News: Education
Flooding causes closure of Byron Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
The East Coast of Australia is currently being impacted by heavy rainfall from Queensland to New South Wales with the extreme weather causing intense flooding to the Byron Bay...
Apr 4, 2024
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Adelaide park horticulturalists among outdoor workers to benefit from heat impact trial
With South Australians having been severely impacted by heat extremes this past summer, University of Adelaide researchers are trialling new approaches to help further protect...
Apr 4, 2024
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JUMP! Swim Schools to teach adults as well as children
JUMP! Swim Schools, which are known nationally for teaching children life-saving swim skills, have decided to offer classes to adults as well. JUMP! Swim Schools advise “the...
Apr 4, 2024
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Sunshine Coast Council opens 20-metre learn-to-swim school at Kawana Aquatic Centre
A new purpose-built indoor heated pool has opened as part of a $14 million upgrade at one of the Sunshine Coast’s premier aquatic centres. The new pool at the Kawana Aquatic...
Apr 3, 2024
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Cruise Passengers give top ranking to Cairns Aquarium educational tour
Viking Cruise passengers have rated their tour of the Cairns Aquarium as their top favourite experience out of all their included shore excursion experiences worldwide offered...
Apr 2, 2024
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Australia Sports Institute looks to expand franchise network of Pilates training centres
Experienced Pilates training provider Australia Sports Institute is looking to expand in both Australia and Dubai, offering regional master franchise and partnership...
Apr 1, 2024
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Royal Life Saving NSW delivers new regional swimming courses for active adults
Royal Life Saving NSW is one of 21 organisations across the state to receive funding under the $600,000 Connecting Seniors grants program which aims to help older people stay...
Mar 28, 2024
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Swimming NSW, Newcastle University Sport and Regional Academies of Sport join forces to develop local athletic talent
Swimming New South Wales, Newcastle University Sport (NUsport) and Regional Academies of Sport Ltd have today come together to launch a partnership aimed at supporting local...
Mar 27, 2024
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LIWA Aquatics launches industry mentorship program
Perth-based LIWA Aquatics has launched its our first-ever industry mentorship program. Tailored for the dynamics of the aquatic and recreation industry, the mentoring program...
Mar 27, 2024
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Amanda Bracks' Management Training venture looks to empower fitness businesses, leisure centres and boutiques
Launching her new venture, Fitness Management Training, in the aftermath of selling her Soulful Fitness studio in the Sydney suburb of Lane Cove, Australian Fitness Industry...
Mar 27, 2024
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Retired elite Australian female athletes announced for 2024 AIS Accelerate program
The Australian Institute of Sport continues its commitment to retain retired female athletes in the sports industry and has announced the 15-strong group who will be...
Mar 25, 2024
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ARV EMERGENT Leadership Program returns in 2024
The Aquatics and Recreation Victoria (ARV) EMERGENT leadership program is returning for 2024, offering a dynamic professional development program for Victorian Aquatics,...
Mar 25, 2024
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Record number of candidates recruited into ICC Sydney’s Audio Visual Graduate Program
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has activated its Audio Visual (AV) Graduate Program for the fifth time with seven recruits – marking the highest number of...
Mar 24, 2024
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Increased lifeguard training and new supervision rules for Splash Palace
Invercargill City Council has increased lifeguard training and implemented parental supervision rules at the Splash Palace public swimming pool following the near drowning of a...
Mar 23, 2024
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Accessible tourism campaign launched to support Rockhampton operators
Rockhampton Regional Council’s tourism, marketing and major events agency, Advance Rockhampton, acknowledges that accessible tourism allows everyone to participate in a tourism...
Mar 21, 2024
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Partnership champions Hotel Sustainability Education in Asia
A partnership between digital travel platform Agoda, the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is...
Mar 21, 2024
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‘Just Play’ and ‘Women Make Waves’ among programs supported by Australia’s Team Up in Solomon Islands
Following the launch of the Australian Government’s Team Up program in Solomon Islands in November last year, staff members from six sport for development programs in the...
Mar 20, 2024
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AIS workshops help strength and conditioning coaches enhance their skills
The Australian Institute of Sport’s (AIS) specialised professional development workshops are helping to develop and enhance the skills of strength and conditioning coaches to...
Mar 20, 2024
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Evolt launches multi-language Learning Hub in a global wellness industry first
Advanced body composition technology innovator Evolt has launched its global learning hub - the first of its kind in the industry with the innovative platform initially...
Mar 19, 2024
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Rockhampton Council reopens redeveloped Mount Morgan pool
Rockhampton Regional Council has reopened its Mount Morgan Aquatic Centre following the completion of a $6.5 million upgrade. With the facility’s old pool having reached the end...
Mar 19, 2024
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National Aquatics Symposium focuses on robust framework to ensure sustainable workforce
The recently held National Aquatic Workforce Symposium convened by Royal Life Saving Australia and the National Aquatic Industry Committee, attracted 50 industry leaders with a...
Mar 18, 2024
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2024 APOLA Conference to argue for investment in drowning prevention
With professional lifeguards concerned at the high level of ocean and open water drownings, the annual conference of the Australian Professional and Ocean Lifeguards Association...
Mar 18, 2024
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Registrations open for rEVENTS Academy’s 2024 Regional Event Management Training Program
rEVENTS Academy, has opened registrations for its popular seven week Regional Event Management Training Program . Focused on assisting small to medium, regional events, this a...
Mar 17, 2024
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Monarto Safari Park welcomes birth of eight native Greater Stick-nest Rat pups
Keepers at Monarto Safari Park have welcomed the birth of eight native Greater Stick-nest Rat pups as part of a conservation breeding program. The new arrivals are a special...
Mar 17, 2024
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