News: Wellness
Sport NSW teams with Randwick Council and UNSW to present Girls Get Active Day
Sport NSW and Randwick City Council, with the support of the University of NSW have joined together come together to present a Girls Get Active Day on Wednesday 7th June. The...
Jun 5, 2017
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Byron Bay resort launches Conference Wellness Program
The Byron at Byron Resort and Spa has launched a Conference Wellness Program to deliver carefully curated all-inclusive corporate wellness experiences to nourish the soul and...
Jun 4, 2017
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New Zealand guidelines to engage children in lifelong activity
The New Zealand Government has launched new guidelines to support families in raising healthy under-fives by providing comprehensive advice on physical activity, active play,...
Jun 1, 2017
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ASSA gains backing of two new partners
The Australian Swim Schools Association (ASSA) has secured two new Partners in its Preferred Suppliers categories: protective ear drops brand SwimSeal and water analysis...
May 30, 2017
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New music licencing body proposes ‘simplified’ scheme for exercise providers
Australia’s new combined music licensing body is planning to introduce a “simplified ... one-stop Shop” for exercise providers’ music licence needs when it begins operating in...
May 29, 2017
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Successful gym owners share their secrets
Fast growing fitness industry consultancy Gym Hub is to stage the latest in its Titans of the Fitness Industry series, with upcoming one-day workshops in Brisbane and Sydney....
May 28, 2017
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Jonas Leisure introduces new customer service portal
Leading industry software and management systems provider Jonas Leisure is introducing a new customer service portal for users of Gladstone Health & Leisure, Centaman and Envibe...
May 25, 2017
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Fitness Australia opens 2017 Awards Program for nominations
Fitness Australia is inviting nominations for the third year of its industry awards program - aiming to inspire, recognise and celebrate health outcomes and the fitness journey...
May 23, 2017
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ESSA reminder on the importance of exercising for a healthy heart
With Exercise Right Week currently underway, industry professionals and all Australians are being urged to take some time out to think about their own heart health, and...
May 23, 2017
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Central West Project Management appointed to lead $4.58 million redevelopment of Broken Hill YMCA
YMCA NSW has appointed regional Project Management Firm, Central West Project Management from Oberon, to lead the $4.58 million redevelopment of the Broken Hill YMCA. Backed by...
May 23, 2017
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AirActive moves forward with aim to become Australia's largest seller of fitness services
Going through a period of significant growth, AirActive, the smartphone app and digital marketplace that enables a consumption model for lifestyle activities, is offering 14,000...
May 23, 2017
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Study shows Exercise Physiologists greatly assist people with chronic disease
With today marking the start of Exercise Right Week, Exercise & Sports Science Australia’s initiative to promote the work of exercise physiologists in preventative healthcare,...
May 22, 2017
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Reed Exhibitions to acquire majority stake in Fitness Shows, flags FIBO links
Reed Exhibitions Australia (RXA) has announced its intention to acquire a majority stake in Fitness Show Pty Ltd from event operator Talk2 Media & Events (T2M). Currently owned...
May 16, 2017
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Aquafit generates Australia’s highest Let’s Move For a Better World participation
With over 140,000 participants at 782 clubs across 26 countries involved in Technogym’s Let’s Move For a Better World challenge, this year’s campaign has again allowed an...
May 15, 2017
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IHRSA shows growth in US fitness club memberships and revenues
New statistics from the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) show that fitness club membership levels in the USA increased 3.6% in 2016 compared to...
May 14, 2017
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Blue Fitness to distribute Precor in New Zealand
Leading fitness solutions brand Precor has announced that Blue Fitness have taken over distribution of Precor’s premium cardio and strength fitness equipment in New Zealand....
May 14, 2017
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FINA to stage first international swim schools clinic
World swimming governing body FINA will this week be staging its first international clinic aimed at learn-to-swim professionals and organisations. Being held in Bangkok,...
May 13, 2017
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Baby swim nappies 'like a poo tea bag in water'
Baby swim pants are no better than regular nappies at keeping faecal matter out of swimming pool water according to Biochemistry Professor Una Ryan of Perth’s Murdoch...
May 13, 2017
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ACT Government looks to encourage people to run, cycle and skate to work
To encourage more people to exercise on their way to or from work or at lunchtime, the ACT Government is proposing planning changes for secure bike parking, change rooms and...
May 12, 2017
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Technogym introduces new heart rate solution
World leading fitness and wellness equipment supplier Technogym has introduced TEAMBEATS, a new solution to manage and track exercisers' heart rates in all individual workouts,...
May 11, 2017
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World leading sports retailer the Decathlon Group announces Australian launch
International sporting brand Decathlon has this week announced its arrival in the Australian sport and lifestyle retail market space. Founded in France, Decathlon is one of the...
May 10, 2017
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National school roadshow to celebrate record delivery of 80,000 tennis racquets
Tennis Australia has this week launched a national school roadshow to celebrate a record 80,000 racquets being delivered to primary school students across the country. ANZ...
May 10, 2017
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The Fitness Show takes new shape in Sydney
The Fitness Show’s return to Sydney at the newly opened International Convention Centre at the end of April saw the event record a 40% increase in visitor numbers compared to...
May 10, 2017
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Federal budget backs healthy lifestyles and Gold Coast Commonwealth Games
Yesterday’s 2017/18 budget from Federal Treasurer Scott Morrison has been described as a “missed opportunity” to tackle Australia’s rising levels of obesity, despite the funding...
May 10, 2017
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