News: Safety
YMCA Camp Manyung partnership delivers safer, more inclusive beach and camping experience
With the intention of creating a safer, more inclusive beach and camping experience for Mornington locals and visitors alike, YMCA Camp Manyung, in partnership with Mornington...
Jun 1, 2019
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Construction complete on Darwin’s Smart City project
The construction of Switching on Darwin, the nation’s largest smart city project, has been completed on time and on budget. The project aims to make Darwin a world-leading smart...
May 30, 2019
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‘Insufficient ventilation’ behind roof corrosion and pool closure at Queenstown’s Alpine Aqualand
The Queenstown Lakes District Council is close to confirming a long-term solution to repair the roof above Alpine Aqualand, the swimming pool facility at Queenstown Events...
May 30, 2019
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Wanaka Recreation Centre’s design captures international attention
Wanaka Recreation Centre is gaining international recognition after opening its doors just under three years ago. The community facility is shortlisted in the 2019 INDE.Awards,...
May 28, 2019
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11 die on 'overcrowded' Mount Everest
Another mountaineer has died after while attempting to reach the summit of Mount Everest, bringing the death toll for the 2019 climbing season to 11 people. American attorney...
May 27, 2019
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South Australian Government backs Royal Life Saving Society branch
The South Australian Government has released funding for Royal Life Saving Society - Australia’s state branch which has fallen into financial trouble. The Royal Life Saving...
May 27, 2019
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Swim school owner charged over indecent assaults
A swimming school owner will face court today following an investigation into the alleged indecent assaults of two girls near Albury in southern NSW.. Detectives from the NSW...
May 27, 2019
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Dreamworld makes key executive changes to drive future operations
As part of a move to implement global best practice in all aspects of theme park and attractions operations, Dreamworld has announced significant changes in its executive team....
May 27, 2019
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Taranaki Regional Council agrees to fund Yarrow Stadium renovations
Major works to repair New Plymouth’s Yarrow Stadium look set to proceed after Taranaki Regional Council agreed to a $50 million redevelopment budget for the project at its...
May 23, 2019
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14 people hospitalised following chlorine gas incident at Fitness Club 360 in Tamida
10 children and four adults have been hospitalised after a toxic gas incident in the swimming pool of the 360 Fitness Club in the Tamworth suburb of Taminda in northern NSW. As...
May 23, 2019
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Lifesaving defibrillators delivered to Macleay aquatic centres
Three of Kempsey Shire Council’s aquatic centres have taken delivery of defibrillators that will benefit pool patrons by improving emergency first aid responses. Jointly funded...
May 22, 2019
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Clark Kirby explains his drive to ‘challenge everything’ within Village Roadshow Theme Parks
Clark Kirby, Chief Executive and Executive Chairman of Village Roadshow Theme Parks, has explained how he has “challenged everything” within the Gold Coast-based theme park...
May 22, 2019
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Federal Government won’t deliver on APOLA funding plea to reduce drownings
Australia’s leading professional ocean safety organisation has been told by the Federal Government that, despite ongoing funding commitments to volunteer lifesavers, there will...
May 21, 2019
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Shane McGrath takes on AALARA Presidency at successful conference
Shane McGrath, Senior Manager - Operations and Product Management at the Sydney Royal Easter Show, has been named President of the Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation...
May 21, 2019
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Porirua City Council’s Dash Swim School introduces SwimDesk software
Porirua City Council’s Dash Swim School has become the latest aquatic facility to implement SwimDesk software, and the first swim school in the Wellington region to introduce...
May 19, 2019
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Incident on Darwin show ride leaves two people injured and children stuck
A woman and her son have been taken to hospital with minor injuries after a carnival ride accident at the Freds Pass Show in the Northern Territory. One of the arms of the...
May 19, 2019
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Investigation underway as fire destroys clubhouse at Orange golf club
The club house at the Wentworth Golf Club in Orange has been destroyed by fire, with emergency services having responded to reports of a fire at the Ploughmans Lane site in the...
May 18, 2019
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IAAPA Expo Asia 2019 offers Expanded Education Conference and Learning Opportunities
IAAPA Expo Asia 2019 participants can take part in an expanded education conference held in Shanghai, China, 11th-14th June, that includes more than 10 general education...
May 16, 2019
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New safety rules for Queensland theme parks and attractions now in force
Amusement rides and theme parks in Queensland are now subject to tougher safety regulations that will require regulations will require major inspections of rides by qualified...
May 16, 2019
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Life Saving Victoria launches inflatable pool off Williamstown
Life Saving Victoria (LSV) used the last of Victoria’s warm weather before Easter to test and trial an innovative six-lane, 25-metre inflatable swimming pool, built by Aflex...
May 15, 2019
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YMCA-managed Port Lincoln Leisure Centre secures water safety award
YMCA South Australia’s commitment to the principles and promotion of the Watch around Water initiative was rewarded when Port Lincoln Leisure Centre won the Recreation South...
May 14, 2019
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Skills Active Aotearoa shares Cardrona Alpine Resort’s workforce development practices
Skills Active Aotearoa, the industry training organisation for snowsport in New Zealand, recently spoke with Cardrona’s People and Performance Manager Laura Hedley, about on-job...
May 14, 2019
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Reliance Risk to provide event safety and risk management services at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium
Reliance Risk has announced that it has secured a three-year appointment to provide event safety and risk management services at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium by its venue manager,...
May 14, 2019
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Vital Protection Group appointed distributors for Metrasens detection technologies
With an ever-growing demand for innovative and efficient security systems, Vital Protection Group has recently been appointed as an authorised distributor for Metrasens’...
May 13, 2019
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