News: Wellness
UAE fitness market to be worth US$600 million by 2025
The UAE fitness industry is expected to reach over $600 million by 2025, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 10.9%, according to new research released to coincide with...
Oct 29, 2021
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Viva Leisure tipped for 'substantial' stock market growth
ASX-listed fitness and lifestyle business Viva Leisure has been tipped to grow substantially with its strategic, controlled, and well-planned trajectory. The advice, from Kunal...
Oct 28, 2021
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Pride in Sport issues statement on Adelaide United FC Player Josh Cavallo
Following widespread reporting in the mainstream media in response to Adelaide United Football Club’s Josh Cavallo coming out publicly as gay, Pride in Sport - the national...
Oct 27, 2021
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New COVID-19 cases linked to Sydney CBD gym
Just weeks after fitness studios in Greater Sydney were permitted to reopen, NSW Health has indicated that City Gym, in the inner city suburb of Darlinghurst, has been an...
Oct 27, 2021
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Anantara Spa launches first cannabis infused wellness program in Thailand
Coinciding with the decriminalisation of certain elements of the cannabis plant and as Thailand prepares to reopen its borders to international guests, Anantara Spa has launched...
Oct 26, 2021
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VicHealth initiative to boost mental wellbeing of young people through connection opportunities
Health promotion foundation, VicHealth will partner with organisations across the state to deliver more than 100,000 new opportunities for young people to socially and safely...
Oct 25, 2021
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National Aquatic Industry Committee releases updated guidelines for managing the risk of COVID-19 in aquatic facilities
Ahead of a summer where facilities will have to be fully mindful of COVID issues in their operations, the National Aquatic Industry Committee (NAIC) has endorsed updated...
Oct 25, 2021
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IHRSA 2021 ignites fitness industry comeback
With its 2020 event having not been held, the International Health, Racquet and Sportclub Association (IHRSA) has advised that its IHRSA 2021 event celebrated the fitness...
Oct 24, 2021
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WTTC and Ministry of Tourism Saudi Arabia launch report addressing global tourism sector recovery
The World Travel and Tourism Council and the Ministry of Tourism of Saudi Arabia have launched a new report that outlines recommendations to achieve a swift recovery of the...
Oct 22, 2021
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Skills Active Aotearoa spotlights a commitment to yoga and Pilates
Skills Active Aotearoa shares Rebecca Harford’s commitment to Yoga and Pilates and her support and mentoring of staff as they progress through the Skills Active Exercise...
Oct 21, 2021
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Anantara Hotels, Resorts and Spas celebrate multiple accolades at 2021 World Spa Awards
Anantara Spas worldwide has secured nine top accolades in the World Spa Awards 2021 with the most prominent awards programme in the spa tourism industry. The prestigious World...
Oct 21, 2021
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2021 Fitness Australia Award winners announced
The 2021 Australia Fitness Award winners have been announced with 14 business and industry professionals acknowledged across multiple categories recognising the outstanding...
Oct 21, 2021
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Golf Australia partners with Cancer Council for golf marathon to raise awareness of skin cancer
Golf Australia is partnering with the Cancer Council for The Longest Day - an endurance golf marathon designed to test skill, strength, and stamina - which raised $3.1 million...
Oct 20, 2021
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Designs revealed for expansion of Fairfield City Council’s Cabravale Leisure Centre
Fairfield City Council has revealed design concepts for the transformation of its Cabravale Leisure Centre into a health and wellbeing precinct. The $23.6 million expansion and...
Oct 20, 2021
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2021 Global Report reveals key trends for the new fitness landscape
The Les Mills 2021 Global Fitness Report - featuring insights from 12,157 consumers across five continents - has revealed key numbers, insights and recommendations industry...
Oct 20, 2021
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COTA Victoria Team Leader awarded National Fitness Educator of the Year
Fitness Australia has awarded Michelle (Mish) Wright, Council on the Ageing (COTA) Victoria Team Leader Online Education, as National Fitness Educator of the Year. According to...
Oct 18, 2021
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Snap Fitness partners with LIVIN during Mental Health Month
The wellness initiative - Move Your Mood For Good - has been launched by Snap Fitness Australia in partnership with non-profit mental health organisation LIVIN to raise...
Oct 18, 2021
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City of Hobart secures Federal Government funding for therapy pool at Doone Kennedy Aquatic Centre
The Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre is to add a warm water therapy pool to its features having secured Federal Government funding towards the $6.8 million project. Following...
Oct 17, 2021
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Zoos SA launches wild wellness program
Marking World Mental Health Month and with Adelaide’s Wellfest launching, Zoos SA is inviting members, visitors, staff and volunteers to "go wild" in their search for wellness....
Oct 17, 2021
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Victorian Government expands ‘vaccination pop-ups’ at local shops, gyms, cafes and venues
Aiming to increase vaccination rates among the population, the Victorian Government has announced that, over the coming weeks, people will be able to get COVID-19 shots at...
Oct 14, 2021
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Australian technology helps reduce indoor airborne transmission of COVID-19
Australian company - Aeris Environmental - has developed patented air filter treatment technology which is now being used around the world to curb the spread of COVID-19 in...
Oct 14, 2021
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WA Country Football League awarded $855,000 grant to continue mental health program
The West Australian Country Football League – Western Australia’s governing body for country Australian Rules football with 25 senior leagues, 150 clubs, 12,500 players and...
Oct 14, 2021
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Mindbody to acquire ClassPass and announces $500 million strategic investment
Leading wellness experience platform, Mindbody, has agreed to acquire ClassPass, a monthly subscription service providing access to the world’s most extensive network of fitness...
Oct 13, 2021
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Y Australia partnership awarded $3 million Westpac grant to help safeguard children
The Y Australia in partnership with the Australian Childhood Foundation has been awarded a $3 million Westpac Strategic Partnership grant over three years to help business drive...
Oct 13, 2021
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