Whitlam Leisure Centre has launched AI-powered drowning detection technology, strengthening swimmer safety at one of Liverpool’s key community aquatic venues.
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News & Events
Stay informed about the latest happenings across Belgravia Leisure’s multiple sectors, including tourism and holiday parks, spa and wellness, aquatics, sports and leisure, and health and wellbeing. Our team is committed to providing top-quality services and programs to improve the wellbeing of communities across Australia and New Zealand. On this page, news stories and event announcements showcase our dedication to innovation, sustainability, inclusion, and community engagement.
When seconds count: Belgravia Leisure’s Victorian lifeguards put life-saving skills to the test
When an emergency unfolds at a public pool, lifeguards have moments to assess the situation, make decisions and act. To help prepare for those critical moments, teams from Yawa Aquatic Centre,
From learn-to-swim at Albany Creek to US Pan Pacific Swimming Championships
James Leigh, swim teacher, lifeguard and rising swim star Albany Creek Leisure Centre is representing New Zealand at the 2026 Pan Pacific Swimming Championships in the United States from 12-15
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Meet the team driving the next chapter of Active Merri-bek
Belgravia Leisure is proud to be leading the next chapter of Active Merri-bek, celebrating the dedicated team members who help create welcoming, inclusive and community-focused leisure experiences
Travelling with pets? Bpro expands 22 pet-friendly stays across Australia and New Zealand
Families and travellers planning a holiday with their pets now have more options than ever, with Belgravia Pro (Bpro) expanding its pet-friendly accommodation offering across Australia and New
Stromlo Leisure Centre works with Australian Red Cross to support all-female swim sessions for refugees
Having arrived in Australia from Afghanistan as refugees to rebuild their lives, friends Azifa, Afra and Zahra needed a safe space to build water confidence and feel connected to their community. In
WaterMarc’s Boccia program recognised as state finalist for inclusive recreation
WaterMarc’s Boccia Program has been named a finalist for Active Recreation or Leisure Initiative of the Year at the 2026 Victorian Disability Sport and Recreation Awards. Delivered by the WaterMarc
Meet Nicole, recognised for community water safety at SWELL Palmerston
Keeping communities safe around water comes naturally to Nicole Burge, a lifeguard at SWELL Palmerston who’s been recognised by Royal Life Saving Society Northern Territory (NT) with an ‘Outstanding
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How nearly 5,000 people took a step towards better wellbeing in just two weeks
The end of financial year is about spreadsheets, receipts and tax returns. Across Belgravia Leisure communities, it also became an opportunity to swap a little screen time for more
The hidden loneliness of starting over: Carly Williams on relocation, motherhood and finding community
Moving somewhere new can be exciting, but it also often means rebuilding your support and social network from the ground up. For people who relocate for
Liverpool seniors stay active, safe and connected at Michael Wenden
The team at Michael Wenden Aquatic Leisure Centre have helped a dedicated group of over 20 members of the community in Liverpool aged 60 and over to build both critical lifesaving skills and
40 years, thousands of swimmers: Meet Karen, helping communities stay safe at SWIRL
As World Drowning Prevention Day approaches on 25 July, Smithton Wellbeing Indoor Recreation and Leisure Centre (SWIRL) Swim Teacher Karen Fisher is celebrating 40 years of helping north-west