News: Retail
Tony de Leede ready to launch fifth YogaBar studio
Veteran fitness industry entrepreneur Tony De Leede will next week be opening the fifth of his YogaBar studios in the Sydney CBD. Launched last year, the YogaBar concept offers...
Feb 15, 2017
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World Gym announces Australian expansion plans
US-based World Gym International has announced that it is open 30 new fitness facilities around during 2017 including eight in Australia. While exact locations are yet-to-be...
Feb 12, 2017
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Arabian Gulf nations to tax sugary drinks
Facing a rise in obesity and diabetes, particularly among its children and youth, nations of the Arabian Gulf are to introduce a 100% tax on sugary drinks. A unified tax system...
Feb 12, 2017
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China halts Korean theme park amid missile row
South Korean conglomerate Lotte Group has had work on a major theme park and resort in China halted as tensions mount over a US missile defence system to be installed in South...
Feb 9, 2017
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AFL clubs to commit to games at new Perth stadium
An in principle agreement between the two Perth-based AFL clubs and Perth Stadium operator Venues Live that will confirm the West Coast Eagles and Fremantle Dockers as playing...
Feb 9, 2017
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Timezone plans expansion as shopping malls look to entertainment
Perth-based multi-national amusement business Timezone has signed off on a massive expansion program for its network of family entertainments centres. Having gone through a...
Feb 8, 2017
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Yoga Design Lab launches in Australia
Described by leading fashion magazines Harper’s Bazaar and Vogue as 'stunning works of art’, Yoga Design Lab is a fresh yoga brand that is shaking up the industry with...
Feb 7, 2017
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VMO expands fitness club activities with acquisition of Fit n Fast’s media network
Digital media company VMO (Val Morgan Outdoor) has acquired the media network at Fit n Fast as part of its ongoing plans to expand in the fitness clubs market. With the VMO...
Feb 5, 2017
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IAAPA looks at global expansion with appointment of SeaWorld's Doug Stagner
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has named attractions veteran Doug Stagner as its new Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice...
Feb 2, 2017
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Swimming Australia announces new partnership with Arena
Having ended its 60-year sponsorship with Speedo before Christmas, Swimming Australia has announced a new partnership with swimwear brand arena, that will see the Italian-based...
Jan 31, 2017
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Online event to explore value of Low-Carb diets
At a time of considerable debate between proponents of low-carb diets and traditional nutrition, a special online event ‘Low-Carb Diets - #FadOrFuture?’ is being held on 23rd...
Jan 30, 2017
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Dreamworld opens Australia’s first LEGO Certified Store
Dreamworld has opened Australia’s first LEGO® Certified Store – forming part of a stand-alone precinct at the Gold Coast theme park’s front entry with access from within and...
Jan 27, 2017
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Former Billabong Chief Executive handed eight-year jail sentence for fraud
Former Billabong Chief Executive Matthew Perrin has been sentenced to eight years in jail for fraud over the forging of his former-wife's signature to access more than $13...
Jan 26, 2017
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New SKINS compression tights range to push boundaries of performance
Sports compression wear leader SKINS is aiming to push the boundaries of performance sportswear with their all-new K-PROPRIUM men’s and women’s long tights. Launching globally...
Jan 25, 2017
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Fitness First's Black Label membership delivers exclusive benefits
Fitness First's ongoing move to provide premium exercise and lifestyle services has seen the group introduce two new membership categories. Available at the Fitness First George...
Jan 22, 2017
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Private investors rescue troubled sportswear brand BLK
A private consortium of Fijian and Timor-Leste-based investors has bought troubled sportswear manufacturer BLK from receivers McGrathNicol. The consortium, led by Timor-Leste...
Jan 19, 2017
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Dubai's Global Village aims for increase in visitor numbers
Inspite of the opening of competing new theme parks Dubai’s annual Global Village attraction is anticipating a rise in visitors this year. The seasonal cultural and family...
Jan 18, 2017
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Iron Man Experience opens at Disneyland Hong Kong
Hong Kong Disneyland has opened The Iron Man Experience, the first ever Marvel-themed ride at a Disneyland theme park. The first of a range attractions linked to Marvel products...
Jan 18, 2017
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CORE 9 national expansion begins with first Perth franchise
Fast expanding workout program CORE 9 has announced the launch of its first franchise in Perth and a national expansion, as it looks set to expand its industry reach over the...
Jan 16, 2017
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ONTHEGO Sports announces five year partnership with Hockey Australia
ONTHEGO® Sports has announced a five year partnership with Hockey Australia that will see the Canberra-based apparel firm clothe both national teams – the Kookaburras and the...
Jan 1, 2017
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Aussie World opens new Bombora Bounce family drop and twist tower
Sunshine Coast amusement park Aussie World has opened its latest major attraction, the Bombora Bounce. Opened on Boxing Day, the Italian designed and manufactured family drop...
Dec 26, 2016
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Legoland Japan to open in April 2017
With its bricks falling into place, Legoland Japan has announced that the new theme park will be opened in 1st April 2017. With more than 80% of its facilities complete, the new...
Dec 26, 2016
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FILEX prepares for Sydney return in 2017
Australia and the southern hemisphere’s largest fitness industry convention, FILEX, will be returning to Sydney in 2017, presenting three days of industry education at the new...
Dec 24, 2016
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MPower Media introduces collective buying program for communities and sport clubs
A new rewards program, The Buying Club, introduced by MPower Media aims to bring community clubs and small businesses together to encourage local purchases. The world first...
Dec 24, 2016
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