News: Safety
Ongoing research program shows benefits of early years swimming
Children who swim demonstrate more advanced cognitive and physical abilities than other children, according to groundbreaking research led by Griffith University. The findings...
Aug 13, 2013
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International Rally plans 2014 return to Showgrounds night spectacular
The International Rally of Queensland will seek to repeat its Showdown @ the Showgrounds opening night show in 2014 after a successful debut on the Sunshine Coast on Friday 12th...
Aug 12, 2013
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Opposition leader ups funding commitment to peak water safety agencies
Federal Opposition Leader Tony Abbott announced yesterday (Sunday 11th August) that a future Coalition government would up its financial commitment to Australia's peak water...
Aug 12, 2013
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Leisure benefits from Federal election funding commitments
The first week of Australia's Federal election campaign has seen the Federal Labor party make a number of funding commitments for leisure infrastructure, particularly in NSW....
Aug 11, 2013
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Police highlight need for parental awareness as Ekka opens at new look RNA Showgrounds
The Ekka opens today at the Royal National Association's Exhibition grounds with Police highlighting an initiative to identify lost children at Queensland's biggest annual...
Aug 8, 2013
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Rugby's link to early onset dementia is a 'game-changer'
A brain injuries expert has discovered what he believes to be the first confirmed case of early onset dementia caused by playing rugby. Dr Willie Stewart said the discovery...
Aug 4, 2013
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Sport NZ releases guidelines for aquatic flooring surfaces
Intending to identify the various swimming pool surfacing options available and to determine the steps developers need to follow to minimise the risk of surface failure, Sport...
Aug 1, 2013
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Portable pool brings swimming lessons to Hicks Bay
Hundreds of children and their families in Hicks Bay on the East Coast of New Zealand's North Island will no longer go without swimming lessons or need to travel to swim thanks...
Jul 31, 2013
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Aims to link Watch Around Water program with other anti-drowning initiatives
The Royal Life Saving Society WA (RLSSWA) is aiming to work with other anti-drowning initiatives targeting parents with young children, such as Keep Watch and Swim & Survive, to...
Jul 30, 2013
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YMCA Victoria announces training partnership with Life Saving Victoria
YMCA Victoria has announced a strategic partnership with Life Saving Victoria (LSV) to provide first response and pool safety qualifications. The training will incorporate CPR,...
Jul 27, 2013
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Jet boat attraction drivers to be charged over Dart River incident
An incident in which two jet boats collided on the Dart River near Glenorchy on 4th January 2013 has resulted in Maritime New Zealand laying charges against the two drivers...
Jul 26, 2013
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Wellington venues given post-earthquake all clear
Following the earthquake that hit New Zealand's capital on Sunday, Wellington City Council has completed checks on all of the venues in the Positively Wellington Venues...
Jul 25, 2013
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Leaking Adelaide Festival Centre roof forces concert relocation
International pianist Nikolai Demidenko's Monday night concert at the Adelaide Festival Centre was moved to a different theatre because of a leaky roof. Demidenko was to play in...
Jul 24, 2013
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YMCA swimming lessons: new name, same game
Retired Olympic swimming champion, Nicole Livingstone has officially launched the YMCA's rebranded swimming program, 'YMCA Swimming Lessons', at the organisation's recent...
Jul 23, 2013
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Northern Arena celebrates clean sweep of New Zealand Swim Teacher Awards
Auckland aquatic and fitness facility Northern Arena made a clean sweep of all the swim school and teacher awards at the recent New Zealand Swim Coaches and Teachers Association...
Jul 22, 2013
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Critical facilities event announced for Australia
National Media, organisers of the Southern Hemisphere's largest facilities event, Total Facilities Expo, have announced the launch of the Critical Facilities Conference and Expo...
Jul 21, 2013
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Richard O'Brien returns to Christchurch to back fundraising for Isaac Theatre Royal rebuild
Rocky Horror Show creator Richard O'Brien will return to the Christchurch stage for a unique one-off show 'The Tran in Black All Hallows Frock 'n' Roll Show' on Friday 1st...
Jul 18, 2013
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Australian Reptile Park offers reward for return of stolen reptiles
The Australian Reptile Park at Somersby on the NSW Central Coast is hoping a $10,000 reward will see the safe return of 23 stolen reptiles. The reptiles, including snakes,...
Jul 18, 2013
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Segway transport to boost Queensland tourism?
With Queensland set to allow the use of Segways on footpaths and bikeways, the Queensland Government has finalised safety measures ahead of their legalisation next month....
Jul 18, 2013
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Last chance to enter 2013 Australian Health and Fitness Quality Awards
Fitness Australia is reminding potential entrants that entries for its 2013 Health and Fitness Industry Quality Awards close next Monday (15th July). The Awards are presented...
Jul 11, 2013
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Christchurch's Cathedral Square reopens
Christchurch has taken another step towards recovery with the reopening of Cathedral Square. The iconic image of Christchurch was destroyed when the Christchurch Cathedral...
Jul 11, 2013
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More money for VACSWIM SA as its popularity continues to grow
The South Australian Government is to increase funding for the popular VACSWIM SA program which teaches water safety skills to young people aged between five and 18. Sports...
Jul 10, 2013
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Shrewd innovation on show with Les Mills SMARTSTEP
Following the launch of the Les Mills SMARTBAR weights system last year, the Les Mills SMART TECH line has delivered the SMARTSTEP - an advanced version of the classic step that...
Jul 8, 2013
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Study shows decreasing melanoma rates among under 40s in Queensland
New research shows rates of invasive melanoma have fallen significantly among Queenslanders aged under 40, bucking worldwide trends. The study, published by Cancer Council...
Jul 7, 2013
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