News: Safety
Australian Government provides funding for beach safety
With the start of summer heralding the peak usage of Australia’s beaches, the Federal Government is bolstering surf lifesavers ability to save lives. The Federal Government will...
Dec 10, 2014
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Worksafe report reveals Australia Zoo handler 'over excited' tiger before attack
An Australia Zoo animal handler who was mauled by a 120 kilogram tiger had deliberately excited the animal to put on a better show, according to a report from Workplace Health...
Dec 9, 2014
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Researchers alarmed by high toxin levels in Townsville playgrounds
Researchers from Macquarie University have detected elevated levels of toxic lead, nickel and arsenic on children's play equipment in the north Queensland city of Townsville....
Dec 8, 2014
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Surf Life Saving Australia turns Parliament House red and yellow
The Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter has helped turn Canberra's Parliament House red and yellow for a day at the Parliamentary Friends of Surf Life Saving Quarterly Update....
Dec 4, 2014
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Tennis Australia alters Australian Open extreme heat policy
The organisers of the Australian Open have made significant changes to the 'extreme heat policy' for the 2015 tournament. With long-range weather forecasts predicting another...
Dec 3, 2014
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Outback Splash accident leaves child with reported skull fracture
Part of the Outback Splash! children's aquatic playground at The Maze Family Fun Park in Perth has been closed after a weekend incident in which a young boy suffered serious...
Dec 3, 2014
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Phil Hughes tragedy highlights need for medical emergency plans
In the wake of the death of cricketer Phil Hughes, Sports Medicine Australia Chief Executive Nello Marino gives his view on sporting safety. In March this year, the Australian...
Dec 3, 2014
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Etihad Stadium offers refuge to Melbourne fire evacuees
Best known for hosting sport and entertainment, Melbourne’s Etihad Stadium has seen its name up in lights for its willingness to help out a big group of people who found...
Dec 2, 2014
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YMCA Swimathon launches on International Day of People with Disability
The YMCA will today launch its 2015 Swimathon program - coinciding with United Nations International Day of People with Disability. Each year the YMCA Swimathon encourages...
Dec 2, 2014
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Report shows older Australians at risk of open water drowning
Dramatic new research released by Royal Life Saving Society - Australia highlights the significant and growing issue of drowning in older people in Australia. The Report, the...
Dec 1, 2014
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Surf Life Saving WA says beach drowning numbers unacceptable
The number of people drowning off Western Australian beaches is unacceptable, according to Surf Life Saving WA (SLSWA). In its 2013/14 Coastal Safety Report SLSWA has revealed...
Nov 30, 2014
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Weightlifting coach banned for attempted trafficking of steroids
Drug Free Sport New Zealand has welcomed the six-year ban from all sport handed down to a weightlifting coach who admitted offering steroids to an up-and-coming young athlete....
Nov 30, 2014
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Professional Lifeguards advocate safety first at Australian beaches
With the commencement of the Australian summer, and beach visitations set to increase, the Australian Professional Ocean Lifeguard Association (APOLA) is reminding all those...
Nov 30, 2014
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Western Australian sea lions infected with high rate of Giardia
While outbreaks of cryptosporidiosis and giardia continue to close aquatic facilities across Australia, new research shows that a high proportion of Western Australia's sea lion...
Nov 27, 2014
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Supplier Directory Profile: Ceramic Solutions
Ceramic Solutions excels in the supply and installation of swimming pool tiles and equipment for the aquatic and recreation industry. The Melbourne-based business is widely...
Nov 27, 2014
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400 Australian swim schools unite to create a SwimSAFER nation
More than 400 Swim Australia registered Swim Schools are currently participating in EnergyAustralia SwimSAFER Week, which aims to increase watersafety awareness and reduce...
Nov 27, 2014
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CAMS reveals motor sport contributes $2.7 billion to the Australian economy
The Confederation of Australian Motor Sport (CAMS) believes that the sport deserves more support from Governments and the corporate sector as a result of an Ernst & Young report...
Nov 25, 2014
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Lander & Rogers introduces incident response service
Lawyers Lander & Rogers have introduced an Incident Response Service Hotline and iPhone App. Offered by Lander & Rogers Workplace Relations & Safety team to organisations around...
Nov 25, 2014
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GESAC receives Platinum Pool Award
Glen Eira Sports and Aquatic Centre (GESAC) has been awarded Life Saving Victoria’s prized Platinum Pool award – becoming the first Victorian aquatic facility to achieve this...
Nov 24, 2014
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Rally Australia organiser recognised as world’s top motor sport official
Rally Australia Chief Sporting Organiser Adrian Stafford has won the world’s top award for motor sport officials, the Federation Internationale de l’Automobile’s Outstanding...
Nov 23, 2014
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Frankston waterslide due to reopen
The AquaSphere waterslide at Frankston’s Peninsula Aquatic Recreational Centre (PARC) is expected to reopen within weeks. As a result of minor injuries sustained by two staff...
Nov 21, 2014
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NSW to ban smoking in National Parks
The NSW Government is to ban smoking in the State’s National Parks. Making the announcement, NSW Environment Minister Rob Stokes said the ban would diminish the risk of...
Nov 20, 2014
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World first for Buller Ski Lifts
Buller Ski Lifts (BSL) has become the first ski area operator in the world to achieve the ‘ISO Certifications Trinity’. After being awarded ISO 14001 for adherence to...
Nov 20, 2014
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AALARA to stage crisis and incident management seminars
The Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) is to stage a series of seminars on crisis and incident management. The summer 2014 seminars, in Brisbane...
Nov 16, 2014
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