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Southwest Seminar Strengthens WA’s Aquatic Workforce

LIWA Aquatics’ annual Southwest Aquatic Recreation Seminar was held on 15 October in Margaret River, proudly hosted by the Shire of Augusta Margaret River. The event was officially opened by Shire CEO Andrea Selvey, whose warm welcome set the tone for a day focused on collaboration, professional growth, and community support across Western Australia’s aquatic and recreation network.

Tue 28 Oct 2025

LIWA Aquatics AGM Reflects on a Year of Transition and Growth

LIWA Aquatics held its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, 22 October 2024, welcoming members both in person and online to reflect on a year marked by transition, challenge, and progress.

Tue 28 Oct 2025

Celebrating Sarahjayne Westberg’s 11 Years of Service to LIWA

LIWA Aquatics proudly celebrates and thanks Sarahjayne (SJ) Westberg for her remarkable 11 years of service on the LIWA Board — a period defined by leadership, innovation, and unwavering commitment to the aquatic industry.

Tue 28 Oct 2025

Bravery Awards Highlight Aquatic Industry Heroes

LIWA Aquatics proudly congratulates the aquatic industry professionals and community members recognised at this year’s Royal Life Saving WA Bravery Awards, held on Friday, 17 October at the State Reception Centre, Kings Park.

Tue 28 Oct 2025

Celebrating Watch Around Water Facilities of the Year

At the 2025 WA Aquatic Recreation Industry Awards, LIWA Aquatics was proud to recognise two outstanding facilities that have gone above and beyond in promoting child safety through the Watch Around Water program. This award acknowledges facilities that demonstrate leadership in reinforcing active supervision, embedding water safety messaging, and engaging their communities to create safer aquatic environments for young children.

Wed 15 Oct 2025

Industry Insights Shine in Toodyay

Proudly sponsored by Pool Robotics Perth, the Wheatbelt Regional Seminar held at the Toodyay Recreation Centre on the 8th October reached full capacity, with 30 delegates and four trade exhibitors in attendance.

Tue 14 Oct 2025

John “Simmo” Simmonds Honoured with LIWA Aquatics Life Membership

At this week’s Regional Seminar John ‘Simmo’ Simmonds was presented with his Life Membership award of LIWA Aquatics — becoming just the twelfth person to receive this prestigious honour in the organisation’s 55-year history.

Thu 09 Oct 2025

Claremont Aquatic Centre Wins 2025 Sustainability Award

LIWA Aquatics is proud to announce Claremont Aquatic Centre, Town of Claremont, as the winner of the 2025 WA Aquatic Recreation Industry (ARI) Sustainability Award.

Mon 06 Oct 2025

Shaping a Future-Ready Workforce with Pool Robotics Perth

The Leisure Institute of Western Australia (Aquatics) is proud to announce a new partnership with Pool Robotics Perth, who have come on board as our Principal Professional Development Sponsor for the next 12 months.

Thu 25 Sep 2025

The Watchful Eye of Goldfields Oasis: Miriam Ohuma Takes Top Lifeguard Honours

At the 2025 WA Aquatic Recreation Industry Awards, proudly sponsored by Lynxlight, LIWA Aquatics is delighted to recognise Miriam Ohuma from the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder’s Goldfields Oasis Recreation Centre as the Pool Lifeguard of the Year.

Mon 22 Sep 2025

Keeping Pools Running and Communities Swimming – Maddie McGrinder Takes Top Honours

The Leisure Institute of Western Australia (Aquatics) is proud to announce Maddilyn (Maddie) McGrinder from the Eneabba Aquatic Centre, Shire of Carnamah, as the 2025 Aquatic Technical Operator of the Year.

Tue 16 Sep 2025

Emerging Leader of the Year – 2025 WA Aquatic Recreation Industry Awards

The Leisure Institute of Western Australia (Aquatics) is proud to announce Cyrus Milne of WaterPonyz Swim School as the winner of the Emerging Leader of the Year Award at the 2025 WA Aquatic Recreation Industry Awards.

Mon 08 Sep 2025

Double Victory for Wanneroo Aquamotion at the 2025 WA Aquatic Recreation Industry Awards

Wanneroo Aquamotion, operated by the City of Wanneroo, has achieved a remarkable feat at the 2025 WA Aquatic Recreation Industry Awards, taking home two major honours—Swim School of the Year (sponsored by Perfectgym Solutions) and the Aquatic Facility Safety Award.

Tue 02 Sep 2025

Helen Harris Crowned Swim Teacher of the Year at the 2025 WA Aquatic Recreation Industry Awards

The Leisure Institute of Western Australia (Aquatics) is proud to announce Helen Harris from Aqualife Swim School, Town of Victoria Park as the winner of the prestigious Swim Teacher of the Year award at the 2025 WA Aquatic Recreation Industry Awards.

Thu 28 Aug 2025

Reporting Now Open for the 2025 Waterwise Aquatic Centre Program

Reporting for the 2025 Waterwise Aquatic Centre Program is now officially open, giving facilities across Western Australia the opportunity to maintain their endorsement or apply for higher levels of recognition in water efficiency.

Sat 23 Aug 2025

Wendy Cole Honoured with 2025 Smith Robertson Award

The Leisure Institute of Western Australia (Aquatics) is proud to announce Wendy Cole as the recipient of the 2025 Smith Robertson Award, one of LIWA Aquatics’ highest honours.

Mon 11 Aug 2025

Surprises, Cheers, and Standing Ovations at 2025 WA Aquatic Recreation Industry Awards

The WA aquatic and recreation community turned out in force last night, with more than 270 guests filling the Perth Conference and Exhibition Centre Ballroom for the 2025 WA Aquatic Recreation Industry (ARI) Awards Dinner.

Fri 08 Aug 2025

LeisureFit Booragoon Showcases World-Class Redevelopment

LIWA Aquatics was proud to join industry professionals from across Western Australia for a behind-the-scenes look at the newly refurbished LeisureFit Booragoon, hosted by the City of Melville. The Technical Tour and Presentation provided a valuable opportunity for attendees to explore the $11.5 million transformation of one of the state’s most iconic community aquatic facilities.

Fri 06 Jun 2025

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