News: Education
Dubai Reef project launched as one of the world's largest marine reef developments
The Dubai Reef project has been launched and as one of the world's largest marine reef developments, it marks a pioneering step in the journey towards ecological preservation....
Dec 6, 2023
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Children’s cultural and environmental programs introduced at Ritz-Carlton Asia Pacific
An evolved 'Ritz Kids' program has been introduced by Ritz-Carlton across its Asia Pacific locations – offered in key cities including Tokyo, Singapore and Perth as well as...
Dec 6, 2023
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Surf Life Saving Australia launches ‘Give an F about the Flags’ new summer safety campaign
Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) has launched a new national safety campaign designed to get more people swimming between the flags. With the campaign presenting a...
Dec 5, 2023
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FITREC welcomes RTS global to Australia
Fitness registration service FITREC has announced its support for RTS Global in the delivery of their RTS Level 1 Training in Australia. The industry’s defining education...
Dec 5, 2023
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Global water safety community converges on Perth with a mission to end drowning
As lifeguards and lifesavers prepare for an expected long and hot summer, drowning prevention experts from across the globe are converging on Perth for the World Conference on...
Dec 4, 2023
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Vale: VMA Past President and founding member Gareth James
Australasian Leisure Management is saddened to report the death of Gareth James at the age of 74. Described in an obituary in The Age as “the most distinguished and visionary...
Dec 4, 2023
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Darwin Airport resort offers Olympic size swimming pool and Indigenous training academy
Darwin Airport Resort has today launched as an integrated destination delivering Australia’s first-ever airport resort and offering an Olympic-plus size swimming pool and...
Dec 4, 2023
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Kingswim reveals revamped Water Safety Program
With swim schools located in NSW, Victoria, ACT and Queensland, Kingswim unveiled its reinvigorated Water Safety Program on National Water Safety Day on 1st December. The...
Dec 4, 2023
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Redevelopment concept designs and three-year closure announced for Powerhouse Ultiimo
Alongside the NSW Government releasing the concept designs for the revitalisation of Sydney’s Powerhouse Museum in Ultimo this week, the Government has also announced a three...
Dec 4, 2023
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CVM Academy’s rebrand to Ampd Academy marks move to expand training services beyond the aquatic industry
In a move aimed at addressing the evolving needs of the aquatic industry, the CVM Academy has announced its rebrand into Ampd Academy. The significant move for the Ampd Academy...
Dec 3, 2023
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Rip Current Survival documentary to get premiere at World Conference on Drowning Prevention
A feature-length documentary on how countries around the world are tackling swimmer safety at ocean beach issue is to be premiered on the opening day of the World Conference on...
Dec 1, 2023
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Penrith City Council unveils new Heritage Walk in St Marys
Penrith City Council has unveiled a new St Marys Heritage Walk – a free mobile-friendly online interactive map highlighting St Marys rich historic past. Following the launch of...
Nov 30, 2023
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2023 SMAANZ Annual Conference underway at University of Canberra
Leading sport management academics and professionals have been welcomed to the University of Canberra’s Bruce campus for the 2023 Sport Management Association of Australia and...
Nov 29, 2023
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Australian Institute of Fitness completes PayTo integration through links with Ezypay and aXcelerate
The Australian Institute of Fitness (AIF), the nation’s largest fitness training organisation, has recently completed its first student transaction processed using innovative...
Nov 29, 2023
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Sport Singapore marks 50th anniversary with book launch and exhibition
Celebrations are currently underway to mark the 50th anniversary of National sport agency - Sport Singapore - with the anniversary being marked by a book launch and exhibition....
Nov 27, 2023
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Amenities replacement now complete at John Houston Memorial Swimming Pool in Hay
The replacement of the amenities building is now complete at the John Houston Memorial Swimming Pool in Hay, located in the western Riverina region of south western New South...
Nov 27, 2023
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Council highlights significant conservation contributions of Wellington Zoo and Botanic Gardens
Last month, the International Union for Conservation of Nature Species Survival Commission (IUCN SSC) launched its position statement, recognising the significant contributions...
Nov 27, 2023
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Victorian Government backs VICSWIM for another two years
With summer holidays fast approaching, the Victorian Government has announced that extending the popular VICSWIM Summer Kidz Program with investment of $800,000 for another two...
Nov 27, 2023
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Christchurch’s new Hornby Centre library to include Audio/Video space
Christchurch City Council has advised that the new library being built at Matatiki Hornby Centre is to include an Audio/Video space offering a bookable recording facility,...
Nov 26, 2023
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Tasmanian grassroots clubs and schools partner to increase participation in sport
A partnership between the Tasmanian Government, Lauderdale Primary School, Basketball Tasmania and the Grenadiers Basketball Club identified and implemented improvements to the...
Nov 26, 2023
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Torrens University and Ice Hockey Australia announce education collaboration
Torrens University Australia and Ice Hockey Australia (IHA) have revealed a new partnership designed to make education more accessible, engaging and future focused for the...
Nov 26, 2023
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New Melbourne library opens and unveils suite of public artworks
New Melbourne library opens and unveils suite of public artworks A suite of public artworks and commissions celebrating the richness of Kulin culture have been unveiled by the...
Nov 26, 2023
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Reece Rackley named Australian Swim Schools Association President
The Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) has announced the immediate appointment of Reece Rackley as its new President. The decision comes as part of the Association's...
Nov 22, 2023
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Perth set to host World Conference on Drowning Prevention
The International Life Saving Federation’s World Conference on Drowning Prevention (WCDP) will be held at the Perth Conference and Exhibition Centre from 4th to 7th December...
Nov 21, 2023
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