News: Safety
Wandal Walking Network Plan endorsed for Rockhampton
Rockhampton Regional Council recently endorsed the Wandal Walking Network Plan developed in consultation with the Wandal community earlier this year. The Wandal Walking Network...
Sep 25, 2023
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Latrobe City Council completes lighting projects at five different sports sites
Latrobe City Council has unveiled upgrades to five different sports sites across the City with the upgrades aimed at creating opportunities for more people to get involved in...
Sep 25, 2023
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Venues
Lifesaving training saves a life at Hobart Aquatic Centre
The importance of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillators has been demonstrated by lifeguards at the Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre. Veteran underwater...
Sep 24, 2023
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Biggest funding commitment ever announced for Surf Life Saving NSW
The biggest funding commitment ever for Surf Life Saving NSW has been announced by the NSW Government - pledging an additional $23 million over four years to help keep NSW...
Sep 23, 2023
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Australian Swim Schools Association urges caution during extreme heat
The Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) has spotlighted that during heatwaves, the risk of drowning related to swimming and bathing surges by 28% compared to typical...
Sep 21, 2023
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Christchurch lifeguard secures 2023 Lifeguard of the Year award
Christchurch City Council advises that Jen Baen-Price has been awarded Lifeguard of the Year at the 2023 National Aquatics Awards. The award recognises Baen-Price’s 15 years of...
Sep 21, 2023
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True Sport program supported to enhance experiences on and off field in Western Australia
The Western Australian Government is investing $832,292 into the ‘True Sport’ initiative - a nation leading program delivered through SportWest - to support the sporting sector...
Sep 21, 2023
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Surf Life Saving Australia partnership with BRP rescue watercraft continues to keep beaches safe
Since 2009, Surf Life Saving Australia’s partnership with Bombardier Recreational Products (BRP) - manufacturer of Sea-Doo® personal watercraft - has made a difference to...
Sep 20, 2023
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Additional works will see extended closure of 50 metre pool at Cairns’ Tobruk Memorial Pool
Cairns Regional Council has advised that the 50 metre pool at Tobruk Memorial Pool will remain closed until the end of the year due to unexpected ongoing maintenance. Closed in...
Sep 19, 2023
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Victoria University and SIA educate sports sector on current integrity threats
The first ‘Managing Integrity in Sport’ course run in March 2022 by Sport Integrity Australia and Victoria University (VU) aimed to raise awareness and understanding of...
Sep 19, 2023
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City of Newcastle lifeguards prepare students for a safe summer
A free City of Newcastle Water Safety Education Program continues to equip thousands of local primary school students with skills for a safe summer. The Program is delivered to...
Sep 18, 2023
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Organisations to host community support session in Port Macquarie following Shark Incident
In response to the recent shark incident at Lighthouse Beach, organisations including NSW Department of Primary Industries (DPI), Bite Club, Surfing NSW, Surf Life Saving NSW...
Sep 17, 2023
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Environment
Latest National Drowning report reveals rise of deaths among older men
The 2023 National Drowning Report has revealed that men made up 77% of drowning deaths in the past year, with adults over 45 making up 57% of the total. Released by this week by...
Sep 14, 2023
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Moonee Valley and BlueFit agree public-private partnership for investment in Riverside Sport and Recreation Precinct
Moonee Valley City Council has announced that it has entered into a groundbreaking agreement which will see significant capital investment in the Riverside Sport and Recreation...
Sep 14, 2023
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Golf
Workplace Health and Safety Queensland advises of new Amusement Devices Code of Practice
Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) has advised of the approval of the commencement of the Amusement Devices Code of Practice 2023 as an approved code of practice...
Sep 14, 2023
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Christchurch City Council receives recognition for its Swimsafe programme
In recognition of its Swimsafe programme, Christchurch City Council’s Swim Education team have become the first organisation in New Zealand to achieve accreditation as a Water...
Sep 14, 2023
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New Walking and Cycling trail delivered in Melbourne's north
The Victorian Government has delivered the first two stages of the Yan Yean Pipe Track so that cyclists and pedestrians in Melbourne's north can enjoy improved and safer...
Sep 13, 2023
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Recreation
The Big Banana Fun Park to introduce Bumper Car attraction
Coffs Harbour landmark The Big Banana Fun Park has announced that its latest addition, an interactive Bumper Car attraction, will open before the end of the year. Featuring an...
Sep 12, 2023
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WorkSafe Tradies Surf Challenge returns to URBNSURF Melbourne
Surfing Victoria and WorkSafe Victoria have announced the return of the WorkSafe Tradies Surf Challenge to URBNSURF on 29th October 2023. Bringing together surfing tradies from...
Sep 11, 2023
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New lighting and outdoor gym among upgrades delivered for Sydney’s inner west Bay Run
Sydney’s inner west Bay Run has been transformed, with new lighting, new seating and recreational areas, an outdoor fitness hub, landscaping and widened pathways along parts of...
Sep 10, 2023
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WA Institute of Sport hit by mass board resignations
The ongoing impact of the 2022 Sport Integrity Australia report which found that the Western Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS) allowed women in its gymnastics program to be...
Sep 10, 2023
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Chlorine gas leak at Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre forces closure
Mandurah residents have been told that the city’s central area is safe after a chlorine gas leak forced the closure of the Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre this morning....
Sep 10, 2023
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Wilsons Promontory Boardwalk to be upgraded for accessibility
Popular Sealers Cove boardwalk in Wilsons Promontory National Park is to be upgraded giving visitors easier and safer access to the stunning golden beach at Sealers Cove. The...
Sep 10, 2023
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Parks
Countdown to 2023 South Australian Aquatics Conference and Awards
‘Healthier Workplaces. A Path to Success' is to be the theme of the upcoming 2023 South Australian Aquatics Conference and Awards for Excellence, being held at Adelaide’s St...
Sep 10, 2023
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