News: Retail
Report reveals more than 340,000 people participate in mountain biking in Australia
An estimated 341,900 mountain bike participants across Australia directly spend $630.8 million per annum and support 6,095 full time employees annually through riding at their...
Mar 22, 2021
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Super Nintendo World expansion opens at Universal Studios Japan
Universal Studios Japan has officially launched its US$550 million Super Nintendo World themed land. Delayed by the Coronavirus pandemic, the ‘Super Mario’-themed precinct is...
Mar 18, 2021
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Merger of Callaway Golf Company and Topgolf International completed
Callaway Golf Company and Topgolf International, Inc. have announced that the completion of their merger following approval by shareholders of both companies. The resultant...
Mar 17, 2021
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Marvel Stadium to sell $2 pies during AFL season Rounds One and Two
With venues often criticised for the high cost of food and beverage items, the AFL and Marvel Stadium have announced that pies will cost just $2 pies at all matches at the...
Mar 16, 2021
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Peloton launches interactive fitness platform in Australia with plans for retail locations
Launching its home-based studio style workouts in Australia, interactive fitness platform Peloton has advised that it is planning to further expand its presence in the country...
Mar 9, 2021
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Genting Malaysia reveals Genting SkyWorlds brand and new theme park opening
Following a series of delays, Malaysia’s Resorts World Genting has revealed the branding for it new outdoor theme park - Genting SkyWorlds - and that it will be opening before...
Feb 26, 2021
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Victoria University study shows inappropriate uniforms impact desire of girls and young women to participate in sport
New research from Victoria University shows that inappropriate and uncomfortable uniforms are discouraging teenage girls and young women from participating in girls off sport...
Feb 26, 2021
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Club Pilates agrees Master Franchise Agreement for Australian studios
Club Pilates, the world's largest Pilates brand, has today announced the signing of a master franchise agreement in Australia, which gives the master franchisee the right to...
Feb 23, 2021
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AFTA spotlights the need for JobKeeper extension for the tourism industry
Working closely with other bodies including Tourism and Transport Forum Australia, the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA) highlights that without a JobKeeper...
Feb 23, 2021
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UFC Gym prepares to open first Abu Dhabi club
Abu Dhabi’s links with the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) brand are set to expand with the Emirate’s first UFC Gym set to open next month. Having hosted the UFC’s Fight...
Feb 23, 2021
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FRANdata gives Snap Fitness 5-Star franchise rating
Despite COVID-19’s significant economic impact on the fitness industry, Snap Fitness has become the first health and fitness franchise system in the country to achieve a...
Feb 22, 2021
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London's 1Rebel set for first Australian gym launch
EXCLUSIVE: 1R Australia is set to open its first Australian facility in the Capitol Grand development in the Melbourne suburb of South Yarra. Currently scheduled to open on 20th...
Feb 13, 2021
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Dubai theme park operator urges shareholders to back takeover offer
Dubai-based DXB Entertainments, operator of Dubai Parks and Resorts, is urging shareholders to accept an offer from its majority shareholder, state-controlled Meraas Holding, to...
Feb 12, 2021
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Les Mills to offer New Zealanders free access to online workouts
Extending an initiative first offered during the Coronavirus lockdown last year, global group exercise leader Les Mills is to offer free access to its ‘On Demand’ online group...
Feb 12, 2021
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Sydney and Melbourne listed among world’s healthiest cities
Sydney and Melbourne have been acknowledged as being among the 44 healthiest cities in the world, with the NSW capital listed in second place. The popular Netherlands city of...
Feb 7, 2021
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Xtend Barre Australia named top international franchisor
Xtend Barre Australia has been acknowledged as ‘International Franchisor of the Year’ at the recent MYOB Franchise Council of Australia 2020 Excellence in Franchising Awards....
Feb 5, 2021
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Gavin Aquilina joins Luke Istomin's RE:Union training venture
Experienced fitness executive has joined Gavin Aquilina has joined group fitness operator RE:Union as Chief Operating Officer. Launched by F45 co-founder Luke Istomin in 2018,...
Feb 3, 2021
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Vote sees Rugby Australia revert to 1991 colours for Wallabies jersey
The Wallabies jersey will revert to its golden colour worn during the 1991 Rugby World Cup winners following a vote by Rugby Australia stakeholders. Rugby Australia Chairman...
Jan 29, 2021
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Y NSW and Westfield Parramatta collaborate to launch a dedicated pop-up youth space
An innovative new partnership between the YMCA NSW (Y NSW) and Westfield Parramatta sees the launch of a dedicated drop-in youth space where 14-25-year-olds can attend free...
Jan 28, 2021
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Klook raises additional US$200 million to accelerate merchant SaaS solutions roll-out
Klook, a world-leading travel and leisure booking platform has raised US$200 million in additional funding to accelerate the development and roll-out of its merchant SaaS...
Jan 26, 2021
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Planet Fitness opens first Queensland gym
Planet Fitness has opened its first facility in Queensland, at Morayfield north of Brisbane, with Tanner Halton, Chief Executive of Bravo Fit Australia, the joint venture...
Jan 24, 2021
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Fitstop Australia co-founders to split
Reports suggest that Peter Hull and Richard Bell, the co-founders of the fast-growing Fitstop Australia brand are to separate the business with Bell to leave the franchise....
Jan 20, 2021
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Entertainment appoints FutureBrand Australia to deliver experience transformation
Australian and New Zealand brand, Entertainment, has appointed FutureBrand to help deliver its brand and customer experience transformation, as part of a business-wide strategy...
Jan 19, 2021
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Ryderwear fitness brand launches flagship gym and retail outlet in Adelaide
Adelaide-founded active wear and fitness clothing brand Ryderwear will open its first bricks-and-mortar store, along with a gym, in in its hometown next month. With the...
Jan 18, 2021
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