News: Wellness
Football NSW issues advice about impacts of poor air quality on player welfare
With the tragic destruction that the east coast bushfires are currently causing, and with Sydney and much of NSW being blanketed by thick smoke and increased air pollution,...
Nov 21, 2019
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Plans move forward for three-tower hotel development next to Dreamworld
Plans for a giant $500 million three-tower hotel development next to Gold Coast theme park Dreamworld are moving ahead following a revamped development application having been...
Nov 20, 2019
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IAKS document charts future global trends for public pools
The Germany-based International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities (IAKS) has released a document exploring future trends for the global aquatics industry, explaining...
Nov 20, 2019
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Healthy Ageing Summit pre-Convention to address behaviours impacting chronic disease
With the Healthy Ageing Summit set to bring together world leading educators from the fitness industry for its inaugural event in Brisbane in March next year, a one day...
Nov 20, 2019
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ExerciseNZ findings endorses new research showing that people becoming more active with the onset of summer
The Exercise Association of New Zealand (ExerciseNZ) has revealed its support of new research which confirms a big jump in the number of people becoming more active as summer...
Nov 19, 2019
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Drug Free Sport NZ holds successful first anti-doping conference
The welfare of athletes and national sports organisations (NSOs) in anti-doping was the theme of Drug Free Sport New Zealand’s (DFSNZ) first annual anti-doping conference, held...
Nov 19, 2019
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True Fitness appoints Leisure Concepts as exclusive Australian distributor
True Fitness, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of commercial cardio, strength and flexibility equipment, has announced the appointment of Leisure Concepts as its...
Nov 18, 2019
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VicHealth offers new funding to sports clubs
Health promotion foundation VicHealth will provide $500,000 in new funding to Victorian sports clubs aiming to get more people across the state physically active to improve...
Nov 18, 2019
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Research shows Baby Boomers as Australia's most active generation
Baby Boomers are the nation’s most active generation, racking up 364 hours of physical activity each year according to new research commissioned by Fitness Australia. Baby...
Nov 17, 2019
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Proposed Victorian bathing trail concept gets international and domestic backing
A recently released blueprint for a Victorian hot springs and bathing tourism strategy is receiving recognition from international and domestic tourism, industry and wellness...
Nov 13, 2019
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Lifeguarding Services Australia to introduce SALTI floating fitness program in NSW Upper Hunter and Central West regions
Growing interest in Australian designed floating fitness platform SALTI will see Lifeguarding Services Australia introduce the new way of keeping active in the NSW Upper Hunter...
Nov 13, 2019
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Geothermal wellness experience opened at Warrnambool's Deep Blue Hotel and Hot Springs
Warrnambool's Deep Blue Hotel and Hot Springs has opened a new Geothermal Bathing Sanctuary offering 15 new wellness experiences. Aided by grants totalling $1.3 million,...
Nov 12, 2019
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Diversity and inclusion at core of New Beginnings Festival
With diversity and inclusion at its core, the Settlement Services International (SSI) New Beginnings Festival welcomes people of all abilities to join the festivities at...
Nov 11, 2019
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Monarto Safari Park to introduce new cooling systems for summer
In preparation for summer, Monarto Safari Park will be keeping animals, visitors and staff cool with new mister systems, extra shade coverings and plenty of water to ensure a...
Nov 10, 2019
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Museums Victoria to phase out unhealthy drink options
As part of a new initiative from Museums Victoria and VicHealth to improve the health and wellbeing of young children, children across Victoria will enjoy healthier drink...
Nov 9, 2019
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Healthy Ageing Summit gathers media and education support
Ken Baldwin, founder of the Healthy Ageing Institute, has advised that the 2020 Healthy Ageing Summit is attracting growing support. Being held in Brisbane from the 27th to 29th...
Nov 9, 2019
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New Zealand's largest waterslide and sustainable thermal pools open at Hanmer Springs
A $4.5 million development, including New Zealand's largest waterslide,The Conical Thrill, and five new thermal pools, The Cascades, have been officially opened at the Hanmer...
Nov 8, 2019
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ACSM predicts top global fitness trends for 2020
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) has predicted that wearable fitness technology - including fitness trackers, smart health watches and heart rate monitors - will...
Nov 7, 2019
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ICC Sydney introduces Edible Centrepieces to feed those in need
International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has unveiled Edible Centrepieces – an innovative, community-driven service which allows both clients and the venue to deliver...
Nov 5, 2019
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Guests at Moreton Island resort hit with gastro bugs after E. coli found in water supply
More than 50 people have been struck down with gastroenteritis at the Tangalooma Island Resort on Moreton Island after E. coli bacteria was found in the drinking water. Managers...
Nov 5, 2019
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Exercise and Sports Science Australia calls for more Government funding to boost physical activity
Referring to data that only 34.1% of Australians are meeting the physical activity and sedentary behaviour guidelines, Exercise and Sports Science Australia (ESSA) is urgently...
Nov 5, 2019
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Hong Kong Disneyland annual 10K event promotes inclusivity and healthy living
This year’s Hong Kong Disneyland (HKDL) Resort’s 10K event held from 2nd to 3rd November encouraged accessibility and sports inclusivity while also demonstrating its continued...
Nov 4, 2019
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ACT has Australia’s most active adults
The Australian Capital Territory has Australia’s most active adults according to Sport Australia’s latest AusPlay survey results that identify sport and physical activity habits...
Nov 3, 2019
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New Platform gym opening coincides with third Dubai Fitness Challenge
With Dubai's annual Fitness Challenge underway, the Platform gym group has opened its second gym in the city. Located in the Index Towers at the Dubai International Financial...
Nov 3, 2019
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