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New gym to feed exercise cravings
Platinum Addiction, a new gym on Sydney's Northern Beaches, has been created out of a desire to make a difference in people's lives. The Warriewood facility has been created by...
Jun 18, 2012
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Sesame Street comes to Universal Studios Singapore
Resorts World Sentosa, Universal Parks & Resorts and Sesame Workshop (the non-profit educational organisation behind the Sesame Street brandname), have announced that Sesame...
Jun 16, 2012
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KidZania Singapore set to open on Sentosa Island
The Sentosa Development Corporation and Themed Attractions and Resorts (TAR) have announced that indoor 'edutainment' theme park, KidZania, will soon be opening on Singapore's...
Jun 7, 2012
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EnVie for Women fitness franchise launches
David Hundt, who in 2004 bought the Australian rights for the Contours Express franchise, has launched a new women's fitness proposition. Eschewing what he describes as the...
Jun 7, 2012
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Happy winter days in Canberra
The ACT Government has launched a $500,000 winter tourism campaign to support ACT tourism operators through the traditionally quieter winter months. Explaining the campaign, ACT...
Jun 6, 2012
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Vivafit announces Malaysian expansion
Portuguese female-only fitness and nutrition franchise, Vivafit has revealed plans to open up to 200 health clubs in Malaysia. The expanison comes as a result of an agreement...
May 31, 2012
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Precor Australia seek sales professionals for key marketing roles
The recently opened Australian office of fitness equipment manufacturer Precor is seeking to fill four commercial sales positions. The vacancies are for a Melbourne-based Inside...
May 30, 2012
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Stepz Fitness opens seventh franchise in Brisbane's Cannon Hill
24/7 gym franchise Stepz Fitness has opened its seventh and biggest club yet in Brisbane's east. The company-owned club is located in Cannon Hill Shopping Centre and occupies...
May 24, 2012
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Gecko Kids Fitness refines partnership model
With 35 franchises operating across Australia, children's activity provider Gecko Kids Fitness has refined its partnership model with host facilities. Founded in 2006, Gecko...
May 18, 2012
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Business roundtable for Personal Trainers
Active Management and PTBizCoach, the leaders in business solutions for the fitness industry, have announced the launch of NSW REX (Roundtables for Executives) for Personal...
May 17, 2012
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Yas Island waterpark to open by year end
The highly anticipated Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi is set to open its doors only in the fourth quarter of 2012. The US$163 million water park, developed by Abu Dhabi real estate...
May 17, 2012
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Nike continues backing of Asian football
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has announced an extension to its commercial agreement with Nike. The renewed deal with the US sportswear giant, which has been an...
May 16, 2012
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Jetts wins top New Zealand award for customer satisfaction
Leading 24/7 gym chain Jetts, continues to win industry awards, collecting the inaugural Canstar Blue Most Satisfied Customers' award for gyms in New Zealand. The win comes just...
Apr 27, 2012
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Ageing population presents opportunites for fitness clubs
In an increasingly competitive fitness environment with new clubs entering the market and existing chains expanding, fitness marketing experts CFM have helped their independent...
Apr 26, 2012
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London Olympic Games fend off claims that uniforms are being made in foreign sweatshops
London Olympic Games organisers and sporting goods manufacturer adidas are investigating claims that uniforms and kit for the London Olympics are being manufactured in...
Apr 21, 2012
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Sydney Royal Easter Show is good to go
NSW Fair Trading Minister Anthony Roberts has announced the results of Sydney Royal Easter Show safety checks by Fair Trading inspectors. Minister Roberts assured Show patrons...
Apr 5, 2012
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Gecko kids fitness program launches at Goldfields Oasis
The Goldfields Oasis Recreation Centre is set to launch Gecko specialised children's fitness program running twice a week from 24th April. Prior to the launch the...
Apr 4, 2012
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Zumba Fitness presents Australia's first ever fitness concert
Thousands of Zumba Fitness participants are expected to to take part in Australia's first ever Zumba® Fitness-Concert in Sydney on Saturday 28th April. Taking place alongside...
Mar 30, 2012
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Most weight loss pills are 'scams' says professor
A leading public health expert has suggested that most of the 1,000 weight loss products on sale in Australia are scams. Dr Ken Harvey, an Adjunct Associate Professor in La...
Mar 23, 2012
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Singapore's first Olympic-size ice rink to open in April
A new skating experience is set to be offered at The Rink, Singapore's first Olympic-size ice rink, located in the new JCube shopping mall in Jurong East. The Singapore Sports...
Mar 22, 2012
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Lorna Jane fashion stores launch motivational Facebook application
Lifestyle clothing brand Lorna Jane is launching an empowering Facebook application, You Look Fit, allowing women to tag their friends' photos with pre-selected compliments to...
Mar 17, 2012
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Olympic swimmers to shun new generation Speedo swimsuits?
When Australia's top swimmers meet to contest Olympic selection at the national championships at the South Austalian State Aquatic & Leisure Centre this week, it appears most...
Mar 14, 2012
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Indoor snow park planned for Riyadh mall
Developers have unveiled plans for a massive indoor snow attraction in the Saudi Arabian capital Riyadh. The Al Othaim Investment and Real Estate Development Company has secured...
Mar 14, 2012
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Plus Fitness 24/7 opens 20th outlet
All-hours access gym chain, Plus Fitness 24/7 is opening its 20th club this week - with 18 more outlets scheduled for opening across Australia. Franchisors John Fuller and Nigel...
Mar 6, 2012
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