News: Aquatics
Funding secures 50 metre pool redevelopment at Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre
An additional $4.9 million grant from the NSW Government will ensure that the long-awaited redevelopment of the Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre (MAAC) can go ahead. With sub...
Jun 30, 2022
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Finalists announced for 2022 Sport, Recreation and Play Industry Innovation Awards
The National Sports & Physical Activity Convention (NSC) has today announced the finalists for the Sport, Recreation and Play Industry Innovation Award Finalists for 2022....
Jun 30, 2022
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AUSTSWIM launches Presenters in Pools initiative
AUSTSWIM has announced the launch of its new initiative aiming to make a long-term impact on the current teacher shortage around the country. As the industry leader in swim...
Jun 28, 2022
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ASSA 2022 conference recognises outstanding contributors with excellence awards
The Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) held its 2022 Australian Swim Schools Conference last week at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, uniting the...
Jun 27, 2022
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Brimbank City Council looks at long-term impact of new Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre
Counting down to the opening of the new Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre, Brimbank City Council is undertaking a study into the long-term impact of the innovative health and...
Jun 26, 2022
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IAKS to stage networking event during National Sports and Physical Activity Convention
Experiencing rapid membership growth in Australia and New Zealand, the International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities (IAKS) will be staging a networking event...
Jun 26, 2022
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Maytronics announces Orimatech acquisition
Aiming to further develop its presence in the commercial sector, pool cleaning technology innovator Maytronics has announced its acquisition of commercial pool equipment...
Jun 23, 2022
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Aquatics
Stawell Sports and Aquatics Centre launches new tiered membership model
Stawell Sports and Aquatics Centre in Northern Grampians Shire has launched an array of new memberships for existing and prospective centre users. The model should prove more...
Jun 23, 2022
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NSW Police charge former swim coach over historical sexual abuse of young athletes
A former swimming coach will appear in court today charged over the alleged sexual abuse of teenage girls he was training at the Kogarah War Memorial Pool at Carss Park in...
Jun 22, 2022
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Blacktown Leisure Centre Stanhope welcomes its 16 millionth guest
Blacktown City Council has advised that its popular Blacktown Leisure Centre Stanhope has welcomed its 16 millionth guest. Local mother Rasthika and her two children Aaliyah and...
Jun 20, 2022
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Aquatics
Myrtha Pools to support FINA’s Pools for All Program
Aiming to promote and develop grassroots aquatics participation, FINA and Myrtha Pools are collaborating on FINA’s Pools for All Program for the next four years, providing...
Jun 20, 2022
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New FINA policy effectively bans transgender athletes from competing in women’s swimming events
World aquatics body FINA has agreed new policies that will effectively prevent transgender athletes from competing in women’s events. Meeting on Sunday in the Hungarian capital...
Jun 20, 2022
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Aventuur signs long-term ground lease for Perth Surf Park site
Global surf park creator, Aventuur has signed a long-term ground lease with the Western Australian Planning Commission for the site of the Perth Surf Park. Located on Prinsep...
Jun 20, 2022
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New Belgravia Foundation Aotearoa aims to improve community access to leisure
Aiming to improve access to sport and recreation activities across New Zealand communities, Geoff Lord’s Belgravia Group has announced the formation of Belgravia Foundation...
Jun 20, 2022
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Real surfboards used on FlowRider’s new deep flow stationary wave system
FlowRider has launched its first deep flow stationary wave system - FlowSurf – with the surf technology inspired by nature. The FlowSurf Experience FlowSurf was created out of...
Jun 19, 2022
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Details announced for Swim Coaches and Teachers Australia’s SWIMCON22
Swim Coaches and Teachers Australia has announced the return of its SWIMCON22 conference (formerly known as ASCTACON) over four days on the Gold Coast from 17th to 20th...
Jun 19, 2022
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Work set to commence on Hakoah White City development
The long-awaited construction of the new Hakoah White City development in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs is set to commence following the signing of a construction agreement last...
Jun 17, 2022
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Energy uncertainty to impact aquatic centre operations?
Rising energy costs and, in particular, the recent surge in the price of gas, has the potential to dramatically increase the cost of aquatic centre operations, highlighting the...
Jun 16, 2022
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Bathing Australia launches its website ahead of World Bathing Day 2022
As the public face of Australian Hot and Mineral Springs Alliance, Bathing Australia has launched its website in time for the celebration of World Bathing Day on 22nd June. The...
Jun 16, 2022
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CLM appoints new Facility Manager for Whangārei Aquatic Centre ·
Community Leisure Management (CLM) has appointed Darren Pott as the new Facility Manager of Whangārei Aquatic Centre (situated in the Northland region of New Zealand's North...
Jun 16, 2022
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Jonas Leisure veteran Bryn Whales announces retirement
After almost two decades meeting supporting clients and operators across the aquatic, fitness, recreation and sport industry, Jonas Leisure Sales Manager Bryn Whales will be...
Jun 16, 2022
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Seymour Sports and Aquatic Centre set to mark 20 years of operations
Mitchell Leisure Services is inviting members of the community to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the heated pool at Seymour Sports and Aquatic Centre on Sunday 19th June. An...
Jun 15, 2022
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Australian Swim Schools Association heads to the Gold Coast for hybrid conference
The Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) will be presenting its 2022 National Conference next week not only as an in-person event but also as its first ever hybrid event....
Jun 15, 2022
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Endless Surf partnership with Myrtha Pools to solve wave pool construction and maintenance challenges
Aiming to alleviate many of the common challenges that surf park developers face when constructing and operating their surf lagoon, a new pool building partnership between...
Jun 14, 2022
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