News: Safety

World Aquatics welcomes WHA resolution on drowning prevention

Following confirmation that the 76th World Health Assembly of the World Health Organization (WHO) has this week adopted a comprehensive drowning prevention resolution, World Aquatics has…

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Jun 3, 2023 Aquatics / Education / Safety / Sport /

 
 

World Health Assembly adopts first ever resolution on drowning prevention

In a significant move to enhance global aquatic safety, the 76th World Health Assembly (WHA) has this week adopted its first ever resolution on drowning prevention - requesting governments…

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Jun 2, 2023 ByNigel Benton Aquatics / Education / Safety /

 
 

Research explores mortality risk among surfers and bodyboarders

A new study into the mortality risk for surfers and bodyboarders in Australia has offered valuable insight. Led by Surf Life Saving Australia, the UNSW Beach Safety Research Group and…

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Jun 2, 2023 Aquatics / Education / Recreation / Safety /

 
 

Victoria Police urge snow visitors to be well prepared

With thousands of visitors having had their trip to the snow disrupted last year due to inadequate planning, and with Victoria’s snow season officially commencing next week,…

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May 31, 2023 Recreation / Safety / Sport / Tourism /

 
 

Pilates Australasian Alliance calls for regulations for minimum training and qualifications for teaching

Amid a rise in popularity of the activity, the Pilates Australasian Alliance (PAA) is advocating for regulations to be introduced to mandate minimum training and qualifications before…

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May 30, 2023 Education / Fitness / Safety / Wellness /

 
 

Hutt City Council’s Huia Pool offers new Sensory Hour

Hutt City Council has announced that it is offering a new Sensory Hour at its Huia Pool - offering a aquatic experience with dimmed lights and reduced noise. Hutt City Pools was…

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May 30, 2023 Access / Aquatics / Recreation / Safety /

 
 

Queensland Budget will include $4.8 million for new SwimStart program

Queensland’s upcoming state budget will include $4.8 million over two years for a new SwimStart program to provide greater access to swimming lessons for children aged from 0…

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May 29, 2023 Aquatics / Education / Finance / Safety /

 
 

Ukraine War among events reported to impact planning of Christchurch cycle ways

A report to Christchurch City Council has noted that the planning of four major cycle routes are being significantly impacted by inflation delays, unexpected ground conditions and…

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May 27, 2023 Design / Finance / Recreation / Safety /

 
 

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