News: Safety
Cockburn ARC welcomes back patrons after Coronavirus shutdown
With Western Australia having moved into Phase 3 of COVID- 19 restrictions and aquatic and recreation facilities now reopened across the state, Cockburn ARC is again welcoming...
Jun 18, 2020
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Netball Australia to join National Redress Scheme
Netball Australia has announced its intent to join the National Redress Scheme, in an effort to ensure survivors of institutional child sexual abuse under Netball Australia’s...
Jun 17, 2020
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Social distancing rules make it financially unviable for Sydney theatres to reopen
While Sydney theatre companies including Sydney Theatre Company and Belvoir welcomed the NSW Government's 14th June announcement stipulating that NSW venues could replace the...
Jun 17, 2020
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Massive revenue decline sees YMCA reconsider offering New Zealand summer camps
With the YMCA in New Zealand having experienced a 95% drop in revenue over recent months, reports suggest that it is considering not staging the summer camps that is held over...
Jun 17, 2020
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Village Roadshow announces reopening schedule for Gold Coast theme parks
With the Queensland Government having accepted an Industry Plan for COVIDSafe operations, Village Roadshow has announced today that it will reopen its Gold Coast theme parks -...
Jun 17, 2020
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Queensland Government approves return of fans to stadiums
Queensland’s major sporting venues will welcome back fans from this weekend, in a trial that will allow crowds of up to 2000 people to attend venues including The Gabba, Suncorp...
Jun 16, 2020
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SwimDesk expands online software functionality for swim schools
SwimDesk has released an expansion to the functionality to its popular software platform for managing swim school communication, progression and retention. Introducing the...
Jun 16, 2020
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ATIC's COVID Clean Program embraced by Tourism Industry
More than 1300 Australian tourism businesses have signed up to be certified as COVID Clean through a new online program - COVID Clean Practicing Business Program - developed by...
Jun 16, 2020
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40 kilometres of new bike lanes being fast-tracked in Melbourne
The City of Melbourne is fast-tracking the delivery of 40 kilometres of bike lanes to help people travel safely; to encourage those who took up riding as a way to stay fit and...
Jun 15, 2020
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Fitness Australia calls for national consistency in state government gym reopenings
With gyms and other indoor fitness facilities reopened in NSW at the weekend and Victorian fitness clubs to reopening as of next Monday, Fitness Australia is calling on state...
Jun 15, 2020
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The Y NSW advises that fitness classes have recommenced at Oasis Aquatic and Leisure Centre
Following the NSW Government’s easing of COVID-19 restrictions, the Y NSW has advised that the gym has reopened and group fitness classes have recommenced at the Oasis Aquatic...
Jun 14, 2020
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ASCTA recognises Barker College Foundation Aquatic Centre for its innovation
The Barker College Foundation Aquatic Centre’s ‘Tech Free Week’ has been recognised at the Australian Swimming Coaches and Teachers Association (ASCTA) and Swim Australia 2019...
Jun 14, 2020
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Dolphin dies at Coffs Harbour Marine Conservation Park
The death of the oldest dolphin at the Dolphin Marine Conservation Park in Coffs Harbour this week has brought into focus the need for an ocean sanctuary for cetaceans. Park...
Jun 12, 2020
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Live Entertainment Industry Forum welcomes potential easing of restrictions on outdoor sport and entertainment venues
The newly formed Live Entertainment Industry Forum (LEIF) has today welcomed the Federal Government’s move on to further ease restrictions on organised on outdoor sport and...
Jun 12, 2020
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World Health Organization advises people to wear masks in public areas
The World Health Organization (WHO) has advised that people should wear face masks in public where social distancing is not possible to help stop the spread of Coronavirus....
Jun 12, 2020
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Splendour in the Grass cancellation to hit Byron Bay economy
The announcement that this year’s Splendour in the Grass festival will not be held due to Coronavirus travel restrictions looks set to have a significant impact on the economy...
Jun 12, 2020
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Insurance refusals impacting adventure tourism operators
With carnival ride and trampoline arena operators among industry sectors having been seriously impacted by sharply rising premiums and, in some cases, an inability to secure...
Jun 12, 2020
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Australian Prime Minister moves forward relaxation of Coronavirus rules to allow crowds to return to sport and entertainment
Australians could enjoy being part of outdoor crowds of up to 10,000 at ticketed concerts, festivals and sporting events as part of new relaxed physical distancing rules...
Jun 12, 2020
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Royal Life Saving responds to questions on resuscitation during Coronavirus pandemic
In answer to inquiries on the delivery of a rescue response by lifeguards working at an aquatic facility in emergency situations in the current COVID-19 pandemic, including...
Jun 11, 2020
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New BioGuard pool water treatment system reduces costs and improves the swimming experience
BioGuard has launched its new Dryden Aqua Integrated System, a fully integrated, biological swimming pool water treatment system that prevents the growth of bacteria and...
Jun 11, 2020
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Coronavirus update: NSW facility openings with 20 people allowed in classes
Australasian Leisure Management 's pulling together of the lastest resources on restarting activities and facilities across all sectors of the industry. NSW COVIDSafe Plans for...
Jun 11, 2020
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Vail Resorts to implement COVID-19 Safe Operating Plan and expand 2020 Epic Australia Pass to include Epic Coverage
Vail Resorts has announced the implementation of a COVID-19 Safe Operating Plan for its Australian resorts - Perisher, Falls Creek and Hotham. With the resorts preparing for a...
Jun 11, 2020
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Fitness First to reopen NSW gyms from Saturday
Following the easing of Coronavirus restrictions, Fitness First has announced that all of clubs across NSW will officially reopen their doors to members this weekend. Having...
Jun 10, 2020
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ICC Sydney launches operating framework for safe reopening of events
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has today launched the ICC Sydney EventSafe Operating Framework - a set of operating principles that will allow the safe...
Jun 10, 2020
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