News: Fitness
Simon Kennedy secures title of Australia’s fittest Federal MP
Simon Kennedy, Member for Cook, has emerged as the fittest Federal MP in AUSactive’s bipartisan Fit for Office challenge, surpassing last year’s winner, Dr Andrew Leigh....
Dec 12, 2024
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Improved sales show Fitness and Lifestyle Group emerging from pandemic impacts
Rising numbers of people exercising in gyms has seen the Fitness and Lifestyle Group (FLG) reduce its losses and improve its sales in the past year. The latest accounts from FLG...
Dec 12, 2024
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Ticket to Wellbeing vouchers helpTasmanian seniors stay active and healthy
The Ticket to Wellbeing program, a key part of the 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future, is now offering vouchers to Tasmanians aged 65 and over who have a valid Services...
Dec 12, 2024
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Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre to mark 30 years of operations
The Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre (BALC) is looking to celebrates 30 years of service to the community with a free open day on Saturday 14th December between 1pm and...
Dec 10, 2024
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Studio Pilates expands with new locations in North America
Studio Pilates, founded in Brisbane in 2002 by Jade and Tanya Winter, has revealed that it has entered the North American market - opening studios in both Canada and the USA on...
Dec 10, 2024
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Myzone appoints Tom Davies as Global Marketing Director
Leading wearable fitness technology brand Myzone has announced the appointment of Tom Davies as its new Global Marketing Director. Davies brings diverse experience from the...
Dec 10, 2024
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Club Lime owner Viva Leisure to acquire 25% stake in World Gym Australia
Viva Leisure has this morning announced that it has entered into a binding agreement for a strategic investment of 25% in World Gym Australia together with the 100% acquisition...
Dec 9, 2024
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Looking to spearhead growth AUSactive names Mike Beeney as Western Australian Regional Manager
A wave of new industry initiatives and the announcement of funding from the Western Australian Government to encourage exercise and physical activity has seen AUSactive appoint...
Dec 9, 2024
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Technogym Checkup included in revamped Eagle Stadium and AquaPulse Health Club
Wyndham City Council has advised that the Health Clubs at Eagle Stadium and AquaPulse have undergone a major upgrade. Improvements include all-new cardio equipment, new gym...
Dec 9, 2024
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Clubfit Software reported to have suffered ransomware attack
Ransomware group KillSec has been reported to have as having hacked gym management software provider on Clubfit Software. As reported by CyberDaily , the ransomware gang Clubfit...
Dec 8, 2024
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Merri-Bek City Council opens new Fawkner Leisure Centre
Merri-Bek City Council has opened the $36.8 million redevelopment of its Fawkner Leisure Centre with patrons welcomed to the facility for the first time on Sunday. Opened in...
Dec 8, 2024
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Woman loses legal case after being refused access to Fitness First Pilates class
A female Fitness First member, who took legal action against the group after being denied access to a Pilates class after arriving late, has lost her attempt to sue the gym...
Dec 8, 2024
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Wearable Technology and Exercise Programs for Older Adults among ACSM top Fitness Trends for 2025
The 2025 American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Worldwide Fitness Trends report has been published in its November/December issue of ACSM’s Health & Fitness Journal....
Dec 8, 2024
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City of Kwinana receives $17 million funding for Recquatic facility upgrade and city centre redevelopment
The City of Kwinana has been awarded over $17 million in Federal Government funding from the Thriving Suburbs Grant program towards two key projects. The funding will see $15...
Dec 6, 2024
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Social fitness and mental health continue to trend within the active landscape
Social fitness and mental health identified as trending within the active landscape Strava, the digital global community of more than 135 million people across over 190...
Dec 5, 2024
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AusCycling announces 50,000 registered participants for AusBike program
AusCycling’s bike education program AusBike has marked a major milestone, with AusBike reaching 50,000 registered participants across Australia since launching late last year....
Dec 5, 2024
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Partnership announced between Fuel Circle and Gallagher Insurance
Fuel, a movement for ambitious women in fitness, wellness, and health industry, has announced a new partnership between Fuel Circle and Gallagher Insurance. FUEL’s goal is to...
Dec 5, 2024
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Unfit dishonour fees are weighing down gyms
Payments and banking are modernising at a rapid rate, but are, in some respects, being held back by old-fashioned concepts and practices. This includes fee structures and...
Dec 5, 2024
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S30 Studio announces plans for 40 gyms in New Zealand by 2030
Australian founded gym group S30 Studio, known for its nightclub style décor and atmosphere, has announced plans to open 40 new sites in New Zealand before 2030. One of...
Dec 4, 2024
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GoXPro Digitalised Challenges rolls out at Fitness First and Celebrity Fitness across Southeast Asia
GoXPro’s Digitalised Challenges are rolling out at Fitness First and Celebrity Fitness clubs across five countries in Southeast Asia. Fitness First and Celebrity Fitness - two...
Dec 4, 2024
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Tony de Leede honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award at Beyond Activ APAC
Respected fitness and wellness entrepreneur Tony de Leede has been honoured for his career achievements with the presentation of the John Holsinger Lifetime Achievement Award at...
Dec 3, 2024
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Victorian schools receive grants to help children stay healthy and active
The Victorian Government is helping more children stay healthy and active with an additional 100 schools to receive a $30,000 Active Schools Grant as part of the Active Schools...
Dec 3, 2024
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Hapana to drive Fitstop’s ambitious North American expansion strategy
Fast growing functional fitness franchise, Fitstop, has joined forces with studio management software Hapana to drive expansion into the USA market. With the deal secured...
Dec 2, 2024
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GoXPro and Exerp partner to deliver seamless solutions for fitness industry
Progressive fitness industry platform, GoXPro has partnered with Exerp, a leading provider of member management software for the fitness industry. By combining GoXPro’s...
Dec 2, 2024
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