Shaping the Future of Aquatic Facilities in Australia
Royal Life Saving Australia, on behalf of the National Aquatic Industry Committee, is thrilled to announce the National Aquatic Infrastructure Symposium 2025 – a key step in developing a national framework for aquatic facility infrastructure provisioning across Australia.
Australia’s public aquatic infrastructure is at a critical juncture. With over 40% of facilities nearing the end of their lifespan this decade, we must embrace innovative, equitable, and sustainable solutions to meet the needs of communities nationwide.
This two-day symposium, held in Melbourne in late March 2025, will unite senior industry leaders, architects, planners, policymakers, academics, and drowning prevention experts to co-develop a vision for the future of aquatic facilities – ensuring every community has access to a great local pool.
Key topics include:
- Addressing aging infrastructure and infrastructure gaps
- Investment and sustainability models
- Equitable access for regional and underserved communities
- Framework development for facility provisioning
Event Program
Event Details:
- Date: Thursday 27th and Friday 28th March, 2025.
- Time: 9:00am-5:00pm (AEDT).
- Location: Life Saving Victoria, 200 The Boulevard, Port Melbourne.
The Symposium objectives are to:
- Provide a forum for Industry, Government, education, private sector and academia to collaborate, discuss and investigate the issues and solutions surrounding the planning, delivery, operations and upkeep of Australian Aquatic Facilities.
- Present research, policy and practice that aim to provide insights and address the issues.
- Facilitate setting a collective agenda, developing action statements and working towards the development of a National Aquatic Infrastructure Framework
- Engage, collaborate and strengthen partnerships with key stakeholders
- Support the AWSS 2030 priority areas and key activities
Who should attend:
- Leading architects and consultants who work with the aquatic sector
- Industry executives and leadership, product managers
- Senior representatives of peak associations
- Senior government representatives with remit sport infrastructure planning and/or funding
- Leading academics with an interest in these topics
Registration details
There are a small number of spots available to attend this event, with a small registration fee to cover costs. If you're interested in attending we encourage you to register below:
https://events.humanitix.com/national-aquatic-infrastructure-symposium
Registration includes:
- All morning and afternoon teas and lunches during the program
- Free WiFi access throughout the venue
- A ticket to the networking social function on Day 1 - Thursday 27th March 2025 (RSVP is required for catering purposes and can be provided during the registration process)
- Certificate of participation (if required)
Registration | Registration Price | Details |
Two Day Registration | $349 | Includes registration for Thursday 27th (including social function) and Friday 28th March 2025. |
All rates quoted include GST and are in Australian dollars.
Cancellation Policy
Substitution:
- If your circumstances change and you can no longer attend the event, you are welcome to nominate a substitute to attend at no additional cost by Friday 21st March 2025
Cancellation:
- You are entitled to a refund if the cancellation is received on or before Friday 14th March 2025.
- However, refunds will be processed with a A$50 service charge applied per person of cancellation.
- Cancellations received after Friday 14th March 2025 are not eligible for refunds.
- Any cancellation or substitution requests should be made in writing and directed to info@rlssa.org.au
Venue
The Views, Life Saving Victoria, Melbourne
The Symposium is been held at The Views Functions and Events conference venue which is a division of Life Saving Victoria and located at the state office in Port Melbourne.
Address: The Views, Life Saving Victoria, 200 The Boulevard, Port Melbourne
The Views is a beachfront conference venue located 10 minutes from the Melbourne CBD and approximately 30 minutes from Melbourne Airport with easy access to the M1 freeway. A taxi or Uber should cost approximately $60.
The Melbourne Airport Skybus also operates regularly between Melbourne Airport and Southern Cross Station and tickets are approximately $20 for a one-way trip.
Parking: There is free parking onsite.
The main carpark is located behind and to the right of The Views. There is a second carpark to the left of The Views. Both carparks are accessed from The Boulevard.
Public Transport: You can reach The Views by Tram or Bus from the city centre (Collins St, Spencer St).
Tram - Catch the 109 Tram - Timetable click here
Bus - Catch the 236 Bus - Timetable click here
Accessibility: The venue provides both stair and lift access to the conference rooms.
Accommodation
There is a wide range of accommodation to suit all budgets and requirements within close proximity to the venue at The Views, Port Melbourne. As the Melbourne CBD is only 10 minutes away, there is plenty of choice. If you are using public transport to The Views please look at the timetable links on the venue page to assist you in selecting accommodation handy to the transport routes.
Here are some accommodation options to help you:
Pullman and Mercure Albert Park
Located near St Kilda and the Chapel St precincts, the Pullman & Mecure Melbourne Albert Park is an upscale hotel overlooking picturesque Albert Park Lake.
Address: 65 Queens Road, Melbourne 3004
Website: https://www.pullmanalbertpark.com.au/
Crest on Park Hotel Apartments
Located in the heart of St Kilda, Crest on Park offers affordable self-contained apartments and hotel style rooms.
Address: 46 Park Street, St Kilda West 3182
Website: http://crestonpark.com.au/
Rydges St Kilda
Located minutes from St Kilda Beach, Rydges St Kilda is a modern and comtemporary hotel with all the features and amenities that come with a boutique Melbourne hotel.
Address: 35-37 Fitzroy Street, St Kilda 3182
Website: https://www.rydges.com/accommodation/melbourne-vic/st-kilda/
Stay Central Port Melbourne - Nott St and Spacious Seaviews
Address: 52 Nott Street, Port Melbourne 3207 and 57 Bay Street, Port Melbourne 3207
Website: https://www.melbourne-corporate-apartments.com.au/
Note: Check for bookings for short-term stays
Supporters
Royal Life Saving Australia's drowning prevention research and activities are supported by the Australian Government.
Royal Life Saving Australia thanks the National Aquatic Industry Committee members for their support and contributions to this event.
This event is proudly supported by sponsors:
- Commercial Aquatics Australia (VIC)
- Myrtha Pools
- Lynxight
- Australasian Leisure Management.
The program has been supported by:
- Warren Green Consulting
- Warren and Mahoney Architects
- Smart Connections Consultancy
- Otium Planning Group
- Leisure Institute of Western Australia Aquatics (LIWA)
- International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities (IAKS) ANZ
