News: Safety
City of Newcastle looks to recruit new generation of professional of lifeguards
With beaches that attract over a million swimmers and sunseekers each year, the City of Newcastle is calling for high-school-aged trainee lifeguards to join its beach patrol...
Oct 1, 2024
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Indoor play centre fined $40,000 after boy injures back in climbing wall fall
Geelong-based indoor play and trampoline centre Bounce has been fined $40,000 in the Victorian County Court following an incident in which an 11-year-old boy fractured his...
Oct 1, 2024
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New safety laws now in place for Western Australian water sports
The Western Australia Government has introduced new safety equipment requirements for sail and kiteboarders, windsurfers and paddlers operating more than 400 metres from shore...
Sep 30, 2024
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Safer access planned to support Ningaloo Reef tourism operators
Detailed planning investigations have confirmed the site for an improved boat launching facility at Tantabiddi with the Tantabiddi Boat Ramp, managed by the Shire of Exmouth...
Sep 29, 2024
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Swimmers outside of flagged patrol areas 10 times more likely to need rescuing
New research by a team from James Cook University - that used geomorphological, environmental and human data to better understand factors leading to surf rescues - has found...
Sep 27, 2024
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Paedophile swim coach dies weeks after conviction for sexually assaulting young girls
Former Australian Olympic swimming coach Dick Caine has died, weeks after he was found guilty of raping and sexually abusing six female students in the 1970s and 1980s Caine,...
Sep 27, 2024
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Wollongong Council spotlights its preparedness for 2024/25 NSW beach patrol season
The 2024/25 NSW beach patrol season starts on Saturday 28th September 2024 with City of Wollongong spotlighting its preparedness for the new season having more than 150...
Sep 26, 2024
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Upgrade works completed at Adelaide's Coopers Stadium for A-Leagues season
The completion of a $53.5 million upgrade program at Adelaide’s Coopers Stadium is set to deliver an enhanced matchday experience for players and fans alike - with the...
Sep 25, 2024
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Safety lessons for tourism operators from New Zealand’s White Island tragedy
With the White Island volcanic eruption serving as a sombre reminder of the catastrophic consequences of safety oversights by tourism operators, Bronwyn Smart and James Ritchie...
Sep 25, 2024
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Swimly provides water safety skills and helps overcome aquaphobia
Swimly’s Head Coach Jason Cram, along with a dedicated team, are addressing the alarming rise in deaths due to drowning by providing adults with essential water safety skills...
Sep 24, 2024
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SCTA attracts over 400 registrations for SWIMCON24
SWIMCON24 has closed on the Sunshine Coast with exhibitors and more than 400 delegates coming together for Australia’s premier conference for swim coaches and teachers, aquatic...
Sep 24, 2024
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Asbestos advocates concerned over James Hardie’s Parramatta Eels sponsorship
The Parramatta Eels are being urged to reconsider its decision to accept a multi-year sponsorship deal from former asbestos manufacturer, James Hardie Industries. With the NRL...
Sep 24, 2024
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Surf Life Saving Australia launches sixth edition of Women’s Mentoring Program
Surf Life Saving Australia has launched the sixth edition of its national Women’s Mentoring Program which pairs mentees and mentors from across Australia in order to develop and...
Sep 24, 2024
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Kids Alive urge parents to start children’s swimming lessons early
Water safety experts, Kids Alive – Do the Five, are encouraging parents to start swim lessons for their children as early as possible. Kids Alive highlight that one-year-olds...
Sep 22, 2024
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Waterlink helps Little Fishes Swim School attain the right balance
Brand Post: Waterlink, a trusted name in pool maintenance and safety, recently played a pivotal role in enhancing the operations of Little Fishes Swim School. With a legacy...
Sep 20, 2024
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Lifeguard training conducted ahead of Cessnock pools' reopening
In preparation for the upcoming season, lifeguard training was conducted over two days at Cessnock Pool, with the seven-hour long sessions including CPR training and practical...
Sep 19, 2024
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Elaine Jobson emphasises importance of safety through leadership in keynote presentation at SWIMCON24
The SWIMCON24 convention on the Sunshine Coast has commenced with Elaine Jobson, Chief Executive of Jetts Fitness, present the keynote address on the topic of ‘High Performance...
Sep 19, 2024
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Popular Gold Coast boardwalk to receive safety and accessibility enhancements
The Beree-Badalla Reserve Boardwalk at Palm Beach on Queensland’s Gold Coast will be upgraded to a three metre wide path to improve accessibility and safety. The existing...
Sep 19, 2024
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NSW Government opens defibrillator funding for sport facilities and organisations
Applications have opened for the NSW Government’s Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program which provides NSW sporting clubs and organisations the opportunity to share in...
Sep 18, 2024
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Consumer Protection urges families to prioritise safety at Perth Royal Show
While the Perth Royal Show which runs from 21st – 28th September 2024 promises fun for all ages, WA Consumer Protection is reminding parents to carefully inspect for potential...
Sep 17, 2024
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NSW Government amends laws to help struggling music festival industry
The NSW Government has today announced new regulatory and financial support for the embattled music festival industry which is under the pressure of increasing costs. With a...
Sep 16, 2024
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Insurer offers molestation liability cover for organisations entrusted with the care of minors
Precision Underwriting has advised that it is able to offer a comprehensive insurance, risk management and response solution for organisations and businesses entrusted with the...
Sep 15, 2024
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Western Australian Premier supports inquiry into death of 24/7 gym user
Following calls for an inquiry from the family of Giuliano Pirone, aged 33, who died recently having collapsed at a Perth 24/7 gym, Western Australian Premier Roger Cook said he...
Sep 15, 2024
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MidCoast Council’s unsupervised outdoor pools to open for swim season
MidCoast Council’s outdoor pools will be opening for the swim season on 5th October 2024 with Council advising there will be a number of changes to the way Nabiac, Krambach,...
Sep 15, 2024
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