News: Education
Singapore's national water safety program introduces open water module
Singaporean parents now have the opportunity to ensure their children gain the necessary water safety knowledge and survival skills in open water through a new module, SwimSafer...
Aug 3, 2011
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Forget magic Rugby World Cup figures researcher says
Attempts to measure the success of New Zealand's upcoming Rugby World Cup in dollar terms could be missing the point, according to a Massey University economics lecturer. Dr Sam...
Aug 2, 2011
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Weight-loss campaigns a waste of money
Overweight and obese persons' bodies are programmed to regain any weight that is lost and authorities are wasting money on campaigns urging people to exercise and eat healthy...
Aug 2, 2011
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Shenzhen ready to hold a unique Universiade
The upcoming World University Games in Shenzhen will benefit from unique creative efforts, according to Mayor Xu Qin. At a pre-games press conference in Beijing, Xu Qin stated...
Jul 31, 2011
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Surry Hills Library crowned a world leader
The City of Sydney's Surry Hills Library has officially been crowned a world-leading community facility after winning one of architecture's most prestigious international...
Jul 28, 2011
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Swim Australia's Better Water Seminar Series
Swim Australia is hosting its inaugural Better Water Seminar Series during August. The seminars will focus on tried and tested new, cost-effective technologies that...
Jul 21, 2011
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ANZLSA 2011 conference to explore Ethics in Sport
With the theme 'Drawing the Line: Ethics in Sport' the 21st Australia and New Zealand Sports Law Association (ANZSLA) annual conference will be staged at the Crowne Plaza, one...
Jul 20, 2011
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Last chance to book for athletes contracts Conference
The Australian Athletes' Alliance (AAA) is presenting its 2011 Legal Education Conference: Negotiations in Sport: Collective Bargaining and Player Agents. The conference, being...
Jul 15, 2011
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New Zealand Prime Minister announces sports scholarship in New Delhi
New Zealand Prime Minister John Key has announced a new sports scholarship and academic exchange programme between India and New Zealand. The programme will include a number of...
Jul 13, 2011
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Sports injuries keeping hospital beds warm
Sports injuries accounts for more than twice the number of hospital treated injuries than road traffic accidents, according to data from the Victorian Injury Surveillance Unit,...
Jul 12, 2011
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Registrations open for International Health and Fitness Forum
Tickets are now on sale for an event that will provide a forum for world class fitness and allied health practitioners to discuss, learn and work together. The International...
Jul 4, 2011
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VMA launches new look Venue Management School
The Venue Management Association (VMA) has launched a new name, new logo and new website for its annual Venue Management School (VMS). Formerly known as the PVMS (Public Venue...
Jun 27, 2011
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Private school money influences Ku-ring-gai Council sportsfield decision
Ku-ring-gai Council has given in-principle support to a plan by two exclusive private schools to pay $2 million for a synthetic running track in a public park near their schools...
Jun 21, 2011
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Singapore Sports Institute gets first Executive Director
The Singapore Sports Council (SSC) has confirmed that Associate Professor Fabian Lim Chin Leong has taken on the role as the Singapore Sports Institute's (SSI) first Executive...
Jun 21, 2011
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Deakin University study to reveal exactly what is involved in being a sports coach
In a first for Australian sport, Deakin University researchers are looking to reveal the complete picture of what is involved in being a sports coach. Deakin University sports...
Jun 20, 2011
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Asian attractions bounce back amid mixed global theme parks performance
Rebounding economies and a surge of visitors from mainland China, fueled by a change in tourist visa policies, have helped strong performance in Asian theme parks in 2010....
Jun 20, 2011
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Tasmanian health coaching 'a waste of money'
A health coaching service offered by the Tasmanian Government has cost more than $3,700 for each person it has engaged in its over-the-phone program. The ill-received Get...
Jun 20, 2011
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Cerebral Palsy teenager undertaking fitness qualification
Alex Ma, a teenager born with Cerebral Palsy and unable to walk until age six, is on the road to a career in fitness. Ma believes his dramatic recovery is a result of training...
Jun 16, 2011
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Australasian Leisure Management partners Sport Business World conference
Australasian Leisure Management is proud to announce its role as Media Partner for the third Annual Sport Business World conference taking place from 27th to 29th June at the...
Jun 15, 2011
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Queensland NRL clubs help Indigenous kids move from school to work
Indigenous youth will receive support in their transition from school to work, further education or training thanks to the Federal Government's Indigenous Youth Careers Pathway...
Jun 15, 2011
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Construction begins at Mariners Sporting Campus
Construction of the Central Coast Mariners Centre of Excellence sporting campus in set to begin. Backed by $10 million in Federal Government funding, development of Stage One of...
Jun 14, 2011
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VICSWIM learn to swim program thrown funding lifeline
The VICSWIM Summer 'Kidz' learn to swim program will be overhauled and revived as a result of a funding boost in the 2011-12 Victorian Budget. The Victorian Government has...
Jun 10, 2011
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ASCTA releases Swim Australia Teacher of Learners with Disability course
The Australian Swimming Coaches & Teachers Association (ASCTA) has released the Swim Australia Teacher of Learners with Disability (SAT LWD) course. Conducting the first course...
Jun 7, 2011
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Dates confirmed for 2011 ASCTA Queensland conference
The Queensland Branch of the Australian Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association (ASCTA) has confirmed its dates for its 2011 annual conference. The event will be held at...
Jun 3, 2011
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