News: Retail
Active wear brand Ryderwear announces plans to open 12 gyms across Australia
South Australian-based active wear brand, Ryderwear, has announced plans to roll out 12 new fitness clubs across the country over the next two years, starting with facilities in...
Mar 16, 2022
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Fuel Women’s Fitness Business Summit set for April return
The organisers of the Fuel Women’s Fitness Business Summit have announced that the event will return with a hybrid attendance model. After taking a hiatus due to the pandemic,...
Mar 15, 2022
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Lismore fitness club owner Matt George inspires community's post-flood recovery
The disastrous floods that impacted the Northern Rivers region of NSW at the end of February and beginning of March have seen Matt George, owner of Lismore’s Summit Health and...
Mar 14, 2022
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Humanforce research reveals lack of technology to be limiting flexible working options
In spite of the ongoing skill shortage across many key industries, research by Humanforce, a provider of intelligent workforce management solutions, has shown that a lack of...
Mar 13, 2022
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Expanding EMS Franchise SpeedFit set to open new Adelaide studio
Fast growing EMS (electronic muscle stimulation) personal training franchise company, SpeedFit, continues to expand with a new location opening in North Adelaide, South...
Mar 10, 2022
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Muscle Nation steps up its support for flood impacted communities
Based in Brisbane and one of Australia's fastest growing active wear, health foods and supplements brands, Muscle Nation is working with Thread Together to donate $100,000 worth...
Mar 8, 2022
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Embed launches campaign celebrating gender equality in the attractions and entertainment industries
Embed - a leading cashless solutions provider for the attractions and entertainment industries, has launched a campaign aimed at celebrating a ‘woman’s place’ - which is...
Mar 7, 2022
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Ed.Square Town Centre celebrates women in wellness, hospitality and cinema this International Women’s Day
Ed.Square Town Centre, south west Sydney’s one-stop precinct for retail, wellness, hospitality and family entertainment, is celebrating the ‘Women of Ed.’ this International...
Mar 7, 2022
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Toyota Australia continues its partnership with NRL Cowboys
Ranked as one of the most enduring partnerships in the National Rugby League, Toyota Australia has extended their partnership with the North Queensland Cowboys rugby league team...
Feb 24, 2022
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Lake Macquarie City Council approves plans for 30,000-seat concert venue
Plans to set up a 30,000-seat concert and event venue in Morisset on the NSW Central Coast, has been approved by the Lake Macquarie City Council. Councillors voted unanimously...
Feb 24, 2022
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Brisbane Lions partners with Fast to streamline purchase processes online and at Gabba Stadium
US-based startup, Fast – renowned for providing a streamlined, one-click checkout service – has partnered with AFL club Brisbane Lions to provide fans with an easy navigation...
Feb 22, 2022
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Fitness Cartel reveals ongoing franchise expansion goals
Having launched in 2020, Fitness Cartel Health Clubs are looking at further growth of is franchising model. Offering what he says is a unique business model and fit-out, which...
Feb 22, 2022
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New owner of Stepz Fitness Lismore transitions from personal trainer to franchise owner
Stepz Fitness Franchisor Sam Waller has advised that he has sold the group’s Lismore gym to Alyce Benson - who started at the business as a personal trainer, before becoming...
Feb 18, 2022
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NSW and Victorian Governments announce scrapping of QR codes and COVID easing measures
The Victorian and NSW Governments have today each announced the scrapping of QR codes and significant easing of Coronavirus restrictions. NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet announced...
Feb 17, 2022
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Jump! Swim Schools reveal expanding network of franchise sites
A significant demand for swim school placements is seeing new swim school franchises fill all available classes before they’ve even opened their doors, according to the JUMP!...
Feb 10, 2022
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Christchurch Arts Centre installs innovative vending machine to dispense art
Christchurch Arts Centre has installed a new Kunstautomat – an art vending machine – the first of its kind in New Zealand. The machine is the invention of German artist Lars...
Feb 9, 2022
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Genesis Health and Fitness introduces compact franchise option ‘Genesis Express’
Genesis Health and Fitness is expanding its business model and franchise offering with the introduction of ‘Genesis Express’ clubs - operating within a smaller footprint and...
Feb 8, 2022
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Floatation franchise City Cave looks to add 50 new sites in 2022
Having opened 22 new locations in the final months of last year, City Cave Float & Wellness Centres are planning to add a further 50 sites across Australia’s eastern seaboard...
Feb 7, 2022
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Expanding EMS franchise SpeedFit set to open new Fremantle studio
BRAND POST: Fast growing EMS (electronic muscle stimulation) personal training franchise company, SpeedFit, continues to expand with a new location opening in the Perth suburb...
Feb 7, 2022
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Ninja Parc launches compact model with smaller footprint and lower entry cost
The Belgravia Group’s Ninja Parc indoor obstacle course franchise has launched a new offering in its portfolio – Ninja Parc ‘Base’ – with the new business model delivering all...
Feb 3, 2022
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Kingpin launches social entertainment centre in Queenstown
Kingpin will be opening the doors of its first international social entertainment centre in Queenstown, New Zealand on 10th February, with the 3000 square metre, two level...
Feb 1, 2022
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Valour Sport named Netball Queensland and Firebird’s official sportwear partner
Sydney-based sportswear brand Valour Sport has been named as the official apparel supplier and merchandise partner for Netball Queensland and the official apparel partner for...
Jan 31, 2022
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Clip ‘n Climb spotlights new openings and developments
Although having experienced economic challenges during COVID, international recreational climbing operator Clip ‘n Climb is still thriving - having added to its product range...
Jan 26, 2022
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Bailey Fitness converts to Genesis Health and Fitness clubs in Western Australia
The Genesis Health and Fitness franchise network has welcomed three new sites in Western Australia, with high profile fitness personality Adam Bailey confirming he will convert...
Jan 20, 2022
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