News: Finance
South Australian Government resumes management of the SA Travel Centre
The South Australian Government has taken back control of a tourism visitor centre it privatised last year. South Australian Tourism Minister Gail Gago has revealed that a new...
Feb 28, 2012
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J-League vows to shun yakuza mobsters
Japanese football administrators have vowed to shun the country's infamous yakuza mobsters, as the sport tries to protect itself against the grip of organised crime and illegal...
Feb 19, 2012
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Merlin confirms Living and Leisure Australia takeover
UK attractions giant Merlin Entertainments Group has this week confirmed the unconditional takeover of Living and Leisure Australia (LLA) Group. LLA's interests include the...
Feb 18, 2012
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Income rises at Ardent Leisure
After suffering a fall in first half profits, Ardent Leisure has reported improved financial performance at its theme parks in January. The company's theme parks, including...
Feb 18, 2012
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IAAPA brings management program to Hong Kong
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) is to stage its Institute for Attractions Managers immediately prior to the 2012 Asian Attractions Expo...
Feb 17, 2012
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AFL records rare net loss while participation and membership rises
The AFL has posted its first net loss in a decade - declaring a deficit of $23.6 million in its 2011 Annual Report. The loss has been blamed predominantly on the AFL's expansion...
Feb 17, 2012
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Management changes at Fitness First's UK base
Private equity group BC Partners has replaced the senior management team at its Fitness First health club chain as it fights to preserve its US$660 million equity investment in...
Feb 14, 2012
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Plan to strengthen visitor sector representation
Two leading visitor industry organisations have announced a proposal to integrate into a single strong, high profile, well resourced association. The Tourism Industry...
Feb 12, 2012
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NZQA starts qualifications review in the fitness industry
The New Zealand Government's Targeted Review of Qualifications (TROQ), through the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA - Mana Tohu Matauranga O Aotearoa), is to focus on...
Feb 10, 2012
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AALARA launches aquatic industry issues survey
The Aquatic Industry Committee of the Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) is inviting aquatic industry professionals to participate in a survey to...
Feb 9, 2012
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Nominations open for Venue Professional of the Year Awards 2012
The Venue Management Association (VMA) has announced that nominations for the 2012 Venue Professional of the Year Awards are now open. Each year, the Venue Professional of the...
Feb 8, 2012
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Venues
Tourism to play a key role in Queensland election
Tourism advocacy group Tourism and Transport Forum (TTF) believes that the future of Queensland's tourism industry will play a key role in the state's 24th March election. TTF...
Feb 8, 2012
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Victorian Government commits $3.4 million in funding for living libraries
The Victorian Government is to provide 10 Victorian libraries with more than $3.4 million to refurbish or develop new facilities from the Living Libraries Infrastructure...
Feb 7, 2012
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Ownership battle intensifies at Whangerei's Zion Wildlife Gardens
Whangerei wildlife park Zion Wildlife Gardens have been sold to Zion Wildlife Kingdom Ltd following a long-running feud between the park's operator Patricia Busch and her son,...
Feb 3, 2012
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$650,000 for Geelong Performing Arts Centre repairs
Critical repairs will be carried out to the Geelong Performing Arts Centre (GPAC) with Victorian Minister for Regional Cities Denis Napthine this week announcing a $650,000...
Jan 30, 2012
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Ausfit simplifies fitness club management
Working on the premise that everybody likes two things for the price of one, club management software providers Ausfit have launched an integrated solution for health and...
Jan 25, 2012
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PoolSafe Achieves Record Numbers
The poor weather that New Zealand has endured so far this summer has not stopped swimming pools around the country from putting safety first. New Zealand public pools are taking...
Jan 18, 2012
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Brisbane's skyline to light up again in 2012 and 2013
Brisbane's skyline will light up in a kaleidoscope of colour for the next two years with the Queensland Government announcing continued support for Brisbane Festival's Santos...
Jan 18, 2012
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ATEC Chairman urges attendance at Pacific Asia Indigenous Tourism Conference
Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC) Chairman John King is backing the first ever international conference devoted to expanding the profile, perception and scope of...
Jan 16, 2012
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IHRSA identifies top health club trends for 2012
The International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) has announced its annual list of Health Club Trends for 2012. By working with its global membership base of...
Jan 13, 2012
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Construction to start on Kapiti Coast's new aquatic centre
Construction of Kapiti Coast District Council's new Coastlands Aquatic Centre is set to commence early next month. Before Christmas, the Council voted unanimously for an overall...
Jan 12, 2012
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Brisbane International extended for four years
The Brisbane International is set to go from strength to strength after acting Queensland Premier Andrew Fraser confirmed that the Queensland Government is to invest in the...
Jan 11, 2012
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Fitness Australia announces first round of Grant recipients
12 fitness providers have been successful in receiving a $5,000 Start-up Grant to deliver Lift for Life®, a progressive resistance strength training program designed to assist...
Jan 9, 2012
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SCG's anniversary test marked with upgrade announcement
Australian Prime Minster Julia Gillard and NSW Premier Barry O'Farrell have celebrated the 100th test match at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) by announcing a $186 million...
Jan 5, 2012
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