News: Retail
Snap Fitness strengthens global leadership team
International franchisor Lift Brands, the parent brand for leading fitness franchises including Snap Fitness, 9Round International Franchise, YogaFit Studios Franchise, and...
Aug 19, 2020
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Retail specialist adapts to offer hygiene and sanitation essentials
Adapting to changes in the economy brought about by the Coronavirus crisis, specialist retail and FMCG equipment supplier the Brian Cummins Group (BCG) has diversified its...
Aug 3, 2020
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Xponential's CycleBar brand arrives in Australia with plans for 45 studios
Undeterred by the impact of Coronavirus on the fitness industry, US-based franchise business Xponential Fitness has announced a master franchise agreement for its indoor cycling...
Jul 29, 2020
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Dubai's Global Village to run for 25 weeks from October
The organisers of Dubai’s annual global village attraction have revealed that its 25th season with run for 25 weeks from October with additional various health and safety...
Jul 26, 2020
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Plus Fitness co-founder reflects on ‘incredible journey’ as Viva Leisure acquires master franchisor
With the announcement that Viva Leisure is to acquire the business for a sum of up to $20 million, Nigel Miller, co-founder of Australian Fitness Management, the master...
Jul 23, 2020
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Viva Leisure acquires Plus Fitness' master franchisor for $20 million
Viva Leisure has acquired Australian Fitness Management, the master franchisor of Plus Fitness, for $20 million. Announced today, Viva Leisure's acquisition sees it add 197...
Jul 22, 2020
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Technogym’s Nerio Alessandri says ‘gyms are safe'
Globally renowned wellness champion Nerio Alessandri has outlined his predictions of a boom in business for fitness clubs around the world in the aftermath of the Coronavirus...
Jul 21, 2020
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Lorna Jane fined $40,000 over ‘anti-virus’ claims for new clothing range
Brisbane-based active wear brand Lorna Jane has been fined almost $40,000 over claims that its tops and leggings could protect against Coronavirus. The Therapeutic Goods...
Jul 17, 2020
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Queensland Government ends Cairns Global Tourism Hub process
The Queensland Government has ended the Global Tourism Hub process for Cairns which required international tourists as well as a multi-billion-dollar investment from a global...
Jul 16, 2020
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Lorna Jane accused of ‘cynical exploitation’ of Coronavirus fears to sell active wear
Leading active wear brand Lorna Jane has been criticised by the head of the Royal Australian College of GPs for misleading customers in the promotion of its new range of...
Jul 15, 2020
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9Round looks for franchise expansion in Indonesia and Vietnam
Already operating in 20 countries, 9Round Franchising, LLC has confirmed plans for continued growth across Asia with the recent completion of new master franchise agreements in...
Jul 9, 2020
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Dubai Government allows recreation facilities and spa centres to reopen
The Government of Dubai has advised that the latest easing of its Coronavirus restrictions will see recreation facilities, spas and theme parks able to reopen although they will...
Jul 4, 2020
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F45 reveals plans for listing on US NASDAQ exchange
Australian-founded high-intensity interval training (HIIT) franchise F45 Training is set to list on the NASDAQ exchange in the USA after striking a deal to merge with Crescent...
Jun 26, 2020
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GymNation founder says Dubai needs more affordable gym pricing
Gyms in Dubai are 'overcharging' customers with an 'outdated' pricing model that makes it difficult to stay fit, according to Loren Holland, founder and Chief Executive of...
Jun 24, 2020
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Coronavirus sees more people running
Research from global sports brand ASICS suggests that with fitness and sports facilities closed during the Coronavirus pandemic "the world has fallen in love with running". The...
Jun 21, 2020
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New Queensland retail centre to feature Viva Leisure brands
The developers of the new Yamanto Central in the South East Queensland city of Ipswich have announced that Viva Leisure has secured two sites within the shopping mall where it...
Jun 15, 2020
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Flagship Nike store opens in Bangkok
Nike has opened a massive flagship store in the Thai capital of Bangkok offering shoppers a “fully immersive experience for shoppers in a blend of physical and digital...
Jun 14, 2020
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Brands sever links with CrossFit following Chief Executive's George Floyd tweet
Leading fitness and lifestyle brands including Reebok are moving to end their links with CrossFit after the group's Chief Executive posted a tweet making light of the death of...
Jun 7, 2020
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Research into Coronavirus impact shows almost 70% of Australian casual workers suffering financially
A newly released survey has revealed the extent of the impact of COVID-19 on Australia’s casual workforce, which, proportionally, is one of the largest in the world, with almost...
May 27, 2020
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Jobs in the arts and hospitality could take five years to recover to pre-Coronavirus levels
Employment in the arts and hospitality sectors - hard hit by the Coronavirus crisis - will take more than five years to recover to pre-pandemic levels according to a report from...
May 20, 2020
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New distribution arrangements for SKINS Compression products
Australian sportswear brand SKINS has reemerged with new owners and new distribution arrangements. Having applied for bankruptcy in a Swiss Court in January 2019, the brandwas...
May 17, 2020
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Universal Beijing Resort on target to open 'on time and on budget’
The Universal Beijing Resort is set to open “on time and on budget in 2021” according to Comcast Chief Executive Brian L. Roberts. With 15,000 construction workers on site,...
May 14, 2020
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Gold's Gym files for bankruptcy protection in the USA
US-based fitness group Gold’s Gym, made famous by Arnold Schwarzenegger's 1977 bodybuilding documentary Pumping Iron, has declared bankruptcy, impacted by the economic toll of...
May 7, 2020
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Event cancellations sees Sydney's Carriageworks calling in of administrators
Sydney cultural centre Carriageworks has been forced to call in administrators as a result of the cancellation of dozens of events due to the Coronavirus outbreak. The company...
May 4, 2020
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