News: Retail
Northshore Hamilton plans to transform into main Athletes’ Village for Brisbane 2032
Northshore Hamilton is planning to undergo a significant transformation to become the main Athletes’ Village for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The Village is...
Jul 28, 2021
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Planet Fitness to open new South East Queensland location
Planet Fitness has announced that it will open a new club at the Arndale Shopping Centre in South Brisbane following what it calls a “landmark” lease agreement with mall owners...
Jul 26, 2021
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Fund managers acquire Travelodge portfolio in $620 million deal
Melbourne-based fund manager Salter Brothers has joined forces with Singaporean sovereign wealth fund GIC and Swiss-based global private equity firm Partners Group to acquire...
Jul 25, 2021
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‘Predatory and exploitative’ Lorna Jane fined $5 million by Federal Court for false COVID-19 prevention claims
Leading active wear brand Lorna Jane has been fined $5 million by the Federal Court for claiming its clothing "eliminated" and stopped the spread of COVID-19. Launched in July...
Jul 23, 2021
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Huge industry support for FITNESS + WELLNESS AUSTRALIA in Sydney in November
Event organisers have confirmed that FITNESS + WELLNESS AUSTRALIA, the new independent trade show and conference for the active health and recreation industry will run from the...
Jul 22, 2021
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Worldwide revenue from fitness apps to reach almost US$30 billion by 2025
Newly released data from online education provide TradingPlatforms suggests that global revenue from fitness apps is experiencing a 34.4% growth during 2021 and will reach...
Jul 20, 2021
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Viva Leisure opens Club Lime and hiit republic gyms at Yamanto Central
Industry leader Viva Leisure has just opened two fitness facilities within Yamanto Central retail development in south east Queensland. With its first stage opened in April this...
Jul 12, 2021
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Rackley Swimming opens new facility in Yamanto Central retail development
Rackley Swimming has announced the opening of its latest swim school in the Yamanto Central retail development in south east Queensland. Opened on Friday, the state-of-the-art...
Jul 12, 2021
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Qatar’s first indoor theme park opens in Doha
Qatar’s first-ever indoor theme park, Quest, has opened with more than 30 rides and attractions at the mixed-use Doha Oasis development. Operated by MR-ProFun, the 32,000 metre²...
Jul 6, 2021
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SpeedFit continues national expansion with latest studio opening on NSW Central Coast studio
EMS (electronic muscle stimulation) personal training franchise company, SpeedFit, is continuing its national expansion with the opening of its latest location at East Gosford...
Jul 6, 2021
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Fitness Australia invites input on industry trends survey
With exercise trends having changed significantly over the past 12-months with people getting more adaptive to staying active during pandemic restrictions and lockdowns, Fitness...
Jul 2, 2021
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Genesis Health and Fitness' Ian Jensen-Muir advises of group's new marketing strategies
Ian Jensen-Muir, Chief Executive of Genesis Health + Fitness, has advised that leading fitness club group is trying new marketing strategies to reach out to new members....
Jul 1, 2021
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Draft management plan proposes year-round tourism in the Snowy Mountains
A revitalised Jindabyne town centre and lake foreshore, a new mountain bike and adventure park, helicopter flights and improved visitor amenities in Kosciuszko National Park are...
Jun 30, 2021
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Grant Associates join ASPECT Studios in Melbourne’s new Southbank project
Recognised globally for designing Gardens by the Bay in Singapore, urban design practice - Grant Associates - have joined the locally based studio of design practice ASPECT...
Jun 24, 2021
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IAAPA Expo Asia to offer expanded learning opportunities
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has announced that its IAAPA Expo Asia 2021 will feature an education conference with expert speakers...
Jun 22, 2021
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Apparel brand OnTheGo Sports enters administration
Canberra-based apparel brand OnTheGo Sports has entered administration with its founder Mick Spencer blaming the Coronavirus pandemic for its situation. A notice on 2nd June...
Jun 18, 2021
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Tennis Australia announces Chief Commercial Officer appointment
Tennis Australia has advised of the appointment of experienced executive Cedric Cornelis as its new Chief Commercial Officer. With more than 20 years of experience across Europe...
Jun 15, 2021
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ASGA welcomes new Board Directors
The sporting and active lifestyle goods sector has welcomed the announcement that Kate Warwick, Head of Retail and Consumer Products, FTI Consulting and Daniel Vukadinovic,...
Jun 7, 2021
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Warner Bros. Movie World commences festivities to mark 30th Anniversary
Warner Bros. Movie World on the Gold Coast unveiled a new three-metre-tall Bronzed Bugs Bunny statue in the Fountain of Fame this morning to celebrate its 30th Birthday. Movie...
Jun 3, 2021
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Australia imports record number of bicycles
Based on historical trends and ABS import data, Australia is set to reach a new record of 1.75 million bicycles imported into the country in a single 12 month period. The 1.75...
Jun 2, 2021
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Connect&GO launches all-in-one platform Konnect for the attractions industry
Known for its smart wristbands used in major events such as the Olympic Games and the Superbowl, Connect&GO – a global leader in RFID technology based in Canada - has announced...
Jun 1, 2021
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Fun Planet indoor entertainment centre reopens in Shepparton
Go karts, laser tag and arcade games will be returning to Shepparton when the Fun Planet family entertainment centre reopens this week after being closed for more than 12...
May 30, 2021
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AlphaFit to host Gold Coast launch of Australian Made Week
Gold Coast-based fitness equipment manufacturing business AlphaFit is set to host the launch of the first-ever Australian Made Week. An initiative of the Australian Made...
May 23, 2021
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Starzcom partners with Gymnastics Clubs Australia
Starzcom, the New Zealand-based top producer of inflatable gym equipment, has established a partnership with Gymnastics Clubs Australia Limited (GCA). The partnership with...
May 21, 2021
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