News: Wellness
AUSactive highlights its membership benefits
Fitness industry peak body AUSactive has highlighted the more than 70 unique advantages that its members can use for their advantage. Launching its membership advantages...
Jan 25, 2024
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Martial arts and combat sport program provider Alta Global Group sets terms for IPO in the USA
Alta Global Group, the Manly, NSW-based technology company focused on the mixed martial arts and combat sports industry, has announced that it has set the terms with the US...
Jan 24, 2024
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Revo Fitness launches App enabling 24/7 fitness access
Revo Fitness has launched the Revo App allowing Australians to achieve their fitness goals 24/7. The App marks a significant milestone for Revo as it offers members the ability...
Jan 24, 2024
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Transformative changes announced for NovoGroup’s leadership team
Transformative changes have been announced for NovoGroup’s executive team structure - setting the stage for the group's next phase of growth, innovation and diversification...
Jan 23, 2024
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Fitness
Industry tributes for Simon Weatherill
Australasian Leisure Management has received a number of tributes for respected aquatic, recreation, sport and venue manager and industry leader Simon Weatherill who died while...
Jan 22, 2024
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Anytime Fitness makes significant improvement to member experience in Australia
To enhance its members' experience in clubs across Australia, Anytime Fitness - with more than 550 clubs and 650,000 members - has recently launched AF SmartCoaching technology...
Jan 22, 2024
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STRONG Pilates expands into Japan
Australian fitness franchise, STRONG Pilates has announced its expansion into Japan, with plans to roll out 50 studios over the next five years. STRONG Pilates Japan (SPJ) has...
Jan 22, 2024
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Breast Cancer Trials’ fundraiser challenges dog lovers to walk 57km in February
Australia and New Zealand’s largest oncology research group, Breast Cancer Trials, is challenging all dog lovers and their “furry friends” to join them in walking 57 kms in the...
Jan 22, 2024
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Technogym's new Skillup range offers cardio and power for upper body training
Technogym has announced the introduction of new functional equipment designed to provide comprehensive, effective and intense upper body training. Named Skillup, the range is...
Jan 21, 2024
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WNBL players, partners and officials support Share the Dignity initiative
Share the Dignity initiative which runs through Cygnett WNBL’s Round 13 from 24th to 31st January, will see the league and its partners, including BOODY and Cygnett, team up to...
Jan 20, 2024
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Monash University study finds festival drug-checking services could reduce deaths
An analysis of all drug-related deaths at music festivals across Australia over the past decade has revealed that most incidents are related to young people and the use of MDMA...
Jan 19, 2024
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Entertainment
Swimmers warned about water quality on Sydney beaches and in ACT waterways
Water quality testing results have shown that some of Sydney’s beaches and harbour swimming spots along with some of ACT’s waterways still have a high probability of...
Jan 18, 2024
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Environment
Construction completed on Geelong’s Northern Aquatic and Community Hub
City of Greater Geelong has advised that construction of the $65.6 million Northern Aquatic and Community Hub in Norlane is complete with an opening to the public on 19th...
Jan 18, 2024
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ACSM study identifies exercise for weight loss as UAE's top fitness trend
Exercising for weight loss, personal training and traditional strength training have been identified as the top fitness trends in the United Arab Emirates in the latest...
Jan 18, 2024
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Peninsula Hot Springs Group to open new wellness destination in remote Cunnamulla
The Peninsula Hot Springs Group has announced a new hot spring wellness destination designed by Cox Architects and overlooking the Warrego River in Cunnamulla, Queensland, is...
Jan 17, 2024
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Environment
Banyan Tree Group rebrands and plans for new openings in 2024
Independent, global hospitality company, Banyan Tree Group is marking its 30th anniversary in 2024 with a rebrand and new openings having a focus on China. Banyan Tree Group is...
Jan 17, 2024
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Technogym links with Tennis Australia as Australian Open fitness equipment sponsor
Tennis Australia has announced a sponsorship agreement with Technogym for the 2024 Australian Open. The partnership sees Technogym become the ‘Official Technical Fitness...
Jan 17, 2024
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Virgin Active invests $5 million to transform Singapore clubs
Virgin Active has announced an investment of almost $5 million in Singapore clubs, transforming them into holistic wellness havens with new equipment, specialist programmes, and...
Jan 16, 2024
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Fitness
Handbook the first step in developing network of the world’s ‘swimmable’ cities
Charting the ‘swimmability’ of cities around the world, the release of the Swimmable Cities Handbook aims to spotlight pioneering aquatic projects in urban waterways around the...
Jan 15, 2024
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Environment
Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa to stage first Wellness Weekend
Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa - located in the Victorian spa town of, Daylesford - has just released tickets to their inaugural Wellness Weekend in March 2024. The property - whose...
Jan 15, 2024
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New details emerge of plans for Great Ocean Road hot springs resort
A planned wellness resort to be built on a site near the 12 Apostles on Victoria’s Great Ocean Road will feature 150 luxury cabins, a thermal wellness spa and conference...
Jan 14, 2024
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Les Mills counts down to LIVE event in Brisbane
Global group workout brand Les Mills has advised that first of its global tour of LES MILLS LIVE fitness festivals will be staged at Brisbane’s Royal International Convention...
Jan 14, 2024
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Newly installed ice baths at Rod Laver Arena enhance accessibility and athlete performance
Ice baths recently installed at Rod Laver Arena ahead of the Australian Open have been designed with a focus on universal access. Engaging the expertise of Tennis Australia and...
Jan 12, 2024
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Fuel Women’s Fitness Business Summit introduces New Zealand Woman of the Year award
Counting down to its inaugural event in Auckland on 22nd and 23rd February, the organisers of the Fuel Women’s Fitness Business Summit have announced that the event will feature...
Jan 11, 2024
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