Last chance for input — Code of Conduct for local councils
29 November, 2017Monday, 4 December is the last day for comment on the new Code of Conduct requirements for NSW councillors and council staff. The Office of Local Government issued a draft of the new code in October, under which 1500 councillors and 50,000 staff will be made to meet with strict new requirements.
WA investigation into childhood drownings
27 November, 2017 | Supplied by: SPASA Western AustraliaThe Western Australian Ombudsman has tabled his report in parliament investigating ways to prevent or reduce deaths of children by drowning, according to the latest SPASA WA member bulletin.
Government wants small businesses to digitise
24 November, 2017The Turnbull government has established a Small Business Digital Taskforce, to be headed by entrepreneur Mark Bouris AM, with an aim to ensure more Australian small businesses can thrive in an increasingly digital economy.
Qld Pool Safety Inspectors' CPD Technical Forum
23 November, 2017 | Supplied by: SPASA AustraliaQueensland Pool Safety Inspectors (PSIs) can have their say at the next PSI Technical Forum and Regional Sector Group meeting on 29 November 2017.
Last call for papers — 2018 SPLASH! Pool & Spa Trade Show
22 November, 2017There's just one week to go, with the FINAL deadline for paper submissions for the 2018 SPLASH! event being Thursday, 30 November.
SPASA Australia releases 2018 training calendar
21 November, 2017 | Supplied by: SPASA AustraliaWith SPASA Australia's new Certification & Accreditation Program now in place, there's never been a better time to invest in education and training. SPASA Australia has released its training calendar for 2018 — read on to find out what's on in your state.
Free Pools and Spas Guide offer for SPASA Australia members
21 November, 2017 | Supplied by: SPASA AustraliaSPASA Australia members can secure a copy of the Pools and Spas Guide from SAI Global, which provides an overview of the standards, certification schemes, regulatory requirements and other industry-specific information relevant to those working in the public and private pool and spa industry.
'Builder' scams family out of $4000
17 November, 2017These are the guys that give the industry a bad name. A Perth woman who responded to an advertisement flogging backyard upgrades was scammed out of $4000 and left with an unusable pool and outdoor space, according to the Nine Network and news.com.au. The pictures tell the sad tale.
Locals vote 'yes' to keep pools open
16 November, 2017Around 80,000 Sydney residents participated in a recent local government vote to determine public sentiment on the future of five ageing pools falling under the care of Cumberland Council. 75% of voters signalled support for continued operations at five swim centres in Auburn, Granville, Guildford, Merrylands and Wentworthville.
Statewide swimming pool audit for South Australia
15 November, 2017The Australian Leisure Facilities Association says that Recreation SA is currently carrying out a statewide swimming pool audit focused on public facilities, thanks to funding secured via the ORS Community Recreation and Sport Facilities program.
For resource-stretched council, it's pool fences versus cladding
14 November, 2017Victoria's City of Moreland council is in danger of falling behind in pool safety checks as it devotes resources to external cladding inspections, according to a recent article in the Herald Sun.
Inaugural SPASA Leadership Convention: take-home tips from our three speakers
13 November, 2017 | Supplied by: SPASA AustraliaAt SPASA's inaugural Leadership Convention, the three keynote speakers — Michael McQueen, Dr Jason Fox and Alisa Camplin OAM — shared their strategies for success, encouraging attendees to look at the big picture and plan for future growth within their businesses.
AstralPool Australia/Fluidra merges with Zodiac
06 November, 2017 | Supplied by: AstralPoolFluidra and Zodiac Pool Solutions have announced a merger, expected to close in the first half of 2018. Fluidra will maintain global headquarters in Barcelona, Spain, and North American headquarters in San Diego, CA. The merged company will keep Fluidra's name and operate in more than 45 countries, including Australia.
What's your business exit strategy?
02 November, 2017 | Supplied by: SPASA VictoriaIf you're a SPASA Vic member and you can't answer that question, you may want to get along to the association's AGM on 8 November and listen to guest speaker Greg Johnson, Principal Consultant of Ascend Business Partners.
LATICRETE welcomes new technical sales rep
01 November, 2017 | Supplied by: LATICRETE Pty LtdLATICRETE Australia has announced the appointment of Glenn Mannix as its new technical sales representative. He'll be working with the company's NSW customers, alongside Joe Tabone and Craig Hunter.
