News: Safety
Surf Life Saving NSW’s education program goes virtual for the first time
Surf Life Saving NSW’s flagship education program - Beach to Bush - is going virtual this week for the first time, exposing nearly 9,000 primary school students to crucial beach...
Nov 30, 2021
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First day of summer marks National Water Safety Day
With today - 1st December - marking the beginning of summer, National Water Safety Day is bringing together political leaders and peak water safety authorities Surf Life Saving...
Nov 30, 2021
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Post lockdown swimming lesson campaign launched by the Y Victoria
With the closure of swimming pools and sports facilities during the pandemic having drastically limited access to swimming lessons, the Y Victoria has launched 'Destination...
Nov 30, 2021
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Global survey will assess contribution of surfers in beach rescues
The UNSW Beach Safety Research Group has today launched The Global Surfer Survey , a project designed to find out more about surfers – their role in beach rescues as well as the...
Nov 29, 2021
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World Health Organization warns of risks of Omicron COVID-19 variant
The World Health Organization (WHO) has warned that the Omicron Coronavirus variant is likely to spread internationally, posing a "very high" risk of infection surges that could...
Nov 29, 2021
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Insurance Council report says $30 billion needed to protect coastal communities
Local, state and federal governments will need to invest $30 billion in large-scale coastal protection and adaptation over the next 50 years, according to a report from the...
Nov 29, 2021
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Royal Life Saving Society moves to appoint two independent directors
Royal Life Saving Society - Australia is seeking to appoint two independent directors to join its board to contribute to the effective and strategic governance of the national...
Nov 29, 2021
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Excellence recognised at New Zealand’s 2021 Entertainment Venue Awards
The Entertainment Venues Association of New Zealand (EVANZ) has advised of the winners of the 2021 edition of its annual Entertainment Venue Awards. Taking place online last...
Nov 29, 2021
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Shots fired at Western Sydney gym
Following a series of gangland shootings in Western Sydney in recent months - widely reported in mainstream media - a gym in the suburb of Prospect has today been sprayed with...
Nov 29, 2021
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Health, smart cities and resilient workplaces will inform Australia’s success in living with COVID
An expert panel convened by the Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA) and sponsored by GSK Australia has highlighted that re-evaluating our approach to the way...
Nov 28, 2021
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World Athletics publishes study into online abuse of athletes at the Tokyo Olympics
In line with its commitment to making athletics a safe and welcoming environment for participation, World Athletics has published the findings of a study conducted during the...
Nov 28, 2021
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Queenstown residents encouraged to support local hospitality venues on New Year’s Eve
In light of Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) Council having decided not to proceed with the annual NYE fireworks and music performances on Queenstown and Wānaka...
Nov 28, 2021
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Joint operation underway to assist Byron Bay hospitality industry with 'schoolies surge'
A joint operation between SafeWork NSW, Liquor & Gaming NSW and NSW Police is under way to help hospitality businesses prepare for the influx of young people and the potential...
Nov 27, 2021
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Flood waters inundate Molong Olympic Pool
Days of heavy rains in western NSW have today seen the Molong Olympic Pool and much of the central west region town inundated with flood waters As catchment areas are drenched...
Nov 26, 2021
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New Zealand moves to reopen borders to vaccinated visitors from New Year
The New Zealand Government has announced it will reopen its borders to vaccinated visitors in the New Year, for the first time since the country’s snap closure in the first...
Nov 24, 2021
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Merlin Entertainments supports ‘Stop it at the Start’ campaign to help eliminate violence against women
This International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (25th November) Merlin Entertainments is lending its support to the ‘Stop it at the Start’ campaign, aimed...
Nov 24, 2021
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AlphaFit releases new line of Australian-made plate loaded strength equipment
Commercial gym equipment manufacturer AlphaFit has released its new Core Smith Machines, an innovative and multi-functional range of plate loaded strength equipment. Featuring a...
Nov 24, 2021
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Council and staff succeed in reducing flood impact at Forbes Olympic Pool
With flood conditions having impacted parts of the NSW central west over the past 10 days, LSA Venues and Forbes Shire Council team members have successfully battled to hold...
Nov 24, 2021
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Greater Shepparton Council invites community opinion on future of women only swimming
After a forced hiatus due to COVID restrictions, Greater Shepparton City Council has announced that Women Only Swimming will return to its Aquamoves aquatic centre from 5.30pm...
Nov 24, 2021
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Roof repairs at Mandurah Aquatic and Recreation Centre to cost more than $2 million and close pool for more than a year
The City of Mandurah has revealed it could take 16 months and $2.5 million to repair the damaged roof structure over the 25 metre indoor pool at the Mandurah Aquatic and...
Nov 24, 2021
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New Treetops Adventure attraction opens at Sydney’s St Ives Showgrounds
Australia’s newest Treetops Adventure ropes course attraction has opened at St Ives Showgrounds in Sydney’s north. Located on the southern border of the Ku-ring-gai National...
Nov 22, 2021
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Belgravia Group’s Jump! Swim Schools brands opens new franchises
Making the most of rising demands for swimming lessons, Jump! Swim Schools has advised that it is opening four new sites in November with new locations at Mernda West, Noble...
Nov 22, 2021
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Queensland Government roundtable focuses on improving women’s safety in licensed venues
The Queensland Government has focused on women’s safety at Queensland’s licenced venues with stakeholders from the hospitality and entertainment industry, community groups and...
Nov 22, 2021
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Uncertainty over status of Chinese tennis star set to impact major sporting events
Uncertainty surrounding the whereabouts and wellbeing of Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai is impacting international sport with the potential that the Women’s Tennis Association...
Nov 22, 2021
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