders for roof replacement work Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre’s 25 metre pool unlikely to open until 2024
The 25-metre indoor pool at the Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre (MARC) is unlikely to happen before 2024 with the City of Mandurah having received no tenders to replace a...
Jul 11, 2022
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National Sports Convention founder Martin Sheppard explains vision to make the most of a ‘generational opportunity’ for sport
Commencing today at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, Australia’s largest community sport and recreation convention, the National Sports & Physical Activity...
Jul 10, 2022
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Inner West Council now using 100% renewables and commits to complete carbon neutrality by 2025
Sydney’s Inner West Council has advised it is the first local government in Australia to be 100% divested from fossil fuels and 100% powered by renewable energy. The Council has...
Jul 10, 2022
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Ripples Penrith Aquatic Centre trials winter opening hours for outdoor pools
Multiple upgrades undertaken at Ripples Penrith Aquatic Centre over the last two years has allowed the facility to trial winter opening hours this year, providing year-round...
Jul 9, 2022
Aquatics
Royal Life Saving report spotlights equal access issues to aquatic facilities
Having commissioned a new report to review the legal and human rights frameworks governing aquatic facilities in Australia, Royal Life Saving Society – Australia has found the...
Jul 7, 2022
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Major upgrade planned for Hervey Bay Aquatic Centre
A major upgrade to the Hervey Bay Aquatic Centre is anticipated to introduce children and families to water play and encourage more participation in swimming ahead of the 2032...
Jul 7, 2022
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Aquatics
Hydrocare Pool Services’ sand filter technology a solution for older pools
With local governments having to weigh up the challenge of Australia’s ageing stock of aquatic centres against the rising cost of new facilities, technology is presenting new...
Jul 7, 2022
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Environment
ARI NSW announces new Director appointments
Following its most recent Annual General Meeting the Aquatic and Recreation Institute (ARI) NSW has announced the appointment of Scott Vanderhayden to its Board of Directors....
Jul 6, 2022
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Aquatics
FlowRider new branding reflects innovative product offering
FlowRider - a leading name in the stationary wave machine industry, has recently refreshed their brand identity to reflect their passion and forward-looking innovation....
Jul 5, 2022
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Waterparks
Swimming Australia reveals women’s health partnership with City Fertility
Swimming Australia has announced a sponsorship link with Australia’s leading in vitro fertilisation (IVF) and fertility service groups, City Fertility, as an official partner of...
Jul 5, 2022
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Recreation Aotearoa 2022 Waves Conference celebrates 60 years of aquatic industry
Recreation Aotearoa's aquatics industry conference - Waves 2022 - which will be held 24th to 26th August at the Palmerston North Conference and Function Centre is celebrating 60...
Jul 5, 2022
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City Venue Management to open new Fish N Flips swim school in Townsville
City Venue Management is opening a new swim school in Townsville on Saturday 9th July within the Stage Four expansion of the Fairfield Homemaker Centre. The new swim school will...
Jul 4, 2022
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ActiveXchange launch upgraded SportsEye platform
As part of a commitment to delivering the best data intelligence for the aquatic, fitness, recreation and sport industry, ActiveXchange has announced the official launch of its...
Jul 4, 2022
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Melbourne to host IAKS Southern Hemisphere Congress in 2024
The organisers of the National Sports and Physical Activity Convention (NSC) have advised that, together with support from the Melbourne Convention Bureau, it has secure the...
Jul 4, 2022
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Surf Coast Shire Council looks for more funds for planned new aquatic and recreation facility
In a bid to offset rapidly increasing construction costs, Surf Coast Shire Council has advised that it will pursue “a new scope” for its planned Surf Coast Aquatic and Health...
Jul 4, 2022
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FINA announces partnership to aid aquatic facility development
Aquatic sports world governing body FINA has announced a global partnership with aquatics facility design and operations company Counsilman-Hunsaker. The partnership, which runs...
Jul 4, 2022
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Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre recognised at Victorian local government awards
The Gippsland Regional Aquatic Centre (GRAC) has been recognised as a leading community facility in 2022 Local Government Professionals (LGPro) awards. Latrobe City Council took...
Jul 3, 2022
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Western Australians honoured at inaugural WA Aquatic Recreation Industry Awards
Aquatic facilities and their staff have been recognised for their commitment to improving health, safety and community outcomes at the presentation of the inaugural WA Aquatic...
Jul 1, 2022
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City of Canterbury Bankstown to sacrifice ageing Wran Leisure Centre
As part of a 15 year plan to redevelop is aquatic and recreation centres over the next 15 years, the City of Canterbury Bankstown has announced that it will permanently close...
Jul 1, 2022
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