News: Wellness
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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Grants available to South Australian sporting groups for defibrillator purchase
With South Australian Government legislation mandating defibrillators in the community right across the state becoming effective on 1st January 2026, the Government has opened a...
Apr 1, 2025
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Barrie Elvish to step down from Chief Executive role at AUSactive
Australasian Leisure Management has today learned that Barrie Elvish is to step down as Chief Executive at AUSactive, advising the board that he will depart after serving a...
Mar 31, 2025
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Upgraded 50 metre pool and wellness hub among changes slated for Noosa Aquatic Centre
A draft Facility Upgrade Plan has been developed to modernise the Noosa Aquatic Centre at Girraween Court, Sunshine Beach with an array of improvements proposed for the...
Mar 31, 2025
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Physical activity advocate secures Lake Macquarie top annual civic honour
Dr Alyce Barnes, a University of Newcastle researcher at the forefront of physical activity interventions and programs has been awarded Lake Macquarie’s top annual civic honour....
Mar 31, 2025
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New $88 million South Australian Sports Institute opens
The new $88 million South Australian Sports Institute (SASI) has now opened offering a premium facility designed to give local athletes a competitive edge at the elite level...
Mar 30, 2025
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Gallagher ambassador Natalie Cook to deliver keynote session at Fuel SYD 2025
Natalie Cook, five-time Olympian and Olympic Gold Medallist, will be delivering a keynote session at FUEL SYD 2025 on 8th May at 12-Micron Barangaroo, with her attendance...
Mar 30, 2025
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Myzone appoints Jo Walker as Head of Brand and Communications
In preparation for a new phase of growth and expansion, fitness technology leader Myzone, has appointed Jo Walker as Head of Brand and Communications, bringing a wealth of...
Mar 30, 2025
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Future Village installs floating gardens to combat urban heat in Parramatta’s CBD
Garden creator, Future Village, has installed floating gardens in Centenary and Parramatta Squares as part of a heat reduction experiment to help keep the City of Parramatta...
Mar 28, 2025
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Parks
AUSactive spotlights Life Member Dominic Yam’s commitment to fitness and community
AUSactive Life Member Dominic Yam, at 87 years young, has recently celebrated 20 years of his Fitness 50 Club in Perth. Yam isn’t just leading fitness classes - he’s changing...
Mar 27, 2025
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Balanced Body delivers free ‘Business of Pilates Playbook’ for fitness operators
Balanced Body, a global leader in Pilates equipment and education, has launched the ‘Business of Pilates Playbook’, a comprehensive resource designed for fitness facility...
Mar 27, 2025
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Myrtha Pools’ Breathe technology removes disinfection-by-products from indoor aquatic facilities
Now available in Australia and New Zealand, Myrtha Pools latest innovation has been developed with the purpose of removing volatile disinfection-by-products (DBPs), such as...
Mar 27, 2025
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GymbaROO programs building resilience in young children
Leading childhood education and movement group GymbaROO has shared how its programs help children grow resilience and mental fitness - essential capabilities for lifelong...
Mar 27, 2025
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Revo Fitness offers 24/7 access to reformer Pilates at new Knoxfield club
With demand for Pilates booming, Revo Fitness is offering members round-the-clock on-demand access to reformer Pilates at its new facility in the eastern Melbourne suburb of...
Mar 26, 2025
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Fitness
AusFitness Expo Melbourne to deliver array of fitness, wellness and bodypower offerings
The AusFitness Expo, being held 29th and 30th March at Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, will be delivering an array of fitness, wellness and bodypower offerings. The...
Mar 26, 2025
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Sensory quiet sessions launched at Harold Holt Swim Centre
Sensory quiet sessions are being trialled by the City of Stonnington at Harold Holt Swim Centre in both the pool and gym areas from Fridays and Sundays commencing Friday 4th...
Mar 26, 2025
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Aquatics
Thailand's Banyan Tree Spa Krabi spa introduces Weightless Therapy
Banyan Tree Spa Krabi spa and wellness resort, located on the west coast of Thailand, has recently launched complementary weightless therapy classes for guests. Weightless...
Mar 25, 2025
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Wellness
Genesis Health + Fitness delivers innovative offering with launch of ‘Recovery’
Genesis Health + Fitness has launched ‘Recovery’, a premium wellness and recovery space, debuting today at Genesis Health + Fitness Kelmscott, located in southeast Perth. The...
Mar 25, 2025
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UniSA research shows exercise boosts brainpower at all ages
Whether it's kicking a football, an early morning jog, or a touch of Tai Chi, innovative research from the University of South Australia shows that any form of exercise can...
Mar 24, 2025
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AUSactive calls for Federal budget to shift funding from reactive healthcare to prevention
In advance of tomorrow's Federal Budget and its expected focus on cost-of-living relief, AUSactive is urging Treasurer Jim Chalmers to shift funding from reactive healthcare to...
Mar 23, 2025
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Darwin's popular LAUNCH Night youth series returns
The City of Darwin's popular LAUNCH Night Series is underway offering a social inclusion activity program for young people aged 12 to 17 years old. Sessions run on Saturday...
Mar 23, 2025
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Former AFL star Corey McKernan secures Sunshine Coast site to create new mind and body wellness sanctuary
North Melbourne dual premiership AFL player and 1996 AFLPA MVP Corey McKernan has advised that he has secured a prominent location at Maroochydore on the Sunshine Coast where he...
Mar 20, 2025
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Tony de Leede's new Gold Coast wellness retreat now open
Wellness industry entrepreneur Tony de Leede has announced the opening this month of the EcoView Retreat on the Gold Coast. de Leede, also the co-owner/founder of the Gwinganna...
Mar 20, 2025
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Sport Integrity Australia confirms Dr Sarah Benson as its new Chief Executive
Dr Sarah Benson has been confirmed in the role of Chief Executive of Sport Integrity Australia (SIA). Having been acting in the role prior to her appointment, she advised...
Mar 20, 2025
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