News: Wellness
Fitness Australia Chief Executive slams ‘potentially damaging’ FITREC claims
Fitness Australia Chief Executive Barrie Elvish has hit back at criticism of its Quality Assurance Employment initiative made by Dennis Hosking of fitness registration body...
Oct 7, 2020
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One in five of the world's gyms remain closed
A new international survey from athletic apparel website RunRepeat has revealed that a fifth of the world’s fitness facilities remain closed despite lockdown measures being...
Oct 6, 2020
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Boutique start-up gym founder flags challenges of post-Coronavirus operations
Simon Anderson, co-founder of fitness studio SOMA Collection has shared his experiences of how the boutique gym in Sydney’s CBD has adapted to changes brough about by the...
Oct 4, 2020
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The Y NSW offers free training for HSC Students
The YMCA NSW (the Y) is inviting HSC students to train for free at their nearest Y and destress throughout the hectic exam period. With exams starting on 20th October, the Y NSW...
Oct 4, 2020
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Virtuagym study shows significant COVID-19 recovery by European gyms
By analysing the data of over 6,000 European fitness clubs with almost five million members, Virtuagym, a provider of online and mobile coaching technology for fitness...
Oct 3, 2020
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Anxiety expert considers new Yamanto Central shopping centre could improve mental health
While many parts of the retail sector are struggling due to the impact of COVID, Pauline McKinnon, a leading counsellor, psychotherapist and anxiety expert, believes that...
Oct 2, 2020
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City of Fremantle celebrates WA Bike Month
The City of Fremantle is promoting a healthier lifestyle by encouraging Fremantle residents to participate in cycling during WA Bike Month, held from 1st to 31st October. Bike...
Oct 1, 2020
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National Sporting Organisations commit to Trans and Gender Diverse Inclusion Measures
At a launch held today at the Sydney Cricket Ground, leading national sporting organisations (NSOs) unveiled their policies and guidelines relating to the participation and...
Oct 1, 2020
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Athletes, Sporting Clubs and Organisations recognised for LGBTQ inclusion
Rugby Australia, Cricket Australia, Tennis Australia, Cricket Victoria, Football Federation Australia and National Rugby League are among other sporting organisations and...
Sep 30, 2020
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Outdoors NSW and ACT named finalist in Western Sydney Awards for Business Excellence
Outdoors NSW and ACT Chief Executive, Lori Modde has been named finalist in the Outstanding Business Leader category of the 2020 Western Sydney Awards for Business Excellence...
Sep 30, 2020
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NZREPS highlights benefits of movement for women’s health and wellness
The New Zealand Register of Exercise Professionals (NZREPs) has highlighted the benefits of movement for women’s health and wellness advising that keeping active throughout life...
Sep 28, 2020
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Racing and Wagering Western Australia unveils new racehorse welfare facility
Western Australia's new dedicated, multipurpose racehorse facility in North Dandalup has been unveiled, with the Off the Track WA (OTTWA) Estate now retraining and transitioning...
Sep 28, 2020
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Aktive appoints Manu Pihama as Maori Partnership Manager
The appointment by Aktive of Manu Pihama as its Maori Partnership Manager aims to strengthen important aspects of the organisation’s Treaty Partnership and to align with its...
Sep 28, 2020
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No change to fitness centre restrictions as Victorian Government eases lockdown measures
Yesterday’s announcement by the Victorian Government that it will be rolling back COVID-19 restrictions as the Coronavirus recedes, while seeing a lifting of the night curfew...
Sep 28, 2020
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Work commences on new aquatic, arts and recreation facility in Batemans Bay
Work has commenced on the new aquatic, arts and recreation precinct for Mackay Park in Batemans Bay - situated on the New South Wales south coast - which will include a 25-metre...
Sep 27, 2020
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Sport NZ encourages people to get out and exercise
With research showing a post-lockdown decline in participation levels, Sport NZ is encouraging New Zealanders to take full advantage of daylight savings by getting outdoors and...
Sep 27, 2020
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Surfing Victoria re-launches Coasting for Teens program with COVIDSafe plan in Regional Victoria
Surfing Victoria has announced the re-commencement of its Coasting for Teens programs in regional Victoria starting next Tuesday 29th September in Inverloch and Torquay. An...
Sep 24, 2020
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Agenda and speakers confirmed for October’s World Fitness and Wellness Online Summit
The organisers of the World Fitness & Wellness Online Summit on 7th October have confirmed what they call “another world-class speaker line-up” for the event. Hosted by FIT...
Sep 24, 2020
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Ecotourism Australia implores governments for ongoing support of natural attractions and ecotourism experiences
In an open letter to Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison, Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg, State Premiers and Territory Chief Ministers, Ecotourism Australia has...
Sep 24, 2020
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City of Greater Bendigo encourages gyms and fitness group operators to book outdoor spaces
The City of Greater Bendigo is encouraging gyms wanting to take classes outdoors and commercial fitness operators running group fitness sessions to book outdoor recreation space...
Sep 24, 2020
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Hudson Institute recognised for its commitment to workplace health and wellbeing
The Hudson Institute of Medical Research has received Victorian Government recognition for all health areas within the Healthy Workplaces Achievement Program. The Healthy...
Sep 24, 2020
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Gold’s Gym Port Kennedy holds 'Survivor' fundraising challenge
Gold's Gym Port Kennedy, situated south of Perth, is celebrating surviving eight years in business by holding a special event on 26th September that will see contestants of...
Sep 23, 2020
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WW research raises concerns about Australians' perceived health versus reality
Independent online research conducted by YouGov on behalf of wellness company WW (formerly known as Weight Watchers) - the WW Habits for Healthy Living Report - surveyed 1,071...
Sep 23, 2020
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Tokyo 2020 organisers outline Coronavirus protection plans for Olympic participants
Organisers of next year’s Tokyo Olympics will require Games athletes to submit to a COVID-19 test before and on arrival in Japan as part of proposed Coronavirus countermeasures....
Sep 23, 2020
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