News: Safety
Uluru blimp loss shows attractions operators need a ‘Plan B’
The recent case in the NSW Supreme Court involving the termination of the Operator Agreement for SkyShip Uluru has highlighted the need for attractions operators to have a ‘plan...
Jul 18, 2019
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Splendour in the Grass festivalgoers urged to stay safe
NSW Police has advised festivalgoers of the consequences of bringing illegal drugs into this weekend’s Splendour in the Grass event. Despite revelations of heavy-handed policing...
Jul 17, 2019
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Two fatalities as pendulum ride breaks apart at Indian amusement park
Two people have been killed and 15 seriously injured following an amusement ride failure at the Kankaria Adventure Park in the Indian city of Ahmedabad. A video of the incident...
Jul 16, 2019
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Music festival deaths inquest hears presence of Police dogs led to panicked drug-taking
A Sydney-based doctor has told the Coronial inquest into deaths of six young people at NSW music festivals that the presence of NSW Police drug detection dogs at these events...
Jul 16, 2019
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Chlorine issue sees temporary closure of Launceston Aquatic Centre
The Launceston Aquatic Centre was forced to close three of its pools on Saturday as a result of a blocked chlorine pump. According to the Centre's Facebook page, the block was...
Jul 14, 2019
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Inquest hears of multiple failings by organisers and Police over festival drug deaths
The Coronial inquest into the deaths of six young people at music festivals in NSW has this week heard that poor organisation, heavy-handed policing, a rise in synthetic...
Jul 12, 2019
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Taxi driver to stand trial over alleged Adelaide Aquatic Centre rape
A taxi driver is to stand trial over the alleged rape and indecent assault of a woman at the Adelaide Aquatic Centre last year. Hayas Kardo, aged 61, entered not guilty pleas to...
Jul 11, 2019
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TDC releases new live signage innovation for events and mass gatherings
Australian entertainment technology company TDC (Technical Direction Company) has announced the release of its new and unique LIVE View Signage solution to provide visitor...
Jul 9, 2019
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Second Jump Swim entity faces liquidation
JUMP! Swim Schools has been dealt another blow with franchisor Jump Loops Pty Ltd placed in Court appointed liquidation. The Jump Loops liquidation announcement comes just weeks...
Jul 9, 2019
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Grant Connors moves from ARV to Belgravia Leisure
Grant Connors, Chief Executive of Aquatics and Recreation Victoria, has been appointed to the role of Area Manager for Belgravia Leisure’s Moonee Valley City Council contract....
Jul 8, 2019
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New Rockhampton female facilities set to boost netball participation
The Queensland Government Female Facilities upgrades at Jardine Park will give thousands of Rockhampton netballers access to game changing new facilities. Member for Rockhampton...
Jul 7, 2019
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New Zealand Major Events releases event security guidelines
New Zealand Major Events has released new event security guidelines that, rather than focusing solely on security planning, take a more holistic view of how to run a safe and...
Jul 4, 2019
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Blacktown Council staff halt work in dispute over use of Roundup weedkiller
More than 500 Blacktown City Council grounds maintenance and manual staff have returned to work following a meeting in the Industrial Relations Commission over the Council’s use...
Jul 4, 2019
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IHRSA provides guidance on children in gyms
With the issue of children in fitness clubs a matter of concern to many managers, the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) has answered questions on...
Jul 4, 2019
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GIO Stadium Canberra to get $440,000 security upgrade
The ACT Government has allocated $440,000 in its latest budget for "physical security" upgrades at GIO Stadium Canberra that will see the addition of CCTV cameras, stronger...
Jul 3, 2019
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Brisbane boxing gym first opened by Joe Frazier destroyed by fire
The Fortitude Boxing gym, opened back in 1985 by former World Heavyweight boxing champion Smokin' Joe Frazier, has been destroyed by fire. Emergency services were called to the...
Jul 3, 2019
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Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre receives LSV’s Platinum Pool Award
Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre has been accredited with Life Saving Victoria's (LSV) prized Platinum Pool award, joining an exclusive club of just 25 Victorian aquatic...
Jul 2, 2019
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Access and perimeter security solution secures Village Roadshow Theme Parks
Security solutions provider Gallagher have shared their experience of providing access control and perimeter solutions for Village Roadshow Theme Parks (VRTP). With VRTP...
Jul 2, 2019
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Pirates ‘open fire’ on visitors at remote New Caledonian island
A gang of pirates armed with rifles and swords or machetes has attacked a luxury yacht carrying tourists off New Caledonia, knocking the captain to the deck and looting the...
Jul 1, 2019
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AquaPulse retains status as one of Victoria’s safest public pools
Wyndham City’s AquaPulse has been recognised as one of Victoria’s top facilities for aquatic safety for the third year running, having again been awarded the ‘Watch Around Water...
Jul 1, 2019
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ARI recognises aquatic facility excellence in NSW
The Aquatic and Recreation Institute (ARI) has recognised industry excellence in NSW at its 2019 Awards, presented during its recent 55th Annual Conference. As explained by ARI...
Jun 30, 2019
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Football Victoria Chief Executive backs tough action on unruly clubs
Football Victoria Chief Executive Peter Filopoulos has backed tough disciplinary action which has seen clubs hit with fines and points deductions for attacks on referees, racist...
Jun 28, 2019
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NT WorkSafe issues amusement ride safety alert following country show accident
A safety alert has been issued by the Northern Territory's work safety watchdog warning of a risk of "serious injury or death" if amusement rides are not properly inspected and...
Jun 28, 2019
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Man jailed for Bibbulmun Track attack
A truck driver who attacked two Finnish nationals as they hiked the popular Bibbulmun Track in Perth has been sentenced to eight years and nine months in prison. The West...
Jun 25, 2019
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