News: Play
A-Play rebrands as a_space
Leading play equipment and outdoor fitness manufacturer A-Play has changed its name, unveiling a new brand, a_space. Explaining the rebranding, a statement from the company...
Sep 14, 2015
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BIG4 Port Fairy unveils first ‘Monkeys and Mermaids’ Playland
BIG4 Port Fairy Holiday Park has officially opened an imaginative new play zone with its new one-of-a-kind ‘Monkeys and Mermaids’ themed playland. Specially designed for...
Sep 14, 2015
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Abu Dhabi park highlights PolySoft’s cool approach to play and safety
PolySoft’s ongoing export success has seen the NSW-based company help delight children and adults in one of the Arabian Gulf’s most-loved city parks. As part of the redesign of...
Sep 7, 2015
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Orion Lagoon opens in Springfield
Springfield’s newly opened aquatic attraction has officially been named Orion Lagoon, following an agreement between Ipswich City Council and developer Mirvac. The $10.3 million...
Sep 7, 2015
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NZRA calls for clarity on Health and Safety Reform Bill
The New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA) is calling on the New Zealand Government to clarify the implications of the Health and Safety Reform Bill passed in Parliament...
Aug 27, 2015
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BIG4 Airlie Cove Resort aquatic play area proves a popular attraction
Opened in May, the aquatic play area and waterslides at BIG4 Airlie Cove Resort and Caravan Park has proved a popular attraction for guests at the Whitsunday holiday park. The...
Aug 27, 2015
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Empex splash park completed at Singapore Sports Hub
Empex Watertoys recently completed a new installation at the Singapore Sports Hub, designed for children of all ages up to 12. Located in the Sport Hub's Splash-N-Surf zone, the...
Aug 10, 2015
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Ōtahuhu Pool and Leisure Centre gets grand opening
The new $30.9 million Otahuhu Pool & Leisure Centre has been opened in south east Auckland. The facility, which took almost 20 years of planning and fundraising includes to a...
Aug 8, 2015
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Yeppoon looks to develop foreshore lagoon and wave pool
Livingstone Shire Council is looking to develop a lagoon and wave pool on the Yeppoon foreshore. Livingstone Mayor Bill Ludwig is hoping that the $5 million development will...
Aug 5, 2015
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Waterplay Spray Pad awarded for Outstanding Design
Canadian-based Waterplay Solutions has revealed that its spray pad at the Splesj Water Park in the Netherlands has named a 2015 Dream Design by Aquatics International Magazine....
Aug 3, 2015
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ACT Government launches a new vision for recreation and play
The ACT Government has released a new vision for recreation in the ACT that aims to encourage more locals, along with visitors to the city, to take advantage of the Canberra’s...
Jul 30, 2015
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Surgeons warning on children’s playground equipment dangers
Looking into injuries children sustain when using playground equipment, the latest edition of the ANZ Journal of Surgery has highlighted the severe injuries that youngsters can...
Jul 30, 2015
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Queensland council offers to waive park hire fee to boost inflatable waterpark attraction
In a move to boost tourism, the Livingstone Shire Council has this week offered to waive its full commercial park hire fee for the Waterworld Central attraction in order for it...
Jul 15, 2015
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Aquanation set for 15th August opening
Maroondah City Council has announced that its $52.2 million Aquanation aquatic and recreation centre will open as of 15th August. The highly anticipated project has seen a major...
Jul 15, 2015
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Holroyd City Council advances plans for Regional Aquatic Wellness Centre
The Holroyd City Council in Western Sydney has progressed plans for the development of a new regional level aquatic and recreation centre as well as deciding the future of its...
Jul 9, 2015
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Wetpour rubber surface boosts safety at Wet'n'Wild Sydney
One of the factors behind the success of the Wet'n'Wild Sydney waterpark since its opening in late 2013 has been its industry-leading safety record. Contributing to this has...
Jul 5, 2015
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Airlie Aqua Park opens despite legal threats
The new Airlie Aqua Park, an inflatable water playground located at Queensland’s Airlie Beach, has commenced operations. Local entrepreneur Jason Ford has invested in the Wibit...
Jul 2, 2015
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Supplier Directory Profile: PolySoft at play In Qatar’s newest resort
A seamless fit for aquatic environments, PolySoft was the material of choice for pool areas at a prestigious new resort in Qatar. Opened in January, the Anantara Group’s latest...
Jul 2, 2015
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QORF event to explore future of youth camping and outdoor recreation
The Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation (QORF) is partnering with Nature Play Queensland and the Australian Camps Association to present ‘Kids Outdoors 2030’, a three day...
Jun 23, 2015
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Parents brawl at indoor play centre party in Western Sydney
A child's birthday party at an indoor children's play centre in Western Sydney descended into a brawl on Saturday afternoon (20th June) following a disagreement on the play...
Jun 21, 2015
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Fairfield City Council takes a lead in aquatic fun
Fairfield City Council is advancing a range of aquatic initiatives with plans for a giant inflatable waterslide currently being considered while also developing a waterpark that...
Jun 9, 2015
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Waterplay announces new Managing Director
British Columbia-based Waterplay® Solutions has announced the appointment of Lisa Neilson as it’s new Managing Director. This leadership position will provide enhanced support...
Jun 5, 2015
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Enrolments open for 2015/16 Recreation Planning Diploma program
HM Leisure Planning has announced that it will again be offering its nationally-accredited vocational and educational training (VET) course in recreation planning from the...
May 29, 2015
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Seoul Hilton offers wettest show on earth
The Hilton Hotel in South Korea’s capital, Seoul has installed the latest version of Empex Watertoys’ Aquacircus. The new version is a downsized layout for installation in...
May 26, 2015
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