News: Finance
Marathon events have significant economic impact on the cities where they run
Marathons have a profound economic and cultural impact on their host communities, according to the Marathons 50 2025 report. The first-of-its-kind research, from leading brand...
Apr 24, 2025
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Football and basketball clubs among those to benefit from South Australia's ‘Power of Her’ funding program
Football and basketball clubs are among the 50 South Australian clubs and organisations which will receive support to upgrade and develop sporting facilities, programs and...
Apr 23, 2025
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Justin McDonell and Richard Peil to take control of Anytime Fitness UK
In a significant move for Australian fitness and franchising, Justin McDonell and Richard Peil, the pair who built Anytime Fitness Australia into the country’s largest gym...
Apr 23, 2025
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Cricket Australia and ICC support funding for exiled Afghanistan women's cricketers
Cricket Australia has joined the International Cricket Council (ICC) to provide monetary assistance and coaching to displaced Afghanistan women's cricketers. Afghanistan had 25...
Apr 22, 2025
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NSW Government delivers financial lifeline to music festivals
The NSW Government has delivered the first round of its Contemporary Music Festival Viability Fund, established in September 2024, which has allocated a combined $2.25 million...
Apr 22, 2025
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Grampians Grape Escape among major events supported across Victoria
Major events across Victoria are being supported by the state government with more than 20 events receiving funding via the latest round of the Regional Events Fund. The latest...
Apr 21, 2025
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Tasmanian Government opens $5 million Event Attraction Fund
The Tasmanian Government has opened its $5 million Event Attraction Fund as part of their 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future aimed at attracting large-scale events and...
Apr 21, 2025
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Campaspe Shire Council calls for establishment of national program for aquatic infrastructure
Campaspe Shire Council has announced a $5 million contribution towards aquatic facilities to replace the flood-demolished Rochester District War Memorial Pool while also calling...
Apr 21, 2025
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Media report reveals rising costs and ongoing delays with redevelopments at Sydney aquatic centres
A weekend media report has revealed users of aquatic facilities across Sydney, including those with high Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CalD) communities, are set to be...
Apr 19, 2025
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Former Wallabies Nathan Sharpe named new Rugby Australia President
Rugby Australia has announced the appointment of past Wallaby lock second-row and former captain Nathan Sharpe as its new president. Sharpe, who represented the Queensland Reds...
Apr 16, 2025
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Rugby Australia reveals $37 million deficit on 2024 operations
Rugby Australia has confirmed that it accumulated a $36.8 million debt on its operations in 2024, attributing the loss to one-off costs and investments, including the...
Apr 16, 2025
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Tax Communications specialist flags what fitness industry employees should be aware of at tax time
Tax time is here and whether you plan to use a professional to complete your return or do it yourself, it’s vital that those working in the fitness industry claim deductions for...
Apr 14, 2025
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Fitness
Tasmanian Government looks to introduce legislation bypassing planning process for Hobart Stadium
The Tasmanian Government is set to introduce 'enabling legislation' to progress planning approvals for its proposed new AFL stadium at Hobart’s Macquarie Point. With the...
Apr 13, 2025
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Taranaki Rugby records third consecutive surplus
The Taranaki Rugby Football Union (TRFU) posted a total net surplus after extraordinary items of $43,426 for 2024. The result was announced at the 139th Annual General Meeting...
Apr 13, 2025
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Rising costs driving young gymnasts away from participation
Olympic gymnast and World Cup gold medallist Emma Nedov is using her platform to highlight how rising costs are driving young gymnasts from the sport they love. Teaming up with...
Apr 10, 2025
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Xponential Fitness records US$98.7 million loss for 2024
International boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness has posted a net loss of US$98.7 million for the full year - leading to a significant drop in its share value. The group,...
Apr 10, 2025
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TTF warns proposed student caps will have serious impact on Australia’s tourism industry
Following announcements from the Coalition Government on proposed caps to international student numbers - alongside increasing visa fees - the Tourism & Transport Forum (TTF) is...
Apr 9, 2025
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SA Dragons Abreast among South Australian grassroots clubs to receive funding boost
SA Dragons Abreast, a local club for breast cancer survivors and supporters, is one of hundreds of South Australian sport and active recreation clubs to have successfully...
Apr 9, 2025
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Waterco achieves coveted listing on the ASX All Ordinaries Index
Waterco Limited has reached a significant milestone, securing its place among Australia’s top 500 publicly listed companies with its inclusion in the prestigious All Ordinaries...
Apr 9, 2025
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UN Tourism and UNCTAD share roadmap for building a resilient industry
The tourism industry holds the potential to drive sustainable economic growth, but only if it embraces investment practices that align with the needs of the environment and...
Apr 9, 2025
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Rugby Australia secures new broadcast deal with Nine
Rugby Australia has agreed a five-year extension to its broadcast rights agreement with Nine Entertainment in a deal - covering the years from 2026 to 2030 - worth up to $240...
Apr 8, 2025
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NRL's Wests Tigers demand $50 million investment in Campbelltown Sports Stadium
The NRL's Wests Tigers have threatened to leave Campbelltown Sports Stadium in Western Sydney unless the local council gives a $50 million guarantee to upgrade the facilities at...
Apr 8, 2025
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City of Newcastle seeks Federal Government funding to secure future for cricket venue
The City of Newcastle Council is seeking Federal Government funding for the second stage of planned improvements to Newcastle’s No.1 Sportsground, which it says would deliver...
Apr 6, 2025
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Deloitte report suggests global revenues in women's elite sports will exceed US$2.3 billion in 2025
Global revenues in women’s elite sports are expected to surpass US$2.3 billion in 2025, according to a new report from consultants Deloitte. Exploring long-term success in...
Apr 6, 2025
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