News: Retail
Club Lime opens 17th facility in West Belconnen
Club Lime, the largest health and fitness provider in the ACT, has opened its latest club - Club Lime Kippax, located in the heart of West Belconnen. Club Lime Kippax is the...
Aug 6, 2017
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Peak Sport to equip Basketball Australia through to 2020
Basketball Australia has announced a new four year apparel partnership with global sportswear brand PEAK Sport. The new agreement will see PEAK provide on-court, training and...
Aug 4, 2017
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Collective Wellness Group energises Orangetheory Fitness in Australia
Having sold 40 Orangetheory franchises since taking on the brand's master franchise earlier this year, the Collective Wellness Group (CWG), headed by Anytime Fitness Australia...
Aug 3, 2017
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Pilates Studio transforms business with nutrition and diet
The enCore Fitness centre in the Sydney suburb of St Ives has used the Ultra Lite Ketogenic diet program to enhance its member offering and boost its business. The Pilates...
Aug 1, 2017
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F45 becomes Australia's fastest growing fitness studio network
The ongoing success of F45 studios has seen the group acknowledged as Australia's fastest growing fitness network and the nation’s fastest growing franchise. With close to 500...
Jul 28, 2017
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Final keynote speaker confirmed for inaugural industry communications and marketing summit
Shannon Walker, Executive Director of the Australian Sporting Goods Association (ASGA), has been confirmed as the final keynote speaker who will address the upcoming Leisure...
Jul 27, 2017
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Survey shows Fernwood delivers Australia’s most satisfied fitness club members
For the third time in four years, Fernwood has topped Canstar Blue’s ratings for customer satisfaction among commercial gym chains in Australia. Heading Australia’s major...
Jul 26, 2017
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Ladies Professional Golf Association sets strict new dress code regulations for players
The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) has taken the decision to enforce a strict new dress code, banning plunging necklines, leggings and short skirts, for...
Jul 23, 2017
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Poor ticket sales see Legoland Japan reduce opening days
With visitor numbers reportedly much lower than predicted, the recently opened Legoland Japan is to close for two days a week. Opened in April this year, the first Legoland...
Jul 21, 2017
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Countdown to 2017 NZ Fitness & Health Expo
To be held in Auckland on 28th and 29th October, the sixth NZ Fitness & Health Expo is set to continue being an integral part in the success of the fitness industry in New...
Jul 20, 2017
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New Brisbane suburb to benefit from $30 million in parks and public infrastructure
The Queensland Government is to invest $30 million in community infrastructure and green space for the new $850 million master-planned Yeerongpilly Green development. The...
Jul 15, 2017
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UFC GYM increases Arabian Gulf footprint with new location in Bahrain
UFC GYM® is continuing the expansion of its global footprint into the Middle East with the opening of a new signature gym in Bahrain. Located in the Kingdom’s Al Raya Mall is...
Jul 12, 2017
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Plus Fitness Northmead celebrates 21 years and a new franchisee
Plus Fitness Northmead, the very first gym in the Plus Fitness portfolio, has reached 21 years of servicing the health and fitness needs of people in the north-west Sydney...
Jul 6, 2017
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Anytime Fitness looks to open up to 500 franchises in China by 2020
Having been granted a licence to franchise across China, international fitness group Anytime Fitness is aiming to open up to 500 gyms in the country by 2020. Since opening its...
Jul 4, 2017
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Magic Memories to provide personalised imaging experience at Melbourne Museum
Magic Memories has announced the opening of a new imaging experience at Melbourne Museum, just in time for its new exhibition - Bug Lab. The exhibit, created by Weta Workshop...
Jun 26, 2017
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F45 expands UK presence with 50 franchises sold
Australian-based fitness group F45 is expanding its presence in the United Kingdom with 50 franchises sold and 15 studios expected to be up and running in the country by the end...
Jun 25, 2017
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Magic Memories appoints new head of North American operations
Magic Memories, the global leader in capturing, creating and sharing memories, has announced the appointment of George Reider as North American Chief Executive. Reporting to...
Jun 20, 2017
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Shanghai Disneyland welcomes more than 11 million guests in first year
As floating lanterns representing good fortune for the past, present and future hovered overheard, last Friday saw the Shanghai Disney Resort mark its first year of full...
Jun 18, 2017
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Winterworld Australia to operate in two Perth locations through June and July
Offering a range of snow and ice related activities including an open-air ice-skating rink, falling snow, live music, winter inspired activities and entertainment, Winterworld...
Jun 17, 2017
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From Melbourne amusement arcades to San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge
No Sense Entertainment, a business started in Melbourne supplying amusement arcade machines in 2004, has recently secured its most prestigious contract, providing San...
Jun 8, 2017
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Queensland club drops Anytime Fitness branding to become first DY Gym Australia site
Having occupied a prime spot in the Warwick CBD for over five years, the Anytime Fitness club in the South East Queensland town is changing its branding to that of a new global...
Jun 6, 2017
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Warner Bros. Movie World to open southern hemisphere’s largest HyperCoaster
After 18 months of speculation, Warner Bros. Movie World have revealed details of their latest attraction, a ‘HyperCoaster’ that will open at the Gold Coast theme park later...
Jun 5, 2017
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Speedo announces partnership with Australia's 2018 Commonwealth Games swim team
While having ended its long term sponsorship with Swimming Australia at the end of last year, Speedo Australia has been announced as a sponsor of the Australian Commonwealth...
Jun 2, 2017
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Dreamworld announces winter promotions and reconciliation activities
Gold Coast theme park Dreamworld has announced a series of initiatives to boost visitation through the winter months, including special offer passes and late night openings....
Jun 2, 2017
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