News: Safety

Majority of children end swimming lessons classes before they’re safe in water

Three out of four children quit swimming classes by age eight, long before they have learned skills that could save their lives, according to a new report that says learning to swim…

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Mar 24, 2018 Aquatics / Education / Safety /

 
 

Security breach demonstrates vulnerability of Sydney Royal Easter Show

A 21 year old man, dubbed a 'paparazzo wannabe' by mainstream media, has exposed security flaws at the Sydney Royal Easter Show. Security on the first day of the annual Show,…

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Mar 24, 2018 Attractions / Events / Safety / Security / Venues /

 
 

Family announces plan to sue Banyule City Council and Belgravia Leisure over WaterMarc drowning

The family of a man drowned at the WaterMarc facility in Melbourne’s northern suburbs in 2014 are reported to have launched legal action against Banyule City Council and facility…

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Mar 24, 2018 Aquatics / Legal / Safety /

 
 

Gerard Lighting Group illuminates Melbourne’s South Belgrave Oval

Gerard Lighting Group has shared its experience in introducing an innovative lighting technology, never-before used on a community sports oval, which will save 70% on energy bills and…

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Mar 22, 2018 Safety / Sport / Technology / Venues /

 
 

New Zealand aquatic conferences combine

Organisations with aquatic industry roles in New Zealand have agreed to combine the New Zealand Recreation Association's JAWS (Just Add Water Seminar), the AUSTSWIM Aotearoa Conference…

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Mar 21, 2018 Aquatics / Education / Recreation / Safety /

 
 

Royal Life Saving WA promotes family fun at remote Burringurrah pool

The pool catering for the remote Aboriginal community of Burringurrah came to life on Sunday for its annual family fun day. As Pool Manager Mel Warren explains “Burringurrah has…

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Mar 21, 2018 Aquatics / Education / Events / Safety /

 
 

Mount Everest clean-up aims to remove airlift 100 tonnes of waste

A clean-up campaign has begun at Mount Everest, aiming to airlift 100 tonnes of rubbish left behind by the tourists and climbers who visit the world's highest mountain. On its first…

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Mar 19, 2018 Environment / Recreation / Safety / Tourism /

 
 

Football body releases portable goalpost safety reminder

In advance of the 2018 season, Football NSW has issued a reminder to clubs, associations, coaches, officials, committee members, volunteers and parents of the importance of anchoring,…

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Mar 19, 2018 Recreation / Safety / Sport /

 
 

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