Spinal injury at public pool leads to diving suspension

Diving has been temporarily prohibited at most public pools in Tauranga and Western Bay of Plenty following a spinal injury suffered by a 16-year-old girl. The incident occurred at Greerton Aquatic Centre when she dove into the deep end and struck the bottom, rendering her unconscious. This accident has prompted a review of diving safety measures at pools, which may lead to changes at a national level.

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