Industry experts appointed to HealthySwim Australia

August 3, 2020

HealthySwim Australia Chair, Ross Gage, has announced the appointment of Laurie Lawrence and Simon Reid as the first experts as voluntary members of to the HealthySwim Australia Board.

Making the announcement, Gage stated “the unique Laurie Lawrence brings an unmatched talent for advocacy - as evidenced by his huge success in promoting learning to swim and water safety.”

Welcoming his appointment, Lawrence advised “swimming is my life.

“Having been teaching swimming for over 50 years I know the value of warm clean water.

“Infant swimmers need to learn in high quality water, no, all swimmers need high quality water.”

With expertise in public health, specialising in global disease control, the appointment of Associate Professor Simon Reid from the University of Queensland to the board is seen as being especially timely.

Commenting on his involvement, Associate Professor Reid explained "HealthySwim Australia is a great initiative and I am honoured to serve on the Board in a voluntary basis.”

Further board members are expected to be confirmed next week.

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15th July 2020 - Latest Life Floor installation on display at Hills Swimming in Sydney

8th July 2020 - ASSA to stage virtual conference for swim schools

5th July 2020 - Swimming legend Laurie Lawrence says outgoing Australian head coach is ‘a w**ker’

4th July 2020 - Ross Gage steps down as ASSA Chief Executive

3rd July 2020 - Goulburn Swim School to close after 24 years in business

17th June 2020 - SwimDesk expands online software functionality for swim schools

9th June 2020 - Western Australian children return to swimming lessons

5th June 2020 - Approval of Industry Plan sets path for reopening of Queensland’s swimming pools and aquatic centres

28th May 2020 - ASCTA awards recognise swimming excellence

21st May 2020 - NSW Minister provides Public Health Order exemption for swim squad training

20th May 2020 - Royal Life Saving fears AIS reboot Framework fails to account for swimming and water safety programs

14th May 2020 - National Aquatic Industry Safety Committee endorses new risk management guidelines for swim schools and aquatic facilities

1st May 2020 - Royal Life Saving makes the case for the reopening of Australia’s aquatic centres and swim schools

30th March 2020 - Ross Gage transitions to new advisory role with ASSA

4th March 2019 - Laurie Lawrence’s online resource aims to improve swim teaching around the world

25th June 2018 - Laurie Lawrence introduces Olympian’s child to swimming lessons in Adelaide

18th October 2017 - Australian Swim Schools Association’s Ross Gage honoured with prestigious international award

10th August 2017 - Laurie Lawrence and Julie Zancanaro to be inducted into International Swimming Hall of Fame

7th December 2010 - Laurie Lawrence Shares tips for a Water-safe Summer

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