News: Wellness
Les Mills appoints Brandwave Marketing to boost business strategy
Global group fitness leaders Les Mills has appointed sports consultancy Brandwave Marketing as one of its strategic agencies, with the businesses working together to build Les...
Sep 27, 2017
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ESSA highlights how physical activity is beneficial for all ages
Marking Active Ageing Week from 24th to 30th September, Exercise & Sports Science Australia (ESSA) is calling for physical activity and exercise to be included as a routine part...
Sep 27, 2017
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Funlab to stage Australia’s first National Fun Day
With 21 locations across Australia offering bowling, laser tag, karaoke, mini golf and trampolines, Funlab is to stage Australia’s first National Fun Day on Tuesday 24th October...
Sep 27, 2017
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Report shows small decrease in preventable drowning in New Zealand
Water Safety New Zealand (WSNZ) has released the final figures for drowning fatalities and hospitalisations for 2016. Of the 107 people who died by drowning in New Zealand in...
Sep 27, 2017
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Fitness Show announces content integration agreement with FILEX
Australia’s Fitness Show, the largest exhibition of its type in the southern hemisphere, has today announced an agreement with FILEX to integrate components of the FILEX program...
Sep 26, 2017
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Physical literacy moves towards a national standard
The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) has released a definition of physical literacy that will underpin a national standard designed to guide the expected physical abilities of...
Sep 26, 2017
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Dedicated cycleway plan for Sydney Harbour Bridge
Plans have been released for a new dedicated cycleway will link Sydney and its Harbour Bridge, providing increased safety and improved access for the thousands of cyclists who...
Sep 25, 2017
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ESSA Relaunches Exercise Right for Kids
In order to continue raising awareness of the benefits of exercise in children who may be living with a chronic condition, or at risk of developing one, Exercise & Sports...
Sep 25, 2017
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Women's fitness needs and opportunities to be explored at fourth annual Summit
Offering the opportunity for fitness club operators and managers to attain better results from their female clients and to connect with like-minded allied health professionals,...
Sep 24, 2017
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Maori legends aim to bring Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa to life
Recently announced plans to develop the Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa in Rotorua are aiming to highlight the essence of the region, its people - past and present - and Maori...
Sep 24, 2017
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Helping Indigenous people in regional cities to attain healthy lifestyles
A first-of-its-type study calls on planners of physical activity programs to consider the role of family connections in influencing participation by Indigenous people in...
Sep 21, 2017
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Seventh IHRSA ChinaFit event to share cutting-edge management concepts
Following the success of previous editons of the ChinaFit/IHRSA China Management Forum, ChinaFit and the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) will be...
Sep 20, 2017
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Goldfields Oasis’ exercise program for Kalgoorlie miners wins Fitness Australia Award
The Goldfields Oasis recreation centre’s Pledge to Park Run, an exercise program aimed at local Kalgoorlie miners, has taken out Fitness Australia's National #ActiveCommunities...
Sep 19, 2017
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Les Mills and UNICEF seal global partnership
Global fitness organisation Les Mills has announced a partnership with UNICEF built around the goal of creating a world where every child survives and thrives. Together with its...
Sep 19, 2017
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Aquamoves looks to the future
With its Aquamoves facility having celebrated 20 years of operations in August, Greater Shepparton City Council is planning the future of its premier aquatic and recreation...
Sep 19, 2017
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New Zealand's major parties quizzed on exercise and fitness
In the run up to Saturday’s national election, the Exercise Association of New Zealand (ExerciseNZ) has asked the major political parties for their stance on health-related...
Sep 18, 2017
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Stacey Aldous named national AUSTSWIM WETS Aqua Instructor of the Year
AUSTSWIM National Awards have seen Stacey Aldous named as the winner of the AUSTSWIM WETS Instructor™ Award. Aldous, who will be recognised at the 2017 National AUSTSWIM...
Sep 17, 2017
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Sports Commission looks to offer child safeguarding framework for sport
The Australian Sports Commission (ASC) has announced plans to develop a national child safe sport framework, including advisory toolkits for national sporting organisations, to...
Sep 16, 2017
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Tough Mudder Chief Executive releases account of building his obstacle race movement
Will Dean, Chief Executive of Tough Mudder, has released a book outlining where the company came from, why it is has been a success and where it might go in the future. It Takes...
Sep 15, 2017
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Survey reveals 10 things New Zealanders hate about gyms
New Zealand gym goers dislike ‘equipment hoggers’, people who do not use a towel while using gym equipment and dirty changing rooms according to a survey from Canstar Blue....
Sep 15, 2017
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Les Mills' New Zealand gyms win customer satisfaction award
Les Mills’ New Zealand gyms, the facilities arm of global group fitness phenomenon Les Mills, have been recognised for delivering the most satisfied customers in the local...
Sep 13, 2017
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Small increase in Australia’s annual drowning numbers
The newly released Royal Life Saving National Drowning Report 2017 shows 291 people died as a result of drowning in Australia in the 2016/17 financial year, a 3% increase on the...
Sep 11, 2017
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Greg Hurst returns to Chief Executive role at the Fitness Network
Greg Hurst, a founder of the Fitness Leader Network, which evolved into the Australian Fitness Network, has returned to the organisation to again take on the role of Chief...
Sep 11, 2017
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New Virgin Active concept to open at Sydney's Barangaroo
Virgin Active Health Clubs are to launch a new global facility concept with the opening of a club within Sydney’s Barangaroo development. Located on a floor adjacent to...
Sep 10, 2017
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