Most people expect to see swimmers, learn-to-swim students or fitness enthusiasts at their local aquatic venue, not skydivers. But at Kaipātiki Hot Springs, the Skydive Auckland team took to the pool
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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.
Belgravia Leisure’s Scott Vanderheyden tops national leaderboard in Million Moves Challenge
Belgravia Leisure General Manager of Health and Safety, Scott Vanderheyden, has been crowned the 2026 national Million Moves Challenge champion, with his efforts helping the Belgravia Leisure team
Stromlo’s para-athletes excel on international stage
Three Paralympic swimmers from the Woden Valley Swimming Club (WVSC, also known as the Woden Sharks), from Belgravia Leisure’s ACT swim squad program at Stromlo Leisure Centre, Jasmine, Alex and Riley
Six conferences, one shared vision for the future
Six conferences, twelve days, 600 attendees and thousands of conversations. Held over the last two months, Belgravia Leisure’s biennial Get Connected Conferences brought leaders together to share
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Safety first: why successful venue transitions start long before day one
By Scott Vanderheyden, General Manager Health and Safety As Belgravia Leisure continues to grow, each new contract and venue transition present both an opportunity and a responsibility. While
What this active senior learned about falls prevention at Loftus
With falls in later life still a leading cause of injury-related hospitalisations and death in Australia, many Perth seniors are seeking out spaces to strengthen their health, wellbeing and
Nambour Aquatic Centre’s Brain Body Wellness transforms cognitive wellbeing
Dozens of people living with dementia, Parkinson’s disease and other neurological conditions are finding confidence, connection and improved wellbeing through Nambour Aquatic Centre’s Brain Body
Meet Nat, welcoming communities to the restored Glenorchy War Memorial Pool
The Glenorchy community are officially diving back into Glenorchy War Memorial Pool on October 1, following the completion of the venue’s $6.5m redevelopment. Leading the venue into its next chapter
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Women’s Golf Pathway clinic grows golf participation in Fremantle
More than 30 women have already taken up golf through the new Women’s Golf Pathway program at Fremantle Public Golf Course in partnership with Future Golf, supporting the growing demand for inclusive
Spring Park Golf Course showcases standout amateur golf talent in Victoria
Anticipation was high for the third annual Ivo Whitton / Susie Tolhurst Open Amateur at Spring Park Golf Course this month, with a strong field of amateur golf talent from across Victoria converging
Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa named Best Day Spa across Oceania and New Zealand
Rotorua’s iwi-owned wellness destination, Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa has been recognised on the global stage after winning both Oceania’s Best Day Spa and New Zealand’s Best Day Spa at the 2026
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When work became a lifeline: A candid story from MOVE’s Thomas Fletcher this mental health month
A program designed to improve the lives of participants has ended up improving the life of the swim teacher delivering it. During one of the most difficult periods of his