News: Retail
WNBL launch 2024/25 season at Foot Locker with a new major partner revealed
Representatives from all eight teams of the Cygnett Women’s National Basketball League (WNBL) officially launched the 2024/25 season today at Foot Locker’s first reimagined...
Oct 22, 2024
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STRONG Pilates announces acceleration of USA expansion
Australian fitness franchise, STRONG Pilates has announced the acceleration of its USA expansion with over 100 new studios confirmed across the country. The announcement of the...
Oct 21, 2024
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Revo Fitness brings affordable, high-quality fitness options to the Mandurah community
Fast growing Perth-based gym chain Revo Fitness is today opening a new facility in Mandurah - Australia’s fastest-growing city - bringing its accessible, high-quality fitness...
Oct 21, 2024
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Jetts Fitness welcomes AUSactive award wins
Jetts Fitness has highlighted a week of successes, securing two awards at the 2024 AUSactive National Awards while celebrating the opening of new and refurbished gyms across...
Oct 20, 2024
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Federal Government announces plans to halt dynamic ticket pricing and ‘subscription traps’
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has today announced plans to protect consumers and suppliers by banning unfair trading practices under the Australian Consumer Law....
Oct 15, 2024
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Foot Locker signs as major partner of WNBL
Leading footwear and apparel retailer, Foot Locker, has signed as a major partner of the Women's National Basketball League (WNBL) for the 2024-25 season. In celebration of the...
Oct 9, 2024
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Flagship Fitness First club to close after 20 years
The Fitness First Platinum Gym in the Westfield Shopping Centre at Sydney’s Bondi Junction is to close after the group failed to secure a lease for the facility. The club,...
Oct 4, 2024
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Boutique Fitness Studios approaches launch of 50th outlet
Boutique Fitness Studios (BFS) has announced that it is about to hit a major milestone with the upcoming launch of its 50th studio in the Perth suburb of Mount Pleasant. The...
Oct 2, 2024
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Chimelong Group and Coca-Cola China announce five-year partnership
Theme park operator Chimelong Group entered into a five year strategic partnership with beverage giant Coca-Cola China on 27th September to boost the guest experience at...
Oct 2, 2024
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Germany’s FIBO announces KSM-66 Ashwagandha as inaugural title sponsor
Germany’s FIBO, a leading fitness industry trade show, has for the first time in its 40-year history, announced its inaugural title sponsor: KSM-66 Ashwagandha. The partnership...
Oct 1, 2024
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rebel and adidas partner in Lifeline mental health campaign fronted by Mary Fowler
rebel - a leading sports retailer and principal partner of non-profit organisation Lifeline - has partnered with adidas to launch the ‘Lifeline Collection’ to raise awareness...
Sep 30, 2024
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StretchLab joins AUSactive as group business member
Xponential Fitness owned StretchLab franchise - one of the newest wellness concepts to open in Australia - has joined AUSactive as a group business member to help elevate their...
Sep 30, 2024
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Melbourne's Wildsoul Wellness looks to expand with franchise opportunities
Wildsoul Wellness is looking to expand beyond its current location in the Melbourne suburb of Mordialloc by offering franchises to opportunities to the industry. Wildsoul...
Sep 29, 2024
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Decathlon offers free fitness classes for Sydneysiders
Sports retailer, Decathlon Australia, is running a series of free fitness classes in the heart of Sydney's CBD until the end of September 2024. The free fitness class offer is...
Sep 23, 2024
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The Yard Gym collaborates with STAX to redefine trainer wear
The Yard Gym boutique strength and conditioning space, catering to all fitness levels and age groups, has announced a new collaboration with activewear brand STAX, becoming the...
Sep 19, 2024
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Thailand plans to boost tourism with ‘manufactured attractions’
Entertainment complexes, water parks and learning centres are among the attraction projects being considered by Thailand to boost its tourism. While Thailand is usually...
Sep 18, 2024
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LEGOLAND Shanghai Resort debuts at 2024 Shanghai Tourism Festival
Merlin Entertainments has previewed its LEGOLAND® Shanghai Resort at the 35th Shanghai Tourism Festival - leading the parade with a themed float built out of 25x scaled LEGO...
Sep 16, 2024
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Viva Leisure launches new health and wellness initiative
Viva Leisure has introduced The Supp Society, which it describes as “a dynamic new brand dedicated to enhancing your health and wellness journey”. Introducing the brand, the ASX...
Sep 15, 2024
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New sport and entertainment offerings announced for Mandurah Forum
The Mandurah Forum – a spacious retail and entertainment destination south-west of Perth - is being transformed with new offerings. Specially curated to cater for local...
Sep 13, 2024
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Consumer Affairs Victoria approve Melbourne Royal Showbags
Consumer Affairs Victoria inspectors have officially approved showbags for this year’s Melbourne Royal Show with the showbags having passed the mandatory safety checks. The...
Sep 12, 2024
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Streetwear brand calls on major Royal Shows to block counterfeit vendors
A family-owned Australian streetwear brand has called on the Royal Agricultural Societies across Australia - including the Sydney Royal Easter Show and the Melbourne Royal Show...
Sep 11, 2024
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PGA of Australia announces new major partnership with Rolex
The PGA of Australia’s new major partnership with Rolex - the prestigious Swiss watchmaker - sees Rolex become Official Timekeeper of the BMW Australian PGA Championship, one of...
Sep 11, 2024
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2024 Royal Hobart Show to feature Bluey Live interactive experience
Organisers of the Royal Hobart Show have advised that an interactive experience featuring popular children’s character Bluey is to be one of its entertainment highlights. As...
Sep 9, 2024
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Hamleys toy retailer to open interactive play area in Dubai
Hamleys, the world’s oldest and largest toy retailer, is set to open a new toy store with an impressive indoor interactive play area in Dubai. Hamleys Play at Dubai Hills Mall...
Aug 21, 2024
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