ACCC won't oppose Zodiac and Fluidra deal
24 April, 2018Following the recent clearance granted in New Zealand, Australia's competition watchdog has announced it will not oppose the Zodiac/Fluidra merger.
Pool owners embrace April Pools Day safety campaign
24 April, 2018 | Supplied by: PoolwerxPool owners have been taking the opportunity to learn a life-saving skill, signing up for a free online CPR course.
SPLASH! Pool & Spa Trade Show
24 April, 2018 | Supplied by: SPASA AustraliaSPLASH! Pool & Spa Trade Show is on again from 1–2 August at the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre in Broadbeach.
World safety day to focus on young workers
19 April, 201828 April is World Day for Safety and Health at Work and Workers' Memorial Day.
Ongoing scrutiny for underpaying franchisees
18 April, 2018The Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) has imposed significant ongoing obligations on a swim school franchise network found to have underpaid staff for six years.
2018 Victorian Regional Pools conference
17 April, 2018The Aquatics & Recreation Victoria (ARV) Regional Pools Conference is on 9 and 10 May 2018.
Thinking of hiring?
12 April, 2018If you're thinking of hiring, you could do worse than consider the Youth Jobs PaTH program.
Australia leads the world in water efficiency labelling
10 April, 2018Australia is set to spearhead an international effort to help consumers choose water-efficient products.
People management made easy
09 April, 2018SPASA members now have access to valuable telephone and email advice on all HR, safety and workers compensation matters.
2018 WAHC registrations open
06 April, 2018Registration is officially open for the 2018 World Aquatic Health Conference (WAHC) being held in Charleston, South Carolina, USA, 10–12 October.
Help shape the pool and spa industry
04 April, 2018 | Supplied by: SPASA AustraliaSPASA Australia is encouraging industry members to get involved in a review of national pool and spa industry qualifications.
Model WHS laws under review
03 April, 2018Safe Work Australia wants to know how the model work health and safety (WHS) laws are working in practice.
Free toolkit for business recycling
29 March, 2018Planet Ark is releasing a free essential guide for businesses to better manage waste.
Fluidra acquisition approved in NZ
28 March, 2018The New Zealand Commerce Commission has granted clearance for Rhône Capital to acquire Fluidra.
SPASA Awards — time is running out
27 March, 2018 | Supplied by: SPASA AustraliaIf you haven't submitted your nomination for the 2018 SPASA Awards of Excellence as yet, it's time get moving.
