News: Finance
Three Sunshine Coast attractions receive funding from Queensland Government
Three Sunshine Coast tourism attractions - Aussie World, Bellingham Maze and Tree Top Adventure Park – are to share in $1.84 million from the Queensland’s Government’s Growing...
Nov 28, 2020
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Western United use ‘value capture’ model to drive building of Wyndham Stadium
A-League club Western United’s plans to develop its $150 million Wyndham Stadium on a greenfield site in Western Melbourne without state or federal government funding is being...
Nov 28, 2020
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Viva Leisure looks to drive growth with $30 million capital raising
Listed fitness club and aquatic facility operator Viva Leisure has announced a $30 million capital raising to further expand its market share. The Canberra-based operator is...
Nov 27, 2020
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Work commences on Bunbury’s Hay Park sporting infrastructure
The Western Australian Government has committed $2.2 million to the construction of the Hay Park North pavilion project in Bunbury. Hay Park is Bunbury's biggest sports reserve...
Nov 26, 2020
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Leisure industry offers opportunities for older workers financially impacted by COVID-19
With over half of older workers in Australia have been financially impacted by COVID-19, Bruce MacKenzie, Managing Director and founder of workforce management software leader...
Nov 26, 2020
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Body Fit Training announces exponential growth plan with 50 studios set to open in the next three months
Body Fit Training has revealed plans to open 50 studios in the next three months, and over 100 studios throughout 2021 as it continues to expand its footprint nationwide and...
Nov 26, 2020
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Sydney’s Artspace to receive over $5 million transformation
Artspace has welcomed the NSW Government’s commitment of over $5 million that will see The Gunnery in Woolloomooloo – Artspace’s home since 1993 – transformed into a...
Nov 25, 2020
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FFA announces new Football Australia branding
Football Federation Australia has today announced that it is to adopt a new brand, Football Australia. Having gained support following a consultation process as part of the...
Nov 25, 2020
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Perth-based fitness start-up Vitruvian raises US$2.5 million seed round capital
Perth-based fitness start-up Vitruvian has raised US$2.5 million in capital in a seed round led by South East Asian fitness operator Evolution Wellness. This injection allows...
Nov 24, 2020
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Victorian 2020/21 Budget allocates $1.46 billion for Arts Precinct transformation
The 2020/21 Victorian Budget’s $1.46 billion for the Arts Precinct transformation and cultural sector aims to assist in the state’s recovery from the COVID-19 shutdown and...
Nov 24, 2020
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Snap Fitness raises $66,000 to support mental health initiatives
Snap Fitness Australia has advised that on 23rd November they exchanged a cheque of $66,708 with Gold Coast-based mental health charity LIVIN after raising the vital funds...
Nov 24, 2020
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Independent group exercise instructors and personal trainers to pose a threat to clubs?
Leading US-based fitness educator and past FILEX speaker Sara Kooperman, has expressed fears that with the current COVID-19 pandemic having caused gyms to furlough their group...
Nov 24, 2020
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VIC Active questions remaining caps on Victorian gym operations
VIC Active spokesperson, Tim Schleiger has questioned measures associated with Victoria’s last step Coronavirus measures, asking who “who is expected to pay for the mandated...
Nov 23, 2020
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2020 Creative Partnerships Awards recognise philanthropic and business art leaders
In recognition of the arts leaders, philanthropists and partners advancing Australia’s arts sector, Creative Partnerships Australia has today announced the nine luminary...
Nov 22, 2020
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Venues asked to support Australia’s rural community by hosting a ‘Good Onya Mate’ party
Venues including pubs, clubs and hotels are being encouraged to host a ‘Good Onya Mate’ party on Saturday, 28th November to coincide with Rural Aid’s annual concert supporting...
Nov 21, 2020
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Northern Territory’s $4.8 million Urban Oval Lighting Upgrades Project completed
The lighting installation at Nightcliff Oval has completed the Northern Territory Government’s $4.8 million Urban Oval Lighting Upgrades Project, which was designed to improve...
Nov 21, 2020
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New Zealand's Accident Compensation Corporation invests in Les Mills International
Auckland-based Les Mills International says a multi-million investment by New Zealand's Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) will drive it move in new directions in a...
Nov 20, 2020
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Australian Government announces unlocking of arts rescue funds and venue capacity increases
Federal Minister for Communications, Cyber Safety and the Arts Paul Fletcher has today advised of a roadmap for reopening live performance industry, with live venues and events...
Nov 20, 2020
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World Animal Protection billboard removed from Melbourne’s Lonsdale Street
A giant billboard - targeting dolphin care at Gold Coast theme park Sea World - posted in central Melbourne opposite the offices of private equity group BGH Capital has been...
Nov 20, 2020
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Wellington’s Basin Reserve to receive gender-neutral upgrades ahead of ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2022
Wellington is among four cities to benefit from $2 million in New Zealand Government funding to upgrade venue player facilities ahead of ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2022...
Nov 19, 2020
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Otium Planning highlight consultant’s skills in securing project funding
Leading industry consultants the Otium Planning Group has advised of its view that partnerships will be key to aquatic, recreation and sport facilities emerging from COVID-19....
Nov 19, 2020
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New Zealand Community Trust funds new starting equipment for Hamilton’s Porritt Stadium
The New Zealand Community Trust has announced a grant of $11,700 to Athletics Waikato Bay of Plenty towards starting equipment at Hamilton’s Porritt Stadium. Located in the...
Nov 18, 2020
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Christchurch sports venues to receive upgrades ahead of ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2022
A $2 million funding injection from the New Zealand Government will see Hagley Oval and New Zealand Cricket High Performance Centre at Lincoln University receive upgrades ahead...
Nov 18, 2020
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Restructured Cycle Classic raises over $15,000 for Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service
Having been reconfigured due to COVID-19 requirements for appropriate social distancing, the 2020 Harbour2Vine Charity Cycle Classic saw 188 cyclists raise over $15,000 for...
Nov 18, 2020
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