News: Wellness
Victoria University research shows high sport avoidance during menstruation
According to new Victoria University research, free period products should be made mandatory at all community sporting facilities to support those who menstruate and play sport....
Apr 29, 2025
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AUSactive appoints Ailish Hanley to its Board as Non-Executive Director
AUSactive has recently appointed Ailish Hanley as a Non-Executive Director to its Board, bringing with her a wealth of experience in strategy, governance, advocacy, and public...
Apr 23, 2025
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Fitness
Sport NZ releases report on the future of sport and active recreation for disabled New Zealanders
The latest report from Sport NZ on the future of sport and active recreation for disabled New Zealanders is now available. This report outlines key opportunities to shape the...
Apr 23, 2025
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Grants open for Geelong Positive Ageing events and experiences
The City of Greater Geelong has announced the opening of the Positive Ageing Grants with grants of up to $1,000 available to support community-hosted activities and experiences...
Apr 23, 2025
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New pilot concussion clinic applies innovative care model to treat children
A new pilot paediatric concussion clinic is using the Concussion Essentials (HeadCheck) App, developed by Murdoch Children's Research Institute's (MCRI) in collaboration with...
Apr 22, 2025
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AUSactive Chief Executive Barrie Elvish announces retirement
AUSactive has announced the retirement of its Chief Executive, Barrie Elvish, who has served the organisation with distinction since January 2019. Initially joining as interim...
Apr 20, 2025
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Research
Revo Fitness makes regional debut with 24/7 reformer Pilates at Australind
With demand for Pilates booming, fast growing fitness chain, Revo Fitness has made its regional debut delivering 24/7 reformer Pilates to the Western Australian coastal town of...
Apr 18, 2025
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Vale: Dr Dion Klein
Australasian Leisure Management is saddened to learn of the death of Dr Dion Klein. Originally from the USA, Dion brought with him a wealth of experience in health, physical...
Apr 16, 2025
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Pilates equipment supplier reveals ignored items and habits that could compromise health at the gym
Sol Scheinmann, founder of Pilates Matters, an online retailer specialising in high-quality Pilates equipment has shared eight commonly ignored items and habits that might be...
Apr 16, 2025
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FIBO 2025 extended offerings set new standards for 40th anniversary
Boasting over 1,200 exhibitors and partners as well as 154,748 visitors from 129 countries, Germany’s FIBO fitness industry trade show FIBO, held from 10th to 13th April 2025,...
Apr 14, 2025
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AUSactive welcomes natural therapies being considered for Health Fund rebate reinstatement
AUSactive has welcomed the latest recommendations from the Federal Government’s Natural Therapies Review, which supports the re-inclusion of key modalities such as Pilates, yoga...
Apr 13, 2025
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Fitness
Xponential Fitness records US$98.7 million loss for 2024
International boutique franchisor, Xponential Fitness has posted a net loss of US$98.7 million for the full year - leading to a significant drop in its share value. The group,...
Apr 10, 2025
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La Trobe University research suggests actions to attract and retain women officials in community sport
La Trobe University research, funded by the Victorian Government’s Office for Women in Sport and Recreation program, has found systemic challenges made women officials feel...
Apr 9, 2025
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Aquatics
Technogym showcases its eco-conscious Pilates Reformer at FIBO 2025
Leading exercise equipment supplier and wellness innovator, Technogym, is showcasing its Healthness™ products and services at Germany’s FIBO fitness industry trade show, being...
Apr 8, 2025
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PerfectGym backs Revo Fitness and Ryderwear Gym openings
Fast growing fitness chains Revo and Ryderwear Gym are being helped in their expansion by their partnership with Perfect Gym Solutions. In December 2024, Ryderwear Gym joined...
Apr 7, 2025
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InBody awarded iF Design Award 2025 for LookinBody Web data management platform
LookinBody Web, the cloud-based platform that allows fitness professionals, health practitioners and individuals to access and track detailed health data in real-time, has been...
Apr 6, 2025
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Eltee Sydney named period-safe swim underwear partner of Swimming Australia
A partnership has been forged between Swimming Australia and Eltee Sydney ahead of this month’s Age and Open Nationals at the Brisbane Aquatic Centre, to break down the...
Apr 5, 2025
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Heart Foundation to assemble national taskforce to manage obesity crisis
The Heart Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to fighting the single biggest killer of people in Australia – heart disease, is looking to unite clinical experts...
Apr 3, 2025
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Fitness
Belinda Amis Wheaton to succeed Di Williams as Fernwood Fitness Chief Executive
Diana ‘Di’ Williams, founder of Fernwood Fitness, is to step down from her role as Chief Executive of the women's health club chain, to be replaced by current group General...
Apr 2, 2025
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Healthy Ageing Summit’s Ken Baldwin explains the potential of the fitness market for older Australians
Australia is undergoing a demographic transformation, with more than one in six Australians now aged over 65 - a number that will continue to rise for the next two decades. In...
Apr 2, 2025
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Records shattered at 2025 AusFitness Expo in Melbourne
The 2025 AusFitness Expo Melbourne event has seen the unveiling of exciting new trends and record-breaking sporting achievements over its two days. Staged at the Melbourne...
Apr 2, 2025
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New Thailand B2B event for wellness, hospitality and tourism sectors
A new B2B event is being held in Phuket on 19th May for the wellness, hospitality and tourism sectors with a focus on driving innovation, dialogue and creative approaches in a...
Apr 2, 2025
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Virgin Active set to open 'social wellness club' at Sydney's Bondi Junction
Virgin Active health clubs are counting down to the opening of what it says will be a “revolutionary social wellness club” at Sydney's Bondi Junction. Due to open in May, the...
Apr 1, 2025
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New Zealand Parliamentarians lead by example as Fit 4 Office challenge wraps up
As the Fit 4 Office (F4O) Challenge concludes, Exercise New Zealand (ExerciseNZ) has congratulated all participating Members of Parliament for prioritising movement, proving...
Apr 1, 2025
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