News: Safety
Victorian bathing icon refurbished
The $6 million restoration project of the Geelong Eastern Beach Bathing complex has been completed. The restoration, which involved the reconstruction of the seawalls and pool...
Sep 16, 2013
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Man dies at Penrith music festival
A man has died of a suspected drug overdo while 87 revellers were arrested at the Defqon.1 music festival in Western Sydney last night (Saturday 14th September). The man...
Sep 15, 2013
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Showtime for showbags following inspection
Consumer Affairs Victoria (CSV) inspectors have given the thumbs up to more than 2,500 showbag items available at the 2013 Royal Melbourne Show. Victorian Minister for Consumer...
Sep 12, 2013
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Event Security International Training Program
Crowd management specialist Limited Risk has teamed up with Secure Events and Assets (SEAA) in Australia to develop The Event Security International Training Program. Due for...
Sep 11, 2013
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Comment invited on new draft Playground Standards
Standards Australia has announced the release of the draft Playground Standard AS 4685 Parts 1 to 6 for public comment. The draft, an update on current standards which go back...
Sep 9, 2013
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CLM Auckland Lifeguard team wins Auckland Regional Lifeguard Competition
A CLM Auckland Lifeguard team were the recent winners of the Auckland Regional Lifeguard Competition. The team, made up of Kirk Olsen and Luisa Denton from Massey Park Pool...
Sep 8, 2013
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Sightseeing boats endanger whales
Growing numbers of sightseeing boats are endangering both themselves and the safety of the whales they are watching during the current migration season. Sea World Director of...
Sep 7, 2013
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Swim Australia launches new video newsletter
Learn-to-swim and water safety authority Swim Australia has advanced its communication channels with the launch of its very first video newsletter. The SwimTV UPDATE will be...
Sep 5, 2013
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Smartphone app an important new tool for beach safety
West Australians will have an important new tool to provide updates on sharks and other beach hazards with the launch of Surf Life Saving WA's (SLSWA) Beachsafe smartphone app....
Sep 3, 2013
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Christchurch City Council agrees Town Hall restoration
Christchurch City Council has unanimously agreed that the city's Town Hall venue should be fully restored, with construction expected to begin in 2014. The Council has also...
Sep 1, 2013
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Swim Australia partners with Nubian to improve swim school water quality
Mindful that effective water quality management a key priority for swimming pool operators, Nubian Water Systems has partnered with Swim Australian to improve pool water...
Aug 31, 2013
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Aflex and The Cartoon Network bring aquatic fun to the Bahamas
New Zealand-based aquatic inflatables manufacturer Aflex Technology has linked with the Cartoon Network to bring their Adventure Time characters to life in the Cartoon Network...
Aug 30, 2013
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First cabin re-attached Melbourne's Star observation wheel
More than four years after its closure, and more than 18 months after reconstruction of began, the Melbourne Star observation wheel has this week had the first of its 21 cabins...
Aug 30, 2013
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4th Annual Resort Development and Hospitality conference to focus on sustainable resort developments
Being held next week at the Sheraton Sanya Haitang Bay Resort on the Chinese resort island of Hainan, the fourth Annual Resort Development and Hospitality conference will see...
Aug 30, 2013
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Recreation SA Aquatic and Recreation Conference looks to the west
South Australia's upcoming 2013 Recreation SA Aquatic and Recreation Conference is looking west for its inspiration, with major presentations set to be delivered by leading...
Aug 27, 2013
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Christchurch's redeveloped Isaac Theatre Royal to host International Film Festival?
The Isaac Theatre Royal in central Christchurch could be the new home for the New Zealand International Film Festival from next year. The speculation, reported by Fairfax media,...
Aug 27, 2013
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Countdown to International Water Safety and Aquatic Education Conference in Queenstown
A first time coming together of Australasia's leading water safety organisations AUSTSWIM (Australasian Council for the Teaching of Swimming and Water Safety) and Water Safety...
Aug 23, 2013
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International Quadratics' achievements recognised with twin awards
Aquatic industry chemical manufacturer and commercial equipment supplier International Quadratics has received two prestigious industry awards. The first of the awards was...
Aug 23, 2013
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Japan fireworks festival explosion death toll reaches three
A 35-year-old man died on Monday from severe injuries following explosions at a summer fireworks festival last Thursday near Kyoto, raising the death toll to three. Earlier on...
Aug 22, 2013
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Westpac Stadium cleared to host Saturday's Bledisloe Cup Test
Wellington's Westpac Stadium has passed safety tests and will host Saturday's Rugby Championship tie between the All Blacks and Australia. The venue, which was closed as a...
Aug 22, 2013
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Splash pad amendments included in new Western Australia Code of Practice for Aquatic Facilities
The latest Western Australia Code of Practice for the Design, Construction, Operation, Management & Maintenance of Aquatic Facilities includes expanded information on water...
Aug 21, 2013
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Two of Australian Reptile Park's 23 stolen reptiles recovered
The Australian Reptile Park has advised that two Solomon Island Skinks, stolen from the Park on the night of 14th July, have been recovered by NSW Police and returned to the...
Aug 19, 2013
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Aquatics & Recreation Victoria conference to chart an evolving industry
The upcoming 2013 Aquatics and Recreation Victoria annual conference will bring together a diverse and knowledgeable group of industry decision makers. To be held at the Royce...
Aug 19, 2013
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Wellington earthquake threatens second Bledisloe Cup test at Westpac Stadium
The second Bledisloe Cup match between New Zealand and Australia on Saturday could be moved to another venue due to safety concerns relating to Friday's earthquake in...
Aug 19, 2013
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