News: Retail
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre opens Australia’s first indoor drive-in cinema
Australia’s first indoor drive-in cinema has opened at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) as a result of a partnership and Village Roadshow. Making use of...
Jan 8, 2021
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ZOGGS advances sustainability mission with swimwear made from plastic bottles
Leading swimming products manufacturer Zoggs has advised of its ongoing achievements in transforming ocean-damaging debris into high performance swimwear and reducing the amount...
Jan 7, 2021
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Ninja Parc set to open third facility
The Belgravia Group’s Ninja Parc indoor obstacle course concept is set to open its third franchise, in the Melbourne suburb of Bayswater, before the end of the month. Explaining...
Jan 6, 2021
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Les Mills Asia Pacific appoints Nick Aspinall to new partnerships role
Les Mills Asia Pacific has announced the appointment of Nick Aspinall to the newly created role of Partnerships Director - Australia. A sales, marketing and business development...
Jan 5, 2021
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Universal Beijing Resort moves towards May 2021 opening
Announcing that major construction on its theme park is now complete, Universal Beijing Resort is now moving ahead in preparation for the highly anticipated grand opening in May...
Jan 4, 2021
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NSW Government introduces new restrictions as Coronavirus cases rise
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has announced a raft of new COVID-19 restrictions for Greater Sydney as of yesterday, including the introduction of mandatory mask-wearing in a...
Jan 2, 2021
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Almost half of China’s 1.4 billion population spend less than US$150 a year on leisure activities
While the growing affluence of China’s vast population is welcomed across global markets, a new report has revealed that almost half of the nation’s 1.4 billion people spend...
Dec 30, 2020
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20-year expansion plan announced for Coffs Harbour’s The Big Banana
The Big Banana Fun Park in Coffs Harbour has announced a $50 million masterplan outlining a major expansion of the iconic tourist attraction. With the Big Banana Fun Park...
Dec 23, 2020
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ACCC to take Court action against Lorna Jane over ‘anti-virus active wear’ claims
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is to take Court action over active wear brand Lorna Jane’s claims that its clothes could protect against Coronavirus....
Dec 21, 2020
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F45 ends listing plans but keeps up legal action against competitor Body Fit Training
Global fitness group F45 Training is reported to be maintaining its legal dispute against competitor Body Fit Training after ending its plans for a listing on the USA’s NASDAQ...
Dec 21, 2020
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Decathlon looks to boost growth through deals with local brands
Global sports retailing giant Decathlon is signing deals with local brands and businesses to boost its share of the Australian market. With five huge stores across Sydney and...
Dec 17, 2020
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Retired Sydney Swans star takes on two Infinite Cycle franchises
Former Sydney Swans star Alex Johnson, who was forced to end his AFL career prematurely as a result of a series of knee injuries, is now the owner of two soon-to-open Infinite...
Dec 17, 2020
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More flexibility in uniforms key to reversing ‘obvious decline’ in Australia netball
The newly released State of the Game Review into netball in Australia has identified player uniforms - the sleeveless dress type that have been worn for decades - as being a...
Dec 11, 2020
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Facing 2020’s challenges 12RND Fitness continues with studio openings
Despite the challenges that it has faced through 2020, as have all gym operators, 12RND Fitness has continued with its growth strategy with 14 new clubs due to launch in the...
Dec 7, 2020
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Ninja Parc looks back on its school holiday program success
Obstacle course franchise business, Ninja Parc has shared its experience of how its child-oriented Ninja Warrior inspired obstacle course performed during the last school...
Dec 3, 2020
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Largest high ropes course in Australia opens on the Sunshine Coast
Australia’s largest high ropes course, and the nation’s first at a shopping centre, has been opened to the public at Sunshine Plaza in Maroochydore. Next Level, a $3-million...
Nov 30, 2020
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Body Fit Training announces exponential growth plan with 50 studios set to open in the next three months
Body Fit Training has revealed plans to open 50 studios in the next three months, and over 100 studios throughout 2021 as it continues to expand its footprint nationwide and...
Nov 26, 2020
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Designs revealed for $225 million upgrade of Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium
The AFL, in conjunction with the Victorian Government, has revealed the designs for the upgrade of Melbourne’s Marvel Stadium precinct with the area to include new cafes,...
Nov 20, 2020
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Sport Singapore partnership aims to divert sport shoes away from landfill into building infrastructure
Sport Singapore and materials science company Dow have announced a pioneering partnership to divert 300,000 pairs of sport shoes away from landfill into building new sports...
Nov 17, 2020
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Australian gym goers spend an average of $79 a month on memberships
Australians spend an average of $79 per month on gym memberships - $948 over a year - with adults aged in their 40s spending the most on their exercise ($100 a month). The...
Nov 5, 2020
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Universal Beijing releases details of rides, attractions and experiences
In advance of its scheduled opening in May 2021, Universal Beijing Resort has released details of its rides, attractions, themed lands and entertainment experiences. Set to...
Nov 4, 2020
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Triniteq’s new POS software offered free to struggling Australian hospitality businesses
Australian technology and services provider, Triniteq, has announced they are offering struggling Australian hospitality and retail businesses their latest Australian-made,...
Oct 31, 2020
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Brisbane Showgrounds host return of Caravanning Queensland Event
One of the Brisbane Showgrounds’ longest-running events, Caravanning Queensland, returns to the venue today under an approved Queensland Health COVIDSafe Plan. Caravanning...
Oct 28, 2020
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Sport supplement market set to be impacted by imminent Australian Government restrictions
A move by the Federal Government to reclassify pre-workout, weight loss and recovery supplements as medicines is set to see many popular products removed from sale in the coming...
Oct 25, 2020
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