News: Safety
Surf Life Saving Queensland receives funding boost for surf safety
Surf Life Saving Queensland (SLSQ) is set to receive an extra $150,000 in Queensland Government funding for equipment and delivery of training and awareness programs. The extra...
Dec 3, 2019
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Significant fall in New Zealand skiing and snowboarding injuries attributed to risk management and education
New Zealand's Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) spent $23.5 million on skiing and snowboarding injuries in 2019 - a 17% fall on the year before - with operators saying...
Dec 3, 2019
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Prime Minister Scott Morrison backs beach safety at start of summer
Marking the start of summer, Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has acknowledged Surf Life Saving Australia members for their dedication to saving lives and their...
Dec 3, 2019
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VICSWIM partners with Paul Sadler Swimland for water safety education
VICSWIM have partnered with Paul Sadler Swimland to deliver the VICSWIM Summer Kidz program to eight venues across Victoria this summer. Chris Bannister from Paul Sadler...
Dec 2, 2019
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Rescue tubes trialled at Coffs Harbour beaches to help reduce drownings
In a joint project between Coffs Harbour City Council’s Lifeguard Service and Sawtell Surf Lifesaving Club, rescue tubes that members of the public can use in an emergency, are...
Dec 2, 2019
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Hong Kong Leisure Services impacted by protests
Months of recent protests in Hong Kong have had a significant impact on the Chinese Special Administrative Region's Leisure and Cultural Services Department, with frequent...
Dec 2, 2019
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Royal Life Saving recognises Toowoomba residents
Four Toowoomba residents have been recognised by Royal Life Saving Society - Australia (RLSSA) for their split-second rescue and resuscitation actions at two city swimming pools...
Dec 1, 2019
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Japan’s Shuri Castle attracts funds for rebuilding as crisis response to fire slammed
Following the destruction by fire in October 2019 of the UNESCO World heritage site, Shuri Castle, a popular tourist location in the capital of the Japanese island of Okinawa,...
Dec 1, 2019
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Victorian drowning report shows worst toll in 20 years
Victoria has recorded its worst drowning toll in two decades during the 2018/19 financial year with 56 drownings. Released on Sunday, the Life Saving Victoria report advised...
Dec 1, 2019
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Royal Life Saving Tasmania delivers tailored swimming and water safety lessons for high-risk students
Royal Life Saving Tasmania has facilitated a personalised six-week swimming and water safety program for 10 high school students thought to be at particular risk of drowning....
Nov 30, 2019
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Snap Fitness Club defibrillator helps save member’s life
A readily available Automated External Defibrillator (AED) at Victorian 24/7 fitness club, Snap Fitness Hampton, has contributed towards saving a club member’s life. Snap...
Nov 29, 2019
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DeakinACTIVE recognised for contribution towards student wellbeing and safety
DeakinACTIVE, a subbrand of Deakin University and managed by Clublinks, was honoured with the award for “Outstanding Contribution to Student Wellbeing and Safety” at the...
Nov 28, 2019
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NSW Government to scrap Sydney lockout laws from 2020
The NSW Government has announced that Sydney’s unpopular lockout laws are set to be scrapped from 14th January next year. Introduced by then NSW Premier Mike Baird in 2014, the...
Nov 28, 2019
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NSW Emergency Services urge for safety first this summer
New South Wales emergency services are urging residents to put safety first this summer with bush fire survival plans and swimming between the flags being some of the tips the...
Nov 26, 2019
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AlphaFit share advice on Commercial Gym Flooring
With flooring one of the most important elements to designing a high quality training area - and often something that is overlooked and not noticed until it is too late -...
Nov 25, 2019
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Life Saving Victoria launches new SwimSafe safety campaign for public pools
Born out of coronial recommendations and following several years of research, Life Saving Victoria has launched its SwimSafe public safety campaign for public pools. The new...
Nov 25, 2019
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More than 70 million visits to Victorian aquatic facilities in 12 months
A newly released report shows that more than 70 million visits were made to Victorian public access pools in the year 2018/19 and that demand for facilities will rise by an...
Nov 19, 2019
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Shark-proof wet suit material could reduce injuries
Flinders University marine researchers have tested a new wet suit material considered to help reduce blood loss and reduce injuries caused by shark bites. The study published in...
Nov 18, 2019
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Ministers endorse Australian Adventure Activity Standard and Good Practice Guides
The Australian Adventure Activity Standard (AAAS) and Good Practice Guides (GPG) have officially been released after being endorsed by Federal and state ministers for sport...
Nov 18, 2019
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2019 Life Saving Victoria Pool Safety Summit sees launch of State of the Sector report
Life Saving Victoria's recent hosting of its eighth annual Pool Safety Summit, was attended by more than 200 aquatic and recreation industry representatives. Held in the middle...
Nov 18, 2019
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Aussie Ark calls for wildlife support during bushfires
Wildlife conservation charity Aussie Ark, in partnership with US conservation organisation Global Wildlife Conservation, are calling on the community to support native wildlife...
Nov 17, 2019
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Victorian Indigenous Surfing Program receives additional support from Kieser Australia
The Victorian Indigenous Surfing Program will receive extra support this summer with physiotherapy and strength training group Kieser Australia expanding their partnership of...
Nov 17, 2019
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Taronga Conservation calls for urgent funding to address emerging koala crisis
To address the emerging koala crisis resulting from recent and ongoing catastrophic bushfires, Taronga Conservation Society Australia is calling for urgent funds to help its...
Nov 16, 2019
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Pakistan to again host Test cricket after 10 year gap
Pakistan is set to again host Test cricket - after a decade-long drought - with the national team to host a two-Test home series against Sri Lanka next month. The Pakistan...
Nov 14, 2019
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