News: Safety
Inquest evidence causing ‘irretrievable’ damage to Dreamworld’s reputation
Damning evidence at the Coronial inquest into the October 2016 fatalities on Dreamworld’s former Thunder River Rapids ride is causing “irretrievable" damage to the Gold…
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Laurie Lawrence introduces Olympian’s child to swimming lessons in Adelaide
Commonwealth and Olympic Games breaststroke swimmer Sally Hunter has introduced her six-month old baby boy Theo to swimming lessons at the South Australia Aquatic and Leisure Centre…
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Adverse weather causes cancellation of international ice hockey game at Westpac Stadium
The international ice hockey match between the USA and Canada due to be staged today at Westpac Stadium in Wellington has been cancelled. Event organisers cited "health and safety…
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AUSTSWIM awards excellence in aquatic education in NSW
Champions of the NSW aquatic industry have been recognised by AUSTSWIM at a recent awards ceremony in Sydney. Former Olympian Elka Whalan was the Master of Ceremonies for just under 200…
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Victims’ family ‘devastated and horrified’ by evidence at Dreamworld inquest
The family of two of the victims from the Dreamworld tragedy say the death of their loved ones have "throttled" them and they hold the theme park completely responsible. Kate…
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Research shows penetration of WSNZ’s Swim Reaper water safety campaign
New research by Water Safety New Zealand (WSNZ) shows that its Swim Reaper water safety campaign appears to be changing attitudes and behaviour. First launched over the summer of 2016/17,…
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Alcohol researchers report rise in domestic violence on State of Origin nights
Alcohol researchers are calling on the NRL to acknowledge and address a "crystal clear" link between State of Origin nights and domestic violence in NSW. A report by La Trobe…
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New advisory service to optimise drone use at venues and events
Paul Sergeant Events (PSE) and Secure Events and Assets (SEAA) have announced a partnership with the Institute for Drone Technology (IfDT) to provide a one-stop advisory, training and…
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