News: Wellness
Maroondah City Council trials Walking Football program to promote positive healthy ageing
Walking Football, a modified version of football that involves no running or tackling is an emerging sport for the over-50s. In partnership with U3A Croydon and the Melbourne...
May 28, 2019
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ESSA launches Reconciliation Action Plan during National Reconciliation Week
Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA), in consultation with Reconciliation Australia, is officially launching its Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). ESSA considers...
May 28, 2019
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Sport Australia and AIS welcome new Minister for Sport
Sport Australia and the Australian Institute of Sport have welcomed the appointment of Richard Colbeck as the new Federal Minister for Sport, advising that they look forward to...
May 26, 2019
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UniSA and ADF collaborate in supporting Adaptive Sports
The University of South Australia (UniSA) and the Australian Defence Force (ADF) have formalised a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for Adaptive Sports. The MOU will see final...
May 26, 2019
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Health and Wellbeing Hub a step closer to replacing St Albans Leisure Centre
The proposed Health and Wellbeing Hub to replace the St Albans Leisure Centre in the City of Brimbank is now one step closer to becoming a reality following the finalisation of...
May 23, 2019
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Organisers announce postponement of New Zealand Fitness Expo
Exhibitions and Events NZ Ltd have announced the postponement of the 2019 NZ Fitness & Health Expo. In an announcement on its website, the organisers advised “once we have...
May 23, 2019
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Lifesaving defibrillators delivered to Macleay aquatic centres
Three of Kempsey Shire Council’s aquatic centres have taken delivery of defibrillators that will benefit pool patrons by improving emergency first aid responses. Jointly funded...
May 22, 2019
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Australian Marine Conservation Society responds to Queensland's Adani Announcement
The Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) is calling on the Queensland Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk not to rush through Adani’s dangerous coal project and to protect...
May 22, 2019
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Study suggests that more children would eat healthier if inspired by role models
BRAND POST: Leading domestic appliance brand Beko has today released the results of a global survey that reveals a gap in children's knowledge in healthy eating compared to...
May 21, 2019
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CBG Architects complete Hepburn Springs Escape Villas
Design practice CBG Architects have completed the Hepburn Springs Escape Villas - a set of 14 short-stay pods situated on the grounds of the Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa in...
May 20, 2019
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Sport Australia acknowledges volunteers during 2019 National Volunteer Week
With an estimated 2.3 million Australians volunteering their effort to sport and physical activity each year, Sport Australia Chief Executive Kate Palmer is encouraging every...
May 20, 2019
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Australia Zoo highlights the importance of bees on World Bee Day
With the rapid decline of bees, our planet and the future of humankind is under threat. Today, 20th May is World Bee Day and Australia Zoo are spreading the important message of...
May 19, 2019
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Australian Innovative Systems’ Elena Gosse breaks event history at Dancing CEOs 2019
Australian Innovative Systems’ Chief Executive, Elena Gosse has broken the fundraising record at the 2019 Queensland Dancing CEOs event after raising $83,550 individually as...
May 18, 2019
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Cultural approaches to activity the key to tackling obesity for women
With the health benefits of a physically active lifestyle widely known and having been extensively examined, New Zealand’s Massey University, with collaboration from researchers...
May 17, 2019
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Merlin Entertainments signs up to global disability campaign
Leading global attractions operator Merlin Entertainments has announced today that it has become a member of The Valuable 500 - a global initiative aimed to raise awareness and...
May 16, 2019
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New Zealand Government promises world-first ‘wellbeing’ budget
Child poverty, domestic violence and mental health will be the priorities in a world-first ‘wellbeing budget’, set to be announced by New Zealand Finance Minister Grant...
May 15, 2019
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Club Lime further expands ACT presence with Conder club opening
Fast growing fitness club owner Viva Leisure is continuing with its ambitious expansion plans, opening the doors to its fourth new facility this month, in the ACT’s southern...
May 15, 2019
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Parks and Leisure Australia report focuses on health and wellbeing challenges
Parks and Leisure Australia (PLA) has released a Health and Wellbeing position paper outlining what it sees as the key health and wellbeing challenges facing the industry. The...
May 14, 2019
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Women In Fitness Association welcomes Virgin Active South East Asia as first global club partner
The Women In Fitness Association (WIFA) has announced a partnership with Virgin Active South East Asia that has seen 41 women from Virgin Active SEA facilities become individual...
May 14, 2019
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Waterplay releases Aquatic Therapy features designed for Aquatic Centres
Leading aquatic play solutions company Waterplay Solutions is taking its Restorative Spray 1 and 2 to the global market. The Restorative Sprays by Waterplay promote physical...
May 13, 2019
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Partnership sees release of updated Adult Pre-Exercise Screening System for the fitness industry
In collaboration with Fitness Australia and Sports Medicine Australia (SMA), Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) has today announced the launch of the newly developed...
May 13, 2019
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‘Perfect’ desert wellness retreat opens in Abu Dhabi
Set deep in the desert landscape of Abu Dhabi, the Talise Spa at the new Jumeirah Al Wathba Desert Resort and Spa is being acclaimed as a hallmark intimate destination offering...
May 12, 2019
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ESSA focuses on Active Ageing during Exercise Right Week 2019
Exercise Right Week is an annual campaign run by Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) from the 20th – 26th May 2019 during which they are aiming to inspire Australians to...
May 10, 2019
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Australians spend up to $250 per month on exercise and wellness
New research from St.George Bank has found that Australians are spending up to $250 per month on being healthy and getting fit, with 100% of those surveyed buying health...
May 8, 2019
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