News: Wellness
Hong Kong Government to allow reopening of gyms, amusement centres, cinemas and entertainment venues
Having experienced more than 16 consecutive days without a new local Coronavirus infection, authorities in Hong Kong will, as of tomorrow, start reopening most public...
May 7, 2020
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Federal Department of Industry video profiles the fitness industry and Fitness Australia
The Federal Government's Department of Industry, Science, Energy and Resources has released a short video profiling the work of the fitness industry and Fitness Australia....
May 7, 2020
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ExerciseNZ advises Parliament on fitness during alert level two
The Exercise Association of New Zealand (ExerciseNZ) will today be advising the nation’s parliament’s epidemic response committee on how to manage risks associated with COVID-19...
May 6, 2020
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NRL star Robbie Farah to back Vision Personal Training mental health initiative
NRL star Robbie Farah will partner with James Tampion and the members of Vision Personal Training, Lane Cove on Saturday 9th May, to conduct the largest online exercise session...
May 6, 2020
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World Expeditions backs concept of Trans-Tasman tourism bubble
Adventure tourism specialist World Expeditions has responded quickly to the idea of creating a 'trans-Tasman bubble' between Australia and New Zealand to kick-start economic...
May 6, 2020
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The Fitness Playground launches Corporate Employee Responsibility initiative
The Fitness Playground is helping employers empower their employees to overcome working from home challenges by launching a first-of-its-kind Corporate Employee Responsibility...
May 6, 2020
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Fitness Australia survey finds Australians keen to renew gym memberships
A recent consumer survey by Fitness Australia has found more than 85% of gym users will renew their memberships when gyms safely reopen, despite having been away from the gym...
May 6, 2020
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Shanghai Disneyland announces plans for 11th May reopening
Disney has announced that it will begin a phased reopening of its Shanghai theme park as of 11th May. With all its global theme parks closed, the announcement was made at the...
May 6, 2020
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Coronavirus downturn sees sports in country towns struggle
Community sporting clubs, particularly in country towns, are facing "catastrophic" consequences because of Coronavirus, according to the Australian Sports Foundation (ASF). As...
May 6, 2020
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South Australian Government launches new wellbeing strategy
The South Australian Government has launched a new wellbeing strategy, Open Your World to support Australians’ mental, physical, social and community wellbeing. The Open Your...
May 5, 2020
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YMCA warns against long-term impacts of COVID-19 on youth
The YMCA (the Y), Australia’s oldest youth organisation has warned that the impacts of COVID-19 on young people will be long-lasting without interventions and support....
May 5, 2020
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Queensland's reopened national parks attract thousands of visitors
Thousands of Queenslanders returned to nature over the long weekend, following the relaxation of Coronavirus restrictions and the reopening of a number of areas in the state’s...
May 5, 2020
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Federal Government announces support materials for creation of ‘COVIDSafe’ workplaces
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has today announced the development and impending release of support materials and toolkits that will aid businesses in navigating...
May 5, 2020
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Holiday parks provide safe travel options as lockdown eases
Holiday Parks New Zealand (HPNZ) has advised that having operated safely throughout Alert Levels 4 and 3 as essential services, holiday parks are well placed to provide safe...
May 5, 2020
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Campbelltown Aquafit Manager named Club Manager of the Year at 2020 Australian Fitness Awards
The second instalment of the 2020 virtual Australian Fitness Awards has today announced that Campbelltown’s Aquafit Club Manager, Kristen Green, the national winner of the Club...
May 5, 2020
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New cross-country challenge for students enables solo training and racing
A new schools sports initiative has been launched for students that have seen their regular cross- country carnivals cancelled due to Coronavirus restrictions. The Great...
May 4, 2020
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Baseball leads the restart of South Korean sport
Professional sport in South Korea will return today with the opening of a new baseball season, while football and golf scheduled will follow in the coming week. Reported as "a...
May 4, 2020
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Deakin University launches survey to assess how Australians are coping without sport
A new national survey being launched today (5th May 2020) by Deakin University will assess how Australians are coping without formal sport and how we are staying active and...
May 4, 2020
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ASEAN nations agree tourism cooperation efforts amid Coronavirus pandemic
ASEAN member countries have agreed seven areas where they will cooperate to mitigate the Coronavirus impact on each nations tourism industry. With the sector considered the...
May 4, 2020
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Theatre impresario Sir Cameron Mackintosh says West End and Broadway shows will be 'last to go back'
UK-based theatre impresario Sir Cameron Mackintosh believes theatres in London's West End and on New York's Broadway will be closed until next year as a result of the...
May 4, 2020
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Australians' physical activity declines during Coronavirus lockdown
Despite the visible signs of families cycling, walking and running through the suburbs, research undertaken by sport and entertainment consultancy Gemba suggests that 44% of...
May 4, 2020
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Hamilton City Council advises that playgrounds still off limits to keep the community safe
Extra signs and security tape are going up throughout Hamilton to remind people the city’s playgrounds are closed to keep our community safe. Hamilton City Council closed the...
May 3, 2020
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Australian athletes support Lifeline in time of need
The partnership between Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) and Lifeline Australia. now in its second year, will help deliver the impactful community engagement program, with...
May 3, 2020
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Fitness and wellness Industry organisations publish reopening guidance
A number of leading fitness and wellness industry organisations have been publishing reopening standards and toolkits during COVID-19. With fitness, wellness and hospitality...
May 3, 2020
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