News: Safety
Perth Fringe performers suffer abuse, threats and sexual harassment
Performers at Perth's Fringe festival have taken to social media to share troubling experiences of a growing tide of antisocial behaviour towards them. One drag performer in the...
Feb 2, 2016
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Anti-Zika virus measures backed by IOC as outbreak declared global health emergency
International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach has given his backing to measures being taken to combat the mosquito-borne Zika virus. Last Friday, the IOC issued...
Feb 1, 2016
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Aflex inflatable waterpark launched at Fijian resort
Nelson-based Aflex Technology has added another impressive inflatable waterpark to its list of international clients, launching their custom-built obstacle course for Plantation...
Feb 1, 2016
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Victims of Taiwan waterpark explosion demand new investigation
Victims of a Taiwan waterpark explosion that killed 15 and injured hundreds have urged prosecutors to open a new inquiry into the accident, criticising the indictment of just...
Feb 1, 2016
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Competition launched to find Best Playground in Australia
The Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA) has launched a national competition, Australia’s Best Playground, to recognise well-designed public play spaces such as...
Jan 31, 2016
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1,250 take part in Wellington ocean swim event
New Zealand Ocean Swim Series participants Liam Albery and Emma Robinson were crowned as the male and female winners at the weekend’s 3.3 kilometre Capital Classic swim in...
Jan 31, 2016
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Essendon fined $200,000 after pleading guilty to WorkSafe charges over supplements program
The embattled Essendon Football Club has been fined $200,000 in the Melbourne Magistrates Court for its reckless and secretive drug and supplements regime. Charged by WorkSafe...
Jan 28, 2016
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Life saving leaders recognised by Australia Day honours
Leading life saving executives and volunteers were recognised in the annual Australia Day Awards announced this week. Former Royal Life Saving Society Western Australia Chief...
Jan 27, 2016
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WorkSafe WA advises on inflatable water slide safety
WorkSafe WA is initiating a project on occupational safety and health issues relating to landborne aquatic inflatables. With a growing number of inflatable waterparks operating...
Jan 27, 2016
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New software aids in the management of school based swimming lessons
Software provider GreeneDesk has announced the upcoming release of their latest software module which is designed specifically for the management of school based swimming...
Jan 26, 2016
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59 drown in waterways since start of December
Figures released by Royal Life Saving Society – Australia at the end of last week show that 59 people have been the victims of fatal drowning since the start of December in...
Jan 24, 2016
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Queensland wins at the Australian Pool Life Saving Championships 2016
Queensland’s team has replaced long time winners NSW to win the overall title at the Australian Pool Life Saving Championships. Competing on home ground at the Gold Coast...
Jan 21, 2016
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AALARA to stage 2016 conference at Luna Park Sydney
For the first time in 15 years, the Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) will be staging its annual conference in Sydney. To be held at Luna Park...
Jan 21, 2016
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Tourists leap into the sea as excursion boat catches fire
Over 50 international tourists had to leap into choppy seas more than a kilometre offshore when a tour boat burst into flames in a mystery fire off the coast of New Zealand’s...
Jan 20, 2016
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Auckland mother starts campaign for more shade at playgrounds
An Auckland mother's petition for more calling for councils to install shade covers at playgrounds has struck a chord with parents, achieving over 1,000 signatures in just over...
Jan 19, 2016
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Smart Digital Australia appointed Australian distributor for Huawei Blowers
Smart Digital Australia has been appointed the Australian distributor for Huawei Air Blowers. Based in the Chinese city of Guangzhou, Huawei is the largest manufacturer of air...
Jan 17, 2016
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Coroner releases findings into competitor death at Australian Surf Life Saving Championships
Junior surf lifesavers competing in future surf life saving championship events should be made to wear helmets and lifejackets, a coroner has said at the inquest into the 2012...
Jan 17, 2016
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Asian travellers seek new experiences
A high proportion of Asian tourists are seeking new travel experiences this year with one in five (20%) saying they would be looking for adventure tourism experiences, according...
Jan 16, 2016
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Threat to visitors to Indonesia as terrorists hit Jakarta
Terrorist attacks in Jakarta yesterday (14th January 2015) are likely to have an impact on tourism to Indonesia, including the popular holiday destination of Bali. The attacks,...
Jan 14, 2016
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Aquatics industry to celebrate 40 years of VICSWIM
Victoria’s largest community based learn to swim and water safety program, VICSWIM, will be celebrating its 40th birthday with a celebratory event at the Maribyrnong Aquatic...
Jan 14, 2016
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Australian Trampoline Park Association links with world trampoline body
The International Association of Trampoline Parks (IATP) has announced that it has established links with the Australian Trampoline Park Association (ATPA) which will see ATPA...
Jan 13, 2016
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International success and multiple installations for Clip ‘n Climb through 2015
Having enjoyed a successful 2015, The Highgate Group, innovators and developers of Clip ‘n Climb recreational climbing facilities, is looking to continue new installations...
Jan 10, 2016
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Summernats 29 declared an ‘outstanding success’
Summernats co-owner Andy Lopez has declared this year's meet an "amazing" success, with the event’s 29th edition attracting an estimated crowd of 100,000 people. Held from 7th...
Jan 8, 2016
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Drownings lead to Surf Life Saving SA call for surf education in schools
The tragic drowning of two boys at Adelaide’s Glenelg beach has led to Surf Life Saving South Australia to call for schools to introduce ocean safety lessons. While explaining...
Jan 8, 2016
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