News: Safety
Queensland Budget will include $4.8 million for new SwimStart program
Queensland’s upcoming state budget will include $4.8 million over two years for a new SwimStart program to provide greater access to swimming lessons for children aged from 0 to...
May 28, 2023
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Ukraine War among events reported to impact planning of Christchurch cycle ways
A report to Christchurch City Council has noted that the planning of four major cycle routes are being significantly impacted by inflation delays, unexpected ground conditions...
May 26, 2023
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Carlile Swimming sold to ASX-listed investment house Washington H. Soul Pattinson
Sydney-based swim school operator Carlile Swimming is reported to have been sold to ASX-listed Washington H. Soul Pattinson and Company Limited (WHSP) for a sum believed to be...
May 25, 2023
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Sydney's Bayside Council criticises outgoing contractor as it takes back management of Angelo Anestis Aquatic Centre
Set to take on the direct management of its Angelo Anestis Aquatic Centre in the southern suburb of Bexley North, Sydney's Bayside Council has taken the unusual move of issuing...
May 25, 2023
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VMA launches Venue Safety and Security education program
The Venue Management Association (VMA) has announced the launch of an education program aimed at improving safety and security in venues safe. Described as “an important step in...
May 25, 2023
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Uninet Enclosure Systems awarded five-year contract to provide stinger nets at Cairns’ beaches
Cairns Regional Council has awarded a five-year contract to Cairns-based Uninet Enclosure Systems to provide stinger nets at local beaches. Uninet, a financially independent...
May 25, 2023
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European Commission to restrict use of rubber infill in synthetic sport pitches
A decision by a European Union committee to restrict microplastics introduced intentionally to many products is set to have a significant impact on the use of recycled rubber...
May 24, 2023
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Griffith City Council secures $1.5 million to enhance walking and cycling experiences
Griffith City Council has secured a $1.5 million grant from the Get NSW Active program by Transport for NSW to construct a new shared pathway along Mackay Avenue, linking Blumer...
May 24, 2023
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30th Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress attracts record 554 attendees and shares inspiration, innovation and knowledge
The Venue Management Association (Asia and Pacific) completed its 2023 Asia-Pacific Venue Industry Congress hosted over three days from 21st to 23rd May at Centrepiece,...
May 24, 2023
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Australian Swim Schools Association highlights consistency as key to maintaining children's aquatic skills
As the temperature drops and winter approaches, the Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) is urging parents and caregivers to recognise the importance of consistent...
May 23, 2023
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SafeWork NSW inspectors head to snowfields ahead of 2023 ski season
With early snow falling across the alpine regions, workplace safety inspectors have arrived on the slopes of NSW snowfields to ensure workers and visitors alike enjoy the ski...
May 23, 2023
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Former rock climbing coach sentenced to 13 year jail term over multiple sexual abuse offences
Stephen Mitchell, a former national rock climbing coach, has been sentenced to more than 13 years in prison for sexual offences against six girls. Having been convicted of seven...
May 22, 2023
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Court sentences man behind arson attacks on rival Melbourne jumping castle operators to 11-year jail term
Melbourne party hire and jumping castle business owner James Balcombe has been jailed for 11 years as a result of arson attacks that he instigated on rival businesses. Having...
May 18, 2023
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AUSTSWIM to hold its 'Soak it Up' International Conference ‘Reimagined’ 2023 on the Gold Coast
AUSTSWIM’s ‘Soak It Up’ International Conference ‘Reimagined’ 2023 promises to deliver a premier event for swimming and water safety education in Australia This is AUSTSWIM’s...
May 18, 2023
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SAPIA announces new code of practice for playgrounds for surfacing systems
The Sports and Play Industry Association (SAPIA) has launched a new edition of its Code of Practice for the Installation and Maintenance of Impact Attenuating Surfacing Systems...
May 18, 2023
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ARI NSW announces leadership change with Marco Blanco named new Chair
The Aquatic and Recreation Institute (ARI) NSW has announced that Matt Griffiths will be stepping down from his role as Chairperson, making way for the incoming Chair, Marco...
May 18, 2023
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Sea World team conduct specialised training to prepare for whale strandings and entanglements
As part of ongoing specialist training to coincide with the annual Humpback Whale migration period, the Sea World team has recently been conducting whale rescue exercises. The...
May 18, 2023
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Forum highlights that collaboration is key to saving lives in South East Queensland
Convened by Royal Life Saving and hosted by City of Gold Coast, a two day water safety forum held on 15th and 16th May brought together senior leaders from across government,...
May 18, 2023
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Melbourne & Olympic Parks complete critical maintenance work on heritage-listed AIA Centre
Melbourne & Olympic Parks recently completed critical post-tensioning maintenance work on the AIA Centre to reinforce the building's stability by tightening 26 vertical tie down...
May 15, 2023
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NSW campaign continues promotion of positive sideline behaviour for grassroots sport this winter
The Shoosh for Kids campaign is again underway in NSW promoting positive sideline behaviour for grassroots sport this winter. The campaign is being held across NSW throughout...
May 15, 2023
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BASSINTHEGRASS to offer enhanced wellbeing and accessibility measures
The Northern Territory’s biggest music festival, BASSINTHEGRASS, being held this coming weekend, will be delivering a range of wellbeing and accessibility initiatives. There...
May 15, 2023
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BECSys offers innovation in monitoring and control of swimming pool alkalinity
Offering a state-of-the-art way to control total alkalinity within an aquatic centre, the BECSys Alkalinity Meter offers technology that can be monitored and controlled,...
May 15, 2023
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Works at Perth’s HBF Arena to include new amenities and family leisure pool refurbishment
HBF Arena in the northern Perth suburb of Joondalup is set to benefit from the construction of a new $950,000 amenities facility while its family leisure pool is about to...
May 14, 2023
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Wollongong city Council temporarily closes Helensburgh Mountain Bike Park following asbestos concerns
Wollongong city Council has temporarily closed Helensburgh Mountain Bike Park as a precautionary measure to allow for further investigation into possible asbestos in the makeup...
May 13, 2023
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