News: Wellness
Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre opens offering community an array of services
After many years of planning and development, Brimbank City Council has advised that its much-anticipated new Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre in Taylors Road, Keilor Downs...
Sep 11, 2022
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Fitness
Global Wellness Institute spotlights Thailand’s Wellness Industry assets
The Global Wellness Institute has spotlighted Thailand’s wellness industry assets on their new ‘Geography of Wellness’ Platform. The platform was created to give countries a...
Sep 11, 2022
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Wellness
$3 million grant for new Wadeye swimming pool to enhance wellbeing of the community
With upgrades to the Wadeye swimming pool having been identified as a key strategic priority in improving social outcomes and the health and wellbeing of the Wadeye community,...
Sep 11, 2022
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Aquatics
Viva Leisure financial results for July and August 2022 exceed management expectations
Leading fitness club owner and operator Viva Leisure has released its bi-monthly market update for the period ended 31st August 2022 which show record performances across all...
Sep 8, 2022
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Fitness
City of Ballarat encourages women of all fitness levels to participate in This Girl Can Week
With many free or low-cost events being held in the City of Ballarat next week as part of VicHealth’s This Girl Can Week 2022, women and girls of all fitness levels are being...
Sep 8, 2022
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Healthy Heart of Victoria changes name to Healthy Loddon Campaspe to better reflect focus of the initiative
Healthy Heart of Victoria has officially changed its name today to Healthy Loddon Campaspe to coincide with the launch of Stage 2 of the initiative and to better reflect its...
Sep 8, 2022
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Wellness
Dandenong Council appeals to Victorian Government to help fund aquatic and wellbeing centre
Greater Dandenong Council is appealing to the Victorian Government to help fund the delivery of the Dandenong Wellbeing Centre (new Dandenong Oasis) - considered to be a high...
Sep 7, 2022
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Fitness
Yarra Leisure partners with AUSactive to deliver inclusive fitness programs
A partnership with AUSactive is enabling Yarra Leisure to improve accessibility to Yarra City Council’s Our Empower and Empower+ programs. AUSactive’s All ABILITIES initiative...
Sep 7, 2022
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Aiming to celebrate industry professionals Fluidra announces creation of International Pool Pro Day
Global aquatics industry manufacturer and supplier Fluidra has announced the creation of an international day through the National Day Archives to honour and celebrate pool...
Sep 6, 2022
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Aquatics
BCEC creates sensory zones for Great Hall events
ASM Global managed Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre is improving accessibility and inclusivity at its events by introducing sensory zones in the Great Hall. The zones...
Sep 4, 2022
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Horsham Rural City Council partners with fitness businesses to deliver free active sessions to local community
Horsham Rural City Council, situated in Western Victoria, has advised that since March this year Council has partnered with fitness and wellbeing businesses to deliver free...
Sep 4, 2022
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Fitness
Sporting Club of Sydney's new aquatic, fitness and wellbeing centre opened at Allianz Stadium
Rebuilt as part of the wider development of the new Allianz Stadium, the Sporting Club of Sydney has opened its new aquatic, fitness and wellbeing centre. With the new Stadium...
Sep 4, 2022
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Jean Hailes Women’s Health Week 2022 focuses on top five concerns in women’s health
Jean Hailes Women’s Health Week is being held across Australia from 5th to 11th September and, as it celebrates its 10th anniversary, this year’s campaign is focussing on the...
Sep 4, 2022
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Fitness
Concept Plans released for Surf Coast Aquatic and Health Centre
Surf Coast Shire Council has released concept plans for the Surf Coast Aquatic and Health Centre, which show a 25-metre seasonal pool running east-west, with provision for it to...
Sep 1, 2022
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James Cook University study focuses on concussion in women’s contact sports
A new study by James Cook University aims to develop our understanding on the effects of concussion in women’s contact sports. JCU PhD candidate Catherine de Hollander has put...
Aug 31, 2022
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Wellness
Community facility upgrades in Penrith benefit cultural gatherings and events
Penrith City Council is spotlighting the current upgrades to the much loved and utilised St Marys Community Centre and Senior Citizens Centre which are being renewed with...
Aug 31, 2022
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Wellness
ARIA and PPCA acknowledge findings released by Music Industry Review and commit to action
The Music Industry has today released their review into Sexual Harm, Sexual Harassment and Systemic Discrimination in the report, Raising Their Voices. Australian Recording...
Aug 31, 2022
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Snow Australia welcomes Jen Krawczyk as new National Integrity Manager
Snow Australia has welcomed Jen Krawczyk as the new National Integrity Manager with Krawczyk's appointment being a shared role between Snow Australia, the Olympic Winter...
Aug 30, 2022
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Wellness
State events set to showcase AUSactive National Awards winners along with key industry trends
AUSactive has announced that State Winners of its National Awards Program will be announced and honoured next month at local events that will also feature Fitness Biz ’22, a...
Aug 29, 2022
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Water World Ocean Park Hong Kong becomes Asia’s first Autism-Certified waterpark
Water World Ocean Park Hong Kong has been certified by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) as a Certified Autism CenterTM (CAC)....
Aug 28, 2022
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Entertainment
Koala Ward opens At Werribee Open Range Zoo
The RSPCA Koala Ward at Werribee Open Range Zoo is now complete and fully operational to provide expert, compassionate care for sick and injured koalas, native birds, reptiles...
Aug 27, 2022
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Zoos
UFC GYM Chief Executive hints at further Asian expansion as US clubs launch new promotion
UFC GYM and UFC FIT facilities in North America have announced a new ‘Get Fit for Fall’ promotion, encouraging members and non-members to develop healthy habits and routines...
Aug 26, 2022
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Wellness
Australian Institute of Sport collaboration to study impacts of menstruation and hormonal contraceptives on female athletes
A collaboration between the AIS, the National Women’s Rugby League (NRLW), the Australian Catholic University (ACU), and Boston Children’s Hospital’s Female Athlete Program will...
Aug 25, 2022
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Wellness
Everlasting Kings Park Festival returns in 2022 to celebrate Western Australia’s flora
Everlasting Kings Park Festival returns in 2022 running from 16th – 30th September and celebrating the flora of Western Australia blossoming across the State and the thousands...
Aug 23, 2022
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Parks