News: Education
University of Sydney study reveals catastrophic bleaching of Great Barrier Reef coral
University of Sydney marine scientists have highlighted the extent of coral bleaching and mortality that occurred on the southern Great Barrier Reef during the 2023-2024 global...
Jan 21, 2025
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Royal Life Saving condemns assaults on pool lifeguards
Following an assault by a group of youths on a teenage lifeguard at the Casey Aquatic and Recreation Centre (ARC) in suburban Melbourne and multiple reports this summer of...
Jan 21, 2025
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Giant pandas make public debut at Adelaide Zoo
Recently arrived Giant Pandas, Yi Lan and Xing Qiu, have made their public debut at Adelaide Zoo. They are both young pandas and were chosen with not only their ability to adapt...
Jan 20, 2025
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Christchurch City Council spotlights fitness training advisor Rob Bone
Christchurch City Council has spotlighted group fitness trainer Rob Bone’s dedication and commitment to the fitness industry from his time in the early 1990s on the BBC’s Good...
Jan 19, 2025
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Rockhampton Zoo partners with ANBA to deliver native bee hotel workshop
Rockhampton Zoo has partnered with the Australian Native Bee Association (ANBA), Rockhampton Branch, to deliver the Zoo's first native bee hotel workshop, with a special focus...
Jan 19, 2025
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Ampd Academy delivers bespoke training at Adventure Park Geelong
Registered training organisation Ampd Academy has advised of a program of bespoke training it has delivered at Geelong water and amusement park Adventure Park. In a social media...
Jan 18, 2025
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PATA extends visitor forecasting collaboration with the Hong Kong Polytechnic University
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has extended its partnership with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) for an additional three years (2024 to 2027) to...
Jan 18, 2025
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JUMP! Swim School partners with Goodstart Early Learning to enhance water safety education in Western Australia
Aiming to provide expert water safety education to children aged zero to five, JUMP! Swim has announced a new partnership with Goodstart Early Learning (GSEL) centres across...
Jan 17, 2025
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UNSW Beach Safety Group researcher calls for ‘consensus’ on water safety messages
With the summer period seeing a rise in drownings, Samuel Cornell, a University of NSW PhD Candidate, has questioned the effectiveness of marketing campaigns designed to...
Jan 15, 2025
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AIS appoints Jenni Banks to drive coaching expertise for Para athletes ahead of Brisbane 2032
Renowned coach Jenni Banks has been appointed by the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) to ensure the nation’s Para athletes have access to the world’s best coaches in the lead...
Jan 15, 2025
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Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre introduces inland Water Safety Program
The Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre has introduced a new Inland Water Safety Program aimed at equipping children aged six to 14 years with essential survival skills in...
Jan 14, 2025
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Lake Boga Flying Boat Museum secures disaster recovery funds
Lake Boga Flying Boat Museum, situated between Swan Hill and Kerang on the shores of Victoria's Lake Boga, sustained damage during the flooding and extreme rainfall in October...
Jan 14, 2025
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South Australian lifesaving bodies train staff to keep pools open
Swimming pools have been kept open for communities in South Australia’s far north following the South Australian Department for Education having delivered a targeted recruitment...
Jan 13, 2025
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EngageRM Partners with eTrainU to launch new learning management system
Sports technology solutions leader EngageRM has announced a strategic partnership with eLearning specialists eTrainU to develop and launch a bespoke learning management system...
Jan 13, 2025
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Shane Gould supports Sandon Point Surf Club in promotion of anti-drowning floating initiative
Committed to water safety and education in her post elite swimming career, Dr Shane Gould has today backed the Sandon Point Surf Club in its initiative to promote the Float to...
Jan 13, 2025
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Water safety knowledge and confidence boosted via Float to Survive with GOswim campaign
Belgravia Leisure’s GOswim program saw over 60,000 GOSwim students in almost 80 swim school locations across Australia absorb the Float to Survive with GOswim message, with a...
Jan 9, 2025
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Byron Bay Lighthouse Aboriginal Walking Tour offers alternative perspective of popular tourism attraction
A new walking tour has been launched by award-winning Indigenous tour operator Delta Kay, providing visitors with an Aboriginal perspective of the coastline around the Byron Bay...
Jan 9, 2025
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Swimming NZ continues to provide valuable support via Disability Swimming Fund
Swimming NZ is continuing their support for individuals living with a disability to access swimming and advises they have been able to provide financial support to 28 successful...
Jan 9, 2025
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Adelaide Zoo welcomes arrival of three male Capybaras
Adelaide Zoo has welcomed the arrival of three male Capybaras from Sydney Zoo - brothers Iago and Iguazu, and Salvador. As the largest rodents in the world, Capybaras hail from...
Jan 9, 2025
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New Taipei City Art Museum to open in April
After years of preparation, New Taipei City’s first public art museum, the New Taipei City Art Museum (NTCAM), is scheduled to open on 25th April. The NTCAM is located in the...
Jan 9, 2025
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Albany community to benefit from $3 million investment in walking and cycling paths
Western Australia’s Albany community is set to benefit from the next round of the State Government's WA Bicycle Network (WABN) Grants Program, with more than $2.7 million being...
Jan 8, 2025
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SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium announces hatching of new Gentoo penguin chick
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium has announced the hatching of a new Gentoo penguin chick, born to parents Pink Lady and Winnie on 3rd November 2024. DNA testing has recently confirmed...
Jan 7, 2025
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Surf Life Saving WA coordinates successful Powercraft Skills Maintenance Initiative
Surf Life Saving WA coordinated a Powercraft Skills Maintenance Initiative in December 2024 which has since wrapped up, having proven to be a success. Held across three...
Jan 6, 2025
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Christchurch City Council highlights benefits of adult swimming lessons
Christchurch City Council has highlighted the benefits of adult swimming lessons which it offers as part of the Swimsmart programme held at Graham Condon, Jellie Park, Matatiki...
Jan 6, 2025
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