News: Safety
Survey reveals LGBTQ+ staff lack resources and support for safe work travel
Coinciding with Pride Month, a recent Opinium survey of 500 Australian business travellers highlights the need to focus on the information available to LGBTQ+ business...
Jun 18, 2023
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Wellness
Australian Sports Commission releases guidelines for transgender athletes in high-performance
Reminding governing bodies of their commitment to promoting a 'spirit of inclusion' and the need to abide by Australian law, the Australian Sports Commission (ASC) has released...
Jun 15, 2023
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Aquatics
UniSA research suggests extended recovery times may be needed following sports concussion
University of South Australia sports experts are suggesting extended recovery times may be needed for youth athletes suffering from head trauma as new research shows a...
Jun 15, 2023
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Wellness
Lifeguard services and sport venue accessibility among initiatives prioritised in Gold Coast budget
Gold Coast City Council has prioritised a number of safety initiatives in its 2023/34 budget including increased funding for lifeguard services and improved access to the city’s...
Jun 14, 2023
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Venues
Sport Integrity Australia launches its Safety in Sport Division
Sport Integrity Australia has today launched its Safety in Sport Division aimed at helping to address discrimination, abuse and mistreatment across all levels of Australian...
Jun 14, 2023
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Wellness
New Zealand innovation to take centre stage at Special Olympics World Games
Inflatable bocce courts developed in New Zealand will grace the stage of the world’s largest inclusive sporting event this month when they are used at the Special Olympics World...
Jun 13, 2023
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Safety
Ropes and Thrills Rotorua looks to secure funding
A four-level high-ropes course and adventure hub planned for a site next to Rotorua’s Waipā Mountain Bike park is currently seeking investment in order to be built. Entrepreneur...
Jun 12, 2023
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Environment
Hume City Council advises of death at Broadmeadows Aquatic and Leisure Centre
Hume City Council has advised that a patron at the Broadmeadows Aquatic and Leisure Centre died on this morning (Saturday 10th June). The Council released a press advisory...
Jun 9, 2023
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Aquatics
Man accused of filming children in cubicles at Perth’s Craigie Leisure Centre
A man who allegedly indecently recorded at least five boys under the age of 13 at an aquatic and recreation centre in Perth’s northern suburbs will face court on Friday over a...
Jun 9, 2023
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Security
New Standards Australia guidance presents new approach to risk management in sport and recreation
Representing a paradigm shift in risk management for sport and recreation, promoting a nuanced approach that values both safety and the inherent benefits of risk-taking in these...
Jun 9, 2023
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Recreation
Maroondah Council Swim program supports young people from diverse backgrounds
Maroondah Council is partnering with the Migrant Information Centre to deliver a learn to swim program for young people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CaLD)...
Jun 9, 2023
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Aquatics
Australian Sports Commission develops free training for community sport officials
The Australian Sports Commission has been working closely with national sporting organisations to modernise the officiating profession and is developing free world-class...
Jun 8, 2023
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Education
Discovery Climbing Walls’ installations tap into sport’s popularity since Olympic debut
With sport climbing launched into the spotlight since its Olympic debut in 2020, the activity has boomed in popularity among Australian youth, being not only challenging...
Jun 8, 2023
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Recreation
Record number of Sydneysiders opt for cycling
An increase in the expansion of cycling infrastructure throughout the city, has seen a record number of Sydneysiders choosing to cycle into the city, with recorded bike trips in...
Jun 7, 2023
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Fitness
Life Saving Victoria urges winter boaters and fishers to remain vigilant
Boaters and fishers are being reminded by Life Saving Victoria (LSV) of their risk of drowning during the month of June, as one in five fatal drownings during this month in the...
Jun 5, 2023
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Aquatics
Macau to again welcome FIA motorsport events
International Automobile Federation (FIA)-sanctioned races will return to Macau’s Guia street circuit for the first time since 2019 following the signing of a new hosting deal....
Jun 5, 2023
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Venues
Wellington one of 10 cities worldwide to secure BICI grant for accelerating delivery of transformative cycling projects
Wellington’s innovative bike network has gained global recognition, $650,000 in prize money, and a place on the prestigious Bloomberg Initiative for Cycling Infrastructure...
Jun 4, 2023
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Environment
Kids Alive spread water safety messages through new song collection
To coincide with the winter months when swimming lesson attendance drops by an average 20%, Kids Alive – Do the Five has launched a new collection of water safety songs and...
Jun 4, 2023
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Aquatics
World Aquatics welcomes WHA resolution on drowning prevention
Following confirmation that the 76th World Health Assembly of the World Health Organization (WHO) has this week adopted a comprehensive drowning prevention resolution, World...
Jun 2, 2023
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Aquatics
World Health Assembly adopts first ever resolution on drowning prevention
In a significant move to enhance global aquatic safety, the 76th World Health Assembly (WHA) has this week adopted its first ever resolution on drowning prevention - requesting...
Jun 2, 2023
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Aquatics
Research explores mortality risk among surfers and bodyboarders
A new study into the mortality risk for surfers and bodyboarders in Australia has offered valuable insight. Led by Surf Life Saving Australia, the UNSW Beach Safety Research...
Jun 1, 2023
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Aquatics
Victoria Police urge snow visitors to be well prepared
With thousands of visitors having had their trip to the snow disrupted last year due to inadequate planning, and with Victoria’s snow season officially commencing next week,...
May 30, 2023
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Recreation
Pilates Australasian Alliance calls for regulations for minimum training and qualifications for teaching
Amid a rise in popularity of the activity, the Pilates Australasian Alliance (PAA) is advocating for regulations to be introduced to mandate minimum training and qualifications...
May 29, 2023
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Fitness
Hutt City Council’s Huia Pool offers new Sensory Hour
Hutt City Council has announced that it is offering a new Sensory Hour at its Huia Pool - offering a aquatic experience with dimmed lights and reduced noise. Hutt City Pools was...
May 29, 2023
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Aquatics