The City of Sydney is encouraging residents to take advantage of its secluded rock pools this summer, which are ideal alternatives to overcrowded beaches. They are known as the city’s natural lungs and offer a relaxing spot to cool off. They are free to use, so people can enjoy a dip without worrying about the cost. They can also take advantage of the great exercise and sunshine on offer.

Across the city, there are a variety of different pools, each with its own unique history and setting. Some, like Narrabeen and Wylies baths, are set in the cliffs on Sydney’s northern beaches. Others, such as Bondi and North Curl Curl pools, are a short walk from the beach.

Other pools are located in parks, on university campuses and in the centre of the city. They range in size from small to large and offer a variety of facilities and services. Some are even heated to make the pool more comfortable for swimming.

While the pool culture is well established in Sydney, there are some challenges to ensuring its sustainability. For example, it is important to understand the impact of changing demographics on the pool industry. In addition, the industry needs to develop ways to improve service delivery and increase customer satisfaction. This is essential for the future success of the pool industry.

The first step in this process is identifying the needs of customers. This can be done through surveys and interviews. It is also important to find out the reason why customers are choosing certain types of pools. This can help the industry identify trends and develop strategies to meet customer demands.

Another challenge is finding ways to reduce operating costs. For example, it is possible to reduce energy and water consumption by installing solar-powered heating systems. This can help the industry increase profit margins and attract new customers.

Lastly, the industry must also focus on providing better training opportunities for employees. Increasing the number of skilled employees can reduce operational expenses and improve the overall quality of service.

If you are considering building a pool, you should consult with your local council to learn about the construction laws in your area. In addition, you should ask your pool builder to inspect the site where you want to build a swimming pool. This can help you avoid unforeseen problems such as power lines that may be located on your property. Also, you can check whether or not there are any preservation orders that would prevent excavation in certain areas. These precautions can save you a lot of money in the long run. Moreover, they can also ensure the safety of your family and guests.

The inaugural Singapore Prize, a book award administered by the National University of Singapore’s (NUS) History Department, was awarded to archaeologist Professor John Miksic for his book Singapore And The Silk Road Of The Sea, 1300 – 1800. Other titles on the 2021 shortlist were Seven Hundred Years of Singapore History (2017) by Kwa Chong Guan, Tan Tai Yong, Peter Borschberg and Derek Heng; Sembawang (2021) by Kamaladevi Aravindan; State of Emergency (2017) by Jeremy Tiang; Home Is Where We Are (2020) by Wang Gungwu and Margaret Wang; and Imperial Creatures (2019).

The prize is designed to encourage authors to broaden the definition of history to include different perspectives, themes and periods in Singapore’s past. This is reflected in the selection of 2021’s theme, ‘resonance’, which seeks to celebrate the ways in which literature can invoke memories and emotions.

A book’s ability to connect with its readers is another important aspect of the Singapore Prize. This was highlighted in this year’s consumer voting for the “readers’ favorite” category, which saw a rise in the number of voters, compared to the 2020 cohort. The four winning books – Ali bin Salim, Daryl Qilin Yam, Pan Zheng Lei and rma cureess – were all written by non-professional authors, the first time in the prize’s 30-year history that this has happened.

This is in line with the prize’s mission to reach out beyond the academy and into the broader community. Among the many initiatives undertaken by the prize, this includes its participation in the World Cities Summit in June, which will be the first time the event has been held in Asia.

Prince William arrived in Singapore this week, the first time he has visited the country in more than a decade, to host this year’s Earthshot ceremony at Changi Airport. Speaking at the event, Gunnlaugur Erlendsson, founder and chief executive officer of UK-based ENSO, which creates tyres designed for electric vehicles to reduce tyre pollution, praised the royal for his commitment to “repairing the planet”. The company was also one of the winners of this year’s Singapore Prize.