News: Safety
Court clears Warner Bros. Movie World of wrongdoing over ‘scalping’ injury on Looney Tunes Carousel
Gold Coast theme park Warner Bros. Movie World has been cleared of any wrongdoing in relations to an incident on a carousel ride that left a 12-year-old boy with severe head...
May 21, 2025
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Sunshine Coast Council spotlights actions to protect coastline and communities
Sunshine Coast Council has advised that construction is soon to commence on a vital project to protect a popular foreshore and to make enhance beach access for everyone to enjoy...
May 21, 2025
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Attractions Academy’s Shaun McKeogh receives IAAPA Service Award
Audit, risk and compliance auditor Shaun McKeogh has been acknowledged by the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) with the 2024/25 IAAPA Service...
May 20, 2025
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Oak Park Sports and Aquatic Centre and Coburg Leisure Centre maintain Quality Business Accreditation with AUSactive
Active Merri-bek’s Oak Park Sports and Aquatic Centre and Coburg Leisure Centre have maintained their Quality Business Accreditation with AUSactive - reinforcing their strong...
May 20, 2025
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Scuba Diver safety claims resurface with Perth Diving Academy facing new allegations
A Perth-based dive company already under investigation for allegedly leaving two scuba divers stranded at sea is facing fresh allegations, as other divers and witnesses come...
May 20, 2025
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Sunshine Coast and Gympie Rugby League matches impacted by abusive behaviour towards referees
Early rounds of matches in 2025 the Sunshine Coast and Gympie Rugby League (SCGRL) season have been impacted by threats of physical violence and verbal abuse aimed at referees...
May 20, 2025
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Life Saving Victoria calls for industry-wide action to address violence in aquatic facilities
Growing instances of violence at aquatic and recreation facilities has prompted Life Saving Victoria (LSV) to undertake a comprehensive Risk Treatment Plan to address this...
May 19, 2025
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Additional extension granted for South Australia’s Aerial Shark Patrols
Fixed wing shark patrols of South Australia's beaches were due to end next weekend, on Sunday 25th May, however unseasonably warm weather and an increase in shark sightings at...
May 19, 2025
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Renovated Albany Surf Life Saving Club Wave reopens with enhanced water safety operations
The Albany Surf Life Saving Club at Middleton Beach has reopened following a $3.3 million renovation with work supported by $2.8 million in funding from the WA Government. The...
May 19, 2025
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Outdoors NSW & ACT calls for urgent government intervention following TAFE NSW decision to remove roping qualifications
While TAFE NSW’s Strategic Plan (2022–2025) clearly outlines its obligation to align training with skills demand and to collaborate with industry, its decision to permanently...
May 18, 2025
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Masters swimming skills development program boosts confidence and ability
A Masters adult swim development program funded by an Australian Sports Commission (ASC) Play Well Participation Grant saw 64 adult novice swimmers from across Australia taking...
May 16, 2025
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AALARA and Australasian Leisure Management announce new partnership
The 2025 Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) annual conference on the Gold Coast this week has seen the announcement of a new publication...
May 16, 2025
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Accesso Technology announces acquisition of online waiver and risk management data technology firm 1RISK
The Accesso Technology Group, a leading technology provider for attractions around the world, has announced its acquisition of the technology assets of 1RISK, a provider of...
May 14, 2025
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Indian Premier League fixtures to resume on 17th May
Following a week-long suspension due to heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) is to resume on Saturday 17th May with the...
May 13, 2025
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Coast Entertainment’s Greg Yong tells AALARA 2025 conference how safety and differentiation have transformed Dreamworld
Greg Yong, new elected President of the Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) and Coast Entertainment Holdings Group Chief Executive, has today told...
May 13, 2025
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AIMS International expands attractions industry safety education into Asia-Pacific
Amusement Industry Manufacturers & Suppliers (AIMS) International, a global leader in safety education for the attraction industry has expanded into the Asia-Pacific market with...
May 12, 2025
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Belgravia Leisure contributes to ABC discussion on aggression in aquatic and recreation centres
The ABC 7.30 program which aired on 6th May investigating the recent increase in aggression and harassment towards staff at aquatic and recreation centres across Australia,...
May 11, 2025
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Teenager makes alleged attempt to enter AFL match at Marvel Stadium with knife and fake gun
Victoria Police have halted an alleged attempt by a 15-year-old male to enter Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium armed with ‘small’ knife and fake gun during this afternoon’s the...
May 10, 2025
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IPL suspended amid rising India-Pakistan tension
Cricket’s Indian Premier League (IPL) has been suspended for one week amid growing security tensions between India and Pakistan. The announcement was made today by the Board of...
May 9, 2025
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Restoration and protection works continue for Gold Coast beaches
Following the impact of Tropical Cyclone Alfred, beach restoration and protection works are continuing for Surfers Paradise with the installation of geoboxes into the dunes near...
May 5, 2025
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New stand at Stadium Taranaki gets official reopening with gym to be added
New Plymouth’s Stadium Taranaki has received its official reopening with the staging of a community open day on Saturday (4th May). Unveiling the completed redevelopment the...
May 5, 2025
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Felton Industries launches new solar-lit sheltered seating
Felton Industries, Australia’s leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of premium Australian-made aluminium outdoor furniture is expanding its innovative customisation...
May 5, 2025
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Gold Coast Aquatic Centres reach 100% compliance under the Royal Life Saving Society’s Platinum Pools Program
Marking a significant achievement in aquatic facility safety in Queensland, all eight of the Gold Coast City Council aquatic centres have reached 100% compliance under the Royal...
May 4, 2025
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AUSactive Chief Executive Barrie Elvish to take part in the Vinnes CEO Sleepout
In a call to action for the exercise and active health industry, Barrie Elvish - in one of his final acts as Chief Executive of AUSactive – is spotlighting homelessness in...
May 2, 2025
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