News: Safety
Report reveals 20% rise in drowning deaths in Victoria in 2016/17
The newly released Victorian Drowning Report for 2016/2017 shows 45 people (78% male, 12% female) lost their lives to drowning in Victoria during the 2016/17 financial year, a 20% increase…
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Main stand at New Plymouth’s Yarrow Stadium closed over earthquake concerns
The main stand at New Plymouth’s Yarrow Stadium has been closed after a report highlighted a number of concerns regarding earthquake safety. The New Plymouth District Council (NPDC)…
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Falls Creek partners with Specialized to support rider safety
Becoming as well known for its mountain biking in summer as for its winter snow sport, Falls Creek has introduced a new Bike Patrol service to respond to incidents, mountain wide, every…
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New south east Queensland Swim School to focus on infant swimming
A new family-run swimming facility in the south east Queensland suburb of Ormeau is meeting parents’ demands for infant learn-to-swim teaching. Opened on 25th November, JUMP! Swim…
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Warning over ‘ticking time bombs’ in handling and storing pool chemicals
As the peak summer swimming season looms, Australian Innovative Systems (AIS Water) Chief Executive Elena Gosse is calling for increased awareness about the dangers of handling and storing…
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Wildwire Wanaka launches world’s highest waterfall climb
Adventure tourism operator Wildwire Wanaka has launched the world’s highest waterfall climb at Wanaka’s Twin Falls. Located near the Treble Cone Ski Field, the challenging 450…
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ASSA representative to join United States Swim Schools Association’s Special Abilities Committee
As part of the Australian Swim Schools Association’s growing international links, the Association’s Events and Inclusion Manager, Emily McNeill, has been appointed to the…
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Water Safety New Zealand invests $1.66 million into water safety education
As the lead agency in the water safety sector Water Safety New Zealand (WSNZ) is tasked with delivering funding strategies to tackle the nation's drowning problem. New Zealand is…
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