News: Retail
Maribyrnong Aquatic Centre's Colombian cafe earns rave reviews
With the offerings of most aquatic centre cafés not being recognised for culinary excellence, the El Toucan Café at the Maribyrnong Aquatic Centre in north western Melbourne is,...
Feb 7, 2019
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Rugby Australia plans for ongoing growth of women's game
Despite missing out to New Zealand for the hosting rights for the 2021 Women’s Rugby World Cup, Rugby Australia is to continue its push to further the growth of the women’s...
Feb 5, 2019
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Queen Victoria Market development to provide community facilities and art gallery
Alongside the $250 million Queen Victoria Market Precinct Renewal program, the City of Melbourne plans to provide $70 million in community facilities in the Munro development...
Jan 30, 2019
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New leadership for Snap Fitness and Fitness on Demand to drive new 'strategic vision'
Lift Brands, the parent company of global fitness franchises and brands - including Snap Fitness, YogaFit and Fitness On Demand - has made changes to its management team in...
Jan 30, 2019
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Tough Mudder looks to secure capital investment for linked fitness club brand
Will Dean, founder and Chief Executive of Tough Mudder obstacle and endurance races has announced that the company is in the process of securing capital investment, setting the...
Jan 22, 2019
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Sports compression brand SKINS files for bankruptcy
Australia’s first sports compression manufacturer, SKINS, has reportedly filed for bankruptcy in Switzerland where the company is now based. A Trustee will be appointed to...
Jan 17, 2019
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Japanese stadia to introduce new cashless smart venue concept
Japanese e-commerce company Rakuten has unveiled details of its fully cashless smart stadium concept, which will be rolled out at the homes of baseball team Tohoku Rakuten...
Jan 17, 2019
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Yeerongpilly Green urban renewal project moves ahead
A $250 million development program at Yeerongpilly Green is forging ahead with the recent launch of the retail precinct for the southern Brisbane urban renewal project. Acting...
Jan 16, 2019
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Innovative swim and performance brand gets Australian launch
Aiming to “shake up” the swimming apparel industry, SWIMZI Australia has launched a new range of ‘water to land’ recreation and performance wear. Developed by entrepreneur Lisa...
Jan 15, 2019
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Hastings District Council reports busy summer season at Splash Planet and community pools
Hastings District Council has advised that people have been heading to the its outdoor pools in droves since just before Christmas, with a “super busy summer season” seeing...
Jan 13, 2019
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ACCC warns against social media ticket scams for sold-out concert tickets
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has warned concertgoers to take extra care online this summer as scammers set sophisticated scalping traps on social...
Jan 10, 2019
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Manchester United agree deal to open entertainment centres in China
Manchester United of the English Premier League has announced that it is to work with Chinese property developer Harves to open a series of club themed entertainment and...
Jan 8, 2019
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Investor named Chairman of expanding Fitstop Australia
Leading functional fitness franchise Fitstop Australia has announced that Stuart Cook will become Chairman of its board following an investment in the business through his...
Jan 7, 2019
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Goodlife opens 24/7 club in Toowoomba
Goodlife Health Clubs has opened its latest gym in the Queensland town of Toowoomba, offering state-of-the-art cardio and strength equipment, a dedicated Functional Training...
Dec 21, 2018
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Ticketek introduces Google Pay Payments API
Ticketek has announced that it will offer the Google Pay Payments API to customers on its app and website - claiming to be the first event ticketing company in Australia to...
Dec 20, 2018
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Anytime Fitness unveils 500th Australian club
Marking a major milestone for its Australian and global fitness community, Anytime Fitness has opened its 500th club in the Queensland community of Goodna. Officially opened...
Dec 19, 2018
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Healthier food and drink options introduced at East Gippsland Council sport and recreation facilities
East Gippsland Shire Council has teamed up with VicHealth and seven other Victorian councils to support the ‘Water in Sport’ project, which aims to promote water as the drink of...
Dec 16, 2018
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Australian shopping centres Climbing New Heights
With Australian shopping centres moving to offer more inclusive community experiences to attract consumers, Iplay Australia have partnered with the Australian distributors and...
Dec 9, 2018
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Viagogo agrees to UK competition authority demands on ticket resales
Ticket reseller Viagogo has advised that it has reached a “ground-breaking settlement” with the UK Competition and Markets Authority bringing an end to the legal dispute between...
Dec 8, 2018
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Myzone launches new class booking feature
Wearable fitness technology leader Myzone is set to complete the final new features in its 2018 road map with the launch of MZ-Book. Like MZ-Instruct, MZ-Book fits in with the...
Dec 4, 2018
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UK court ruling set to see Viagogo having to reimburse fans
Viagogo could be forced to pay back millions of pounds to United Kingdom fans who bought tickets through the site only to be turned away at the door. A landmark court order...
Dec 1, 2018
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Fitness Australia makes FILEX 2019 announcements
FILEX 2019, Australasia’s leading fitness convention, has been launched to the industry, returning to the International Convention Centre Sydney from Friday 12th to Sunday 14th...
Nov 27, 2018
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Barry's Bootcamp opens second Australian gym in Sydney CBD
Following its first Australian opening in Surry Hills, global fitness chain Barry’s Bootcamp has opened its second Sydney facility, a 822 metre² space in the city’s Martin...
Nov 24, 2018
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World Surf League announces Commercial Director appointment
The World Surf League (WSL) has announced the appointment of Scott Hargreaves, the former Global Vice President of Marketing for Billabong, as its new Commercial Director. In...
Nov 19, 2018
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