Do Your Homework at our FREE Seminar Series for 2011

Presented in a 'How To' format, hear from the experts to ensure that you are armed with all the right information when planning and purchasing your new pool or spa. The seminar theatre is situated on the floor of the expo and all sessions are included in your show entry price.

Featured Speakers:

Tomorrow's Pool - Jamie Loft (4Blue) 

( Saturday 21 May 2.00 pm/ Sunday 22 May 1.00 pm) 

Jamie Loft  is founder and director of 4Blue, landscape architecture and pool design firm based on the Sunshine Coast and established in 2006 when Jamie saw a local need for smart pool design & construction married with innovative landscape architecture.

Beginning his carreer with renowned Melbourne based company Out from the Blue who were the first company in Australia to combine landscape architecture and pool design; he has risen to become one of Australia's most respected and awarded pool design & technology experts with projects featured in prominent national and international media.

In this session Jamie will demonstrate how modern pools are much more than just for swimming.

Poolscape Design - Will Marcus (ARGO Projects)

(Saturday 21 May 11.00 am/ Sunday 22 May 3.00 pm)

Will is Managing Director and principle architect at ARGO Projects Pty Ltd. Established in 1983 they have established offices in Kuala Lumpur, Dortmund (Germany) and Brisbane. ARGO specialises in Aquatic Architecture including Olympic facilities, aquatic centres, water parks and residential pools. Innovators in pool design and new technology, Will has designed over 2,200 pools and pioneered salt water chlorination, push button pool blanket technology and beach entry pool edging now used in most resorts.

In this session he will reveal the practical installation issues to be considered and the secrets to optimizing your outdoor living space.  

Kids Alive - Laurie Lawrence (Saturday 21 May - 10.00am) 

Olympic and World Champion swim coach Laurie Lawrence will be presenting his Kids Alive - Do the Five programme.

This is a must attend session for all parents with young children as Laurie takes us through the important steps to help ensure the safety of children in and around water.

Seminar Sessions at Pool Spa & Outdoor Living Expo

Saturday 21 May

 

10.00 am              Kids Alive – Do the Five! - Laurie Lawrence 

                               Drowning is the greatest cause of accidental death in children under five in Australia.
                               In 1988 to combat drowning, Laurie Lawrence created the Kids Alive- Do the Five water
                               safety program and will present an overview in this sessions.

11.00 am              Poolscape Design-ARGO Architects & Des Newport Consulting Engineers

                               The practical issues you need to consider before installing your new pool and how to
                               optimize your external living space.

12.00 noon         Buying the Right Spa to Suit Your Lifestyle! - Spa Industries

                               A guide to purchasing spas in Australia. What are your options, how to choose the right
                               spa for your use and Australian standards & safety regulations.

1.00 pm                Solar Pool Heating Natures Way - Sunbather

                               How solar pool heating works, the effectiveness of solar heating, cost and
                               environmental benefits.

2.00 pm                Tomorrow's Pool – 4Blue

                               From designing the pool to sorting through the minefield of options available, for
                               your pool. Let internationally renowned swimming pool designer Jamie Loft clear
                               away the mud and arm you with information to make educated decisions about your
                               next investment in your backyard.

3.00 pm                Heating for Energy Efficient pools & Spas– Solar Splash

                               How the lastest solar and other new heating technology can dramatically reduce your
                               energy and water costs. 
4.00 pm                Pool Fencing, New Designs and Regulations – The Pool Fence People

                               An overview of new pool fence designs and fencing regulations which impact on all
                               new and existing pools. Includes practical examples of avoidable and common non
                               compliance issues.

 

Sunday 22 May

 

10.00 am              The Benefits of Glass Mosaic Tile Finishes – Bisazza

                               The features and benefits of glass mosaic tiles for your new pool or pool renovation.

11.00 am              The Benefits of Fibreglass and Ceramic Composite Pools– Poolworld
                               "Concrete or Fibreglass".  When it comes to choosing the right pool for your family
                                this is a fork in the road. This presentation will shed light on the advantages and
                                disadvantages of both construction types to help make this decision easier.

12.00 noon          Buying the Right Spa to Suit Your Lifestyle! – Spa Industries

                               A guide to purchasing spas in Australia. What are your options, how to choose the right
                               spa for your use and Australian standards & safety regulations.

1.00 pm                Tomorrow's Pool – 4Blue

                               From designing the pool to sorting through the minefield of options available, for your
                               pool. Let internationally renowned swimming pool designer Jamie Loft clear away the
                               mud and arm you with information to make educated decisions about your next
                               investment in your backyard.

2.00 pm                Solar Pool Heating Natures Way - Sunbather

                               How solar pool heating works, the effectiveness of solar heating, cost and
                               environmental benefits.

3.00 pm                Poolscape Design-ARGO Architects &Des Newport Consulting Engineers

                               The practical issues you need to consider before installing your new pool and how to
                               optimize your external living space.

4.00 pm                Pool Fencing, New Designs and Regulations – The Pool Fence People

                               This session will provide an overview of pool safety and new pool fencing regulations 
                               which will impact on all new and existing pools. Includes practical examples of
                               avoidable and common non compliance issues.

4.30 pm                Door Prizes- Winners draw!

 

Programme may be subject to change