News: Education
AALARA launches aquatic industry issues survey
The Aquatic Industry Committee of the Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) is inviting aquatic industry professionals to participate in a survey to...
Feb 9, 2012
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Australian Islamic Museum moves forward
Plans for the Islamic Museum of Australia are moving forward following the foundation behind the project having exhibited at the 2011 Australia Arab Business Expo. The museum is...
Feb 7, 2012
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Victorian Government commits $3.4 million in funding for living libraries
The Victorian Government is to provide 10 Victorian libraries with more than $3.4 million to refurbish or develop new facilities from the Living Libraries Infrastructure...
Feb 7, 2012
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Free Qantas seminar to explain carbon price system
With Australia's carbon price system coming into effect on 1st July, Qantas is to host a seminar explaining its implications for the tourism industry. The event will be held at...
Feb 6, 2012
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Thai Spa Association launches quality assurance scheme
The Thai Spa Association (TSA) has joined with global certification company SGS (formerly Soci�t� G�n�rale de Surveillance) to establish a voluntary code of standards...
Feb 6, 2012
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Queensland Premier opens pool for 'city of champions'
Queensland Premier Anna Bligh has opened the first stage of Rockhampton's redeveloped Southside Memorial Pool, dubbing Australia's beef capital a "city of champions" in her...
Feb 6, 2012
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Proposal for elephants to reduce bushfire risks
Australia could introduce large herbivores such as elephants as part of a radical biological solution to the problem of bushfires and invasive species, according to a University...
Feb 5, 2012
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Free webinars on member retention strategies
Member Retention specialists MobileFit Australia will be running a series of free member retention 'webinars' for one week at the end of February. The webinars are aimed at...
Feb 1, 2012
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Committee changes for Venue Management School 2012
Following the success of its 18th annual Venue Management School (VMS), held from 6th to 11th November 2011 at the Hyatt Regency Sanctuary Cove on the Gold Coast, Anthony Duffy...
Jan 24, 2012
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SPARC launches sport and recreation knowledge library
The New Zealand Government's sport and recreation agency SPARC has launched a new Sport and Recreation Knowledge Library ('the Knowledge Library') for all those working or...
Jan 20, 2012
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Australian Open tennis scores TV viewers across the board
Nearly 6.7 million Australians (36% of the population) aged 14 years and over say that they watch the Australian Open on television, according to just released research from Roy...
Jan 18, 2012
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Kinect relaunches as Physical Activity Australia
Kinect Australia, the Melbourne-based fitness professionals registration and advocacy organisation, has announced that it will be operating under a new name - Physical Activity...
Jan 18, 2012
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International tourism to reach one billion in 2012
International tourist arrivals grew by over 4% in 2011 to 980 million, according to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer. With growth expected to continue in 2012, at a...
Jan 17, 2012
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AFL Players' Association releases Annual Development & Wellbeing report
The AFL Players' Association have announced an extension to their PlayWell Program, providing a framework for vocational, social, emotional, physical and psychological health to...
Jan 16, 2012
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Water Safety Campaign targets high Maori drowning rates
Water Safety New Zealand, in conjunction with sponsor New Zealand Post, is launching a campaign aimed squarely at improving the water safety skills of Maori. The campaign, Kia...
Jan 13, 2012
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ASCTA presents first international conference
The Australian Swimming Coaches & Teachers Association (ASCTA) will be presenting its first international ASCTA conference. To be held at the Langham Hotel, Hong Kong from 10th...
Jan 12, 2012
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VICSWIM 'Summer Kidz' Exceeds Expectations
VICSWIM has reported that the first week of its Summer Kidz program has surpassed all expectations, with extra teachers and classes required in several locations to meet demand....
Jan 12, 2012
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Singapore Sports Council partners University of Oregon to boost local sports industry
The Singapore Sports Council (SSC) is embarking on a five-year collaboration with University of Oregon on capability development and strategic partnerships. The University of...
Jan 11, 2012
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YMCA stresses importance of child supervision in and around pools this summer
The YMCA of Sydney, together with Royal Life Saving Society Australia (RLSSA) is strongly urging parents to "keep watch" and supervise their children in and around pools during...
Jan 10, 2012
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Rockdale Council advances new aquatic centre
Rockdale City Council is advancing its proposal for the upgrade of the Bexley Swimming Centre in Southern Sydney. The Council commenced an extended public consultation as of mid...
Jan 9, 2012
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UQ Sport Academy launches
The University of Queensland (UQ) Sport's high performance branch has celebrated the launch of its newly branded UQ Sport Academy (UQSA). The launch of the new brand coincides...
Jan 9, 2012
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REPs releases resources on exercise benefits
To help the New Zealand public understand the multiple advantages of exercise, and the benefits of using an exercise professional, the Registered Exercise Professionals (REPs)...
Jan 4, 2012
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Basketball Australia appoints former Blue to High Performance role
Basketball Australia (BA) has named Stephen Icke, the former General Manager of Football Operations at AFL club Carlton and 1977 VFL premiership player for North Melbourne, as...
Jan 4, 2012
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YMCA launches first ever national Swimathon fundraiser
The National Council of YMCAs has announced its first ever national Swimathon fundraiser, which, on Sunday 11th March, will see more than 100 YMCA-managed pools across the...
Dec 22, 2011
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