Send us a text It's been the domain of exclusive commercial pools, resorts and high end projects but not more. Acrylic is moving into the mainstream. Pool windows are the new cool. Join David in a conversation with an Acrylic manufacturer on the Sunshine Coast (QLD) where we cover the uses, the challenges and the opportunities for building beautiful and functional pools and spas using this magical material. For you free industry news updates and SPLASH! Magazine copy simply go to: https://www.sp...
Oct 26, 2021•24 min
Send us a text Join SPLASH! in an escape to Far North Queensland to see what is happening in the tropics. David and Luke spend time at a pool shop retail consumer event and also got into a conversation with Allan's Pool Shop owner, Tony Rodda. The weather is warm and the ocean is a dangerous place - the only place to be is in the pool with us! Ready. Set. SPLASH! For you free industry news updates and SPLASH! Magazine copy simply go to: https://www.splash.online/subscribe With thanks to our spon...
Oct 14, 2021•37 min
Send us a text In an 18 month period where we have been through so many various challenges and obstacles we have seen continued increased demand for our products/services. Now all of a sudden (it seems) we are in the start of yet another busy swimming season! Join David and Luke in this fast paced podcast including Rapid Fire industry news and interest and the crowd favourite - 'Top 5 online News Stories', yeah! Ready. Set. SPLASH! For you free industry news updates and SPLASH! Magazine copy sim...
Sep 28, 2021•27 min
Send us a text SPLASH! is a proud to be the voice of a professional industry that is remarkably diverse yet united. We are an integrated ecosystem that relies on the success of others for the continued expansion of our products and services. None of us do it alone. From driving initial interest, to creating concepts, to construction, manufacturing , supply, installation, service, management and ongoing engagement in swimming pools and spas via education, competition and simple, fun relaxation - ...
Sep 14, 2021•30 min
Send us a text Join Luke on this extra-ordinary SPLASH! Podcast special to recognize the importance of asking those around us RUOK? An interview that raises some serious issues and practical solutions. Please reach out for appropriate personal support or professional advice if this podcast raises concerns for you. For you free industry news updates and SPLASH! Magazine copy simply go to: https://www.splash.online/subscribe With thanks to our sponsors: Fluidra AIS Water Pentair Hayward...
Sep 08, 2021•20 min
Send us a text Join David and Luke as they work through the latest challenges and opportunities from all around. They take a look at the impact of the changes that just keep coming to our regions affecting us all. Plus, we review and celebrate some worthy award winners and..... exciting release of brand new industry resources to reach the 1.5m pool and spa owner of New Zealand and Australia. Ready. Set. SPLASH! For you free industry news updates and SPLASH! Magazine copy simply go to: https://ww...
Sep 01, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 16
Send us a text Join David and co-host Luke to uncover the most recent issue of SPLASH! including all the latest, greatest, best and most happening all over the place . While there is still increased demand for our products and services, this brings supply challenges. Not to mention dealing with the increased uncertainty region by region as governments and health departments impose varying restrictions on business with immediate effect. Yet... we are still going! Ready. Set. SPLASH! For you free ...
Aug 17, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 15
Send us a text David discusses the rapid changes happening region by region that are certain to be creating uncertainty for business and consumers. Listen in to an interview with SPLASH! Gold sponsor DAB about their expansion, David also catches up with Emily McNeill who is the General Manager of the Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) about their work to engage consumers with swimming. One thing is certain... you don't want to miss this episode of Ready. Set. SPLASH! For you free industr...
Aug 04, 2021•28 min
Send us a text Slip on a pair of jandals, open up the chilly bin and take look into the land of the long white cloud where the Pool and Spa industry has long produced outstanding products and delivered high quality service. Join David as he talks with industry and learns about the changes happening and the momentum being created by the advance towards NZ industry qualifications, engagement with government to reduce red-tape, training and the NZ Industry Awards of Excellence. We also learn a litt...
Aug 02, 2021•25 min
Send us a text Listen in to this informative and inspirational conversation between your Ready. Set SPLASH! host, David Stennett and the founder and CEO of Poolwerx, John O'Brien. We hear John share about the idea he had many years ago while in California that has developed to become a household name in 'Poolwerx'. Gain leadership insights into creating a culture intended to produce growth and consistent results. Ready. Set. SPLASH! For you free industry news updates and SPLASH! Magazine copy si...
Jul 19, 2021•34 min
Send us a text Join Luke and David as they reflect on the astounding quality of work produced by our industry in Australia and New Zealand through the Awards of Excellence Events run so far. An overview of the serious consequences over Jump Loops' deceitful dealings with franchisees. We also hear from SPASA's Spiros Dassakis about critical concerns with the proposed temporary fencing standard. It's no good in current form for anyone in our industry and your voice needs to be heard. Ready. Set. S...
Jul 08, 2021•34 min
Send us a text All things current and all things industry in this podcast. We look at the future of ecological, environmental and sustainable pools through the lens of a massive commercial project. We interview Jonas Ryberg from Fluidra, which as the Platinum Sponsors of the upcoming SPLASH! Trade show, share some of their insights and plans. David and Luke also do a rapid fire session covering other industry news, events and updates. Ready. Set. SPLASH! For you free industry news updates and SP...
Jun 22, 2021•27 min
Send us a text You asked for it so here it is! A very special episode today as David takes time with SPASA CEO, Lindsay McGrath for an in-depth interview. Lindsay discusses the long and winding road that has lead the industry to today; reveals inside information on the current state-of-the-industry covered in the SPASA Annual Report (get your free copy at: www.spasa.com.au); and reflects on the biggest challenge and opportunity for the future. It's a big one! Ready. Set. SPLASH! For you free ind...
Jun 08, 2021•39 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Send us a text The heat is on as we walk through the many and varied options for pool heating. We hear from Sadie Davidson, the new Executive Officer for the association in WA. We look at some new products and much more. Ready. Set. SPLASH! For you free industry news updates and SPLASH! Magazine copy simply go to: https://www.splash.online/subscribe With thanks to our sponsors: Fluidra AIS Water Pentair Hayward...
May 25, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 10
Send us a text The new issue of SPLASH! is out. David and Luke reveal the Top 5 online news stories, review the latest statistics and look at the continued increased demand from consumers on our industry. We also take a look at the new Bill that has passed federal legislation affecting casual employment Ready. Set. SPLASH! For you free industry news updates and SPLASH! Magazine copy simply go to: https://www.splash.online/subscribe With thanks to our sponsors: Fluidra AIS Water Pentair Hayward...
May 11, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Send us a text On this podcast we welcome back Spiros Dassakis from SPASA to detail the latest 'Industry Representation Report'. Spiros reveals what AS/NZ standards are in process, what relevant advocacy work is being done on behalf of the professional industry and most importantly how you can be heard. David and Luke discuss the recent spate of dangerous incidents at commercial pool facilities and discuss the risks and the right responses. We also take a moment to reflect on the value of people...
Apr 27, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Send us a text Join the podcast as we discuss the increased building demand predicted for 2021 specifically related to detached houses and why that means business! A closer look at generational change in the building sector with a look at two family businesses dealing with that change. Luke and David go rapid fire on several key stories around our industry keeping you informed and up to date. Ready. Set. SPLASH! For you free industry news updates and SPLASH! Magazine copy simply go to: https://w...
Apr 13, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Send us a text Q2 is already here and the largest pool and spa industry trade show in the southern hemisphere is confirmed GO! Join hosts David Stennett and Luke Daly as we unpack the latest and greatest happening around the place and pre-preview from issue 134 of SPLASH! We also dial in for a chat around the promotion and growth of industry with SPASA COO Spiros Dassakis. Ready. Set. SPLASH! For you free industry news updates and SPLASH! Magazine copy simply go to: https://www.splash.online/sub...
Mar 30, 2021•24 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Send us a text Join hosts David Stennett and Luke Daly as we look at issues and opportunities that abound including the latest Cordell numbers. Listen in to an enlightening chat with Daena Bougoure-Latchford about some very important initiatives for the women of the pool and spa industry creating WAVES. Ready. Set. SPLASH! For you free industry news updates and SPLASH! Magazine copy simply go to: https://www.splash.online/subscribe With thanks to our sponsors: Fluidra AIS Water Pentair Hayward...
Mar 16, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Send us a text Featuring an insightful interview with the long-time editor of SPLASH!, we reveal what an editor actually does and why the pools and spas our industry creates, hold such a special place in memory for Chris Maher. David is again joined by Luke as they preview the latest issue of SPLASH! and dive into a deeper discussion at some of the commercial pool that have won awards in the last 12 months. Jump on in. Ready. Set. SPLASH! For you free industry news updates and SPLASH! Magazine c...
Mar 02, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Send us a text In this episode of Ready. Set. SPLASH! we meet the new General Manager of SPASA New Zealand who takes a few minutes to share his thoughts for our industry. Luke and David also look into the crystal ball to make some predictions about what may be in store for 2021 and discuss the generational shift currently happening. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss any of the news and happenings at Ready. Set. SPLASH! For you free industry news updates and SPLASH! Magazine copy simply g...
Feb 16, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Send us a text David and Luke update you on the latest happenings in the pool and spa industry. They also take a closer look at the incredible Pool of the Year and consider the benefits of the stay at home holiday with a pool or spa and coin a new word - the 'swimcation' . Come on in, the water is fine! Ready. Set. SPLASH! For you free industry news updates and SPLASH! Magazine copy simply go to: https://www.splash.online/subscribe With thanks to our sponsors: Fluidra AIS Water Pentair Hayward...
Feb 02, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Send us a text Join host David Stennett & co-host Luke Daly for the first episode of Ready. Set. SPLASH! In this episode we unpack issue 133 of the SPLASH! Magazine. Running through industry moves, the state of the industry, Cordell statistics and what's in store for 2021. Subscribe now so you don't miss the fortnightly release of Ready. Set. SPLASH! For you free industry news updates and SPLASH! Magazine copy simply go to: https://www.splash.online/subscribe With thanks to our sponsors: Flu...
Jan 15, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 1
