Royal Life Saving to stage symposium on future of aquatic facilities

As part of its ongoing work in advocating for aquatic facility infrastructure across the country, Royal Life Saving Society - Australia, on behalf of the National Aquatic Industry Committee, has announced the staging of the National Aquatic Infrastructure Symposium 2025.

Described as “a key step in developing a national framework for aquatic facility infrastructure provisioning across Australia”, Royal Life Saving note “Australia’s public aquatic infrastructure is at a critical juncture.

“With over 40% of facilities nearing the end of their lifespan this decade, we must embrace innovative, equitable, and sustainable solutions to meet the needs of communities nationwide.”

The two-day symposium, being held on Thursday 27th and Friday 28th March in Melbourne, aims to unite senior industry leaders, architects, planners, policymakers, academics, and drowning prevention experts to co-develop a vision for the future of aquatic facilities - ensuring every community has access to a great local pool.

Key topics include:

• Addressing aging infrastructure and infrastructure gaps

• Investment and sustainability models

• Equitable access for regional and underserved communities

• Framework development for facility provisioning

Attendance is by invitation only, with a small registration fee to cover costs.

Click here to complete an Expression of Interest (EOI) if interested in presenting or attending.

Click here for more information on the National Aquatic Infrastructure Symposium in the Australasian Leisure Management industry Calendar.

Image: The Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre.