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Aquatic industry delivers $9 billion in economic, health and social benefits to Australia

Aquatic industry delivers $9 billion in economic, health and social benefits to Australia
August 10, 2021

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16th June 2021 - Hunter Region’s premier aquatic facility gets official reopening

11th June 2021 - National Aquatic Industry Committee advises on conditions for swim teachers, lifeguards and instructors affected by Victoria’s lockdowns

3rd June 2021 - Victorian lockdown impacts the aquatic industry

13th May 2021 - Western Australian aquatic facilities recognised for commitment to saving water

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13th September 2020 - Royal Life Saving survey suggests that swim school enrolments fell by 30% in August

24th July 2021 - Life Saving bodies urge Australians to take action to end drowning on World Drowning Prevention Day

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4th December 2020 - PwC report predicts Australian gaming and esports market to grow by 7% a year


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