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AUSactive award winner Mish Wright calls out misogyny in Fitness Industry Education
2024 AUSactive Educator of the Year and advocate for women's health in fitness, Mish Wright, is using her platform to spotlight a pressing issue that has long been overlooked -...
Oct 29, 2024
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Mark Thompson and James Demetriou acknowledged for Lifetime Achievement at ANZ Sports Technology Awards
The winners of the 2024 ANZSTA - ANZ Sports Technology Awards have been presented to leading innovators in Australasia’s sports tech sector, with Lifetime Achievement Awards...
Oct 29, 2024
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WAIS Swimming Program Head Coach departs role for coaching position in Scotland
Head coach of the Western Australian Institute of Sport (WAIS) Swimming Program, Ben Higson, will be leaving his role at the conclusion of the World Short Course Swimming...
Oct 29, 2024
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World Gym Taiwan announces acquisition of World Gym International
World Gym Taiwan has announced that it has acquired its parent company, the USA-based World Gym International (WGI). According to a statement on its website, World Gym Taiwan -...
Oct 29, 2024
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Fitness
Adelaide Festival Centre’s 50th year delivers over $164 million for South Australia
Record attendances of over one million at the Adelaide Festival Centre for its 50th anniversary year in 2023, delivered more than $164 million for South Australia. One of...
Oct 29, 2024
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Sydney University Performance Centre aims to elevate performance of NSW swimmers
Sydney Uni Sport, the NSW Institute of Sport (NSWIS) and Swimming NSW have collaborated to establish a Performance Centre as part of an ambitious plan aimed at positioning...
Oct 29, 2024
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Contract awarded to draft Marrara Sports Masterplan
The Northern Territory Government has awarded local consultant Hames Sharley the $361,107 contract to draft a Marrara Sporting Precinct Masterplan – providing a roadmap for...
Oct 29, 2024
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Melbourne's south-east parks suffer from significant tree vandalism
Glen Eira City Council, situated in Melbourne’s south east, is abhorred by the destruction of around 200 newly planted trees across eight of its parks on Sunday night by...
Oct 29, 2024
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Parks
WNBL initiative takes a stand against violence towards women
The WNBL, Clubs, Australian Basketball Players Association (ABPA) and players have united to deliver a season long initiative aimed at taking a stand against violence toward...
Oct 29, 2024
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Jetts Thailand reaches half century of clubs with landmark Bangkok gym opening
Jetts Thailand, the country’s leading health club brand, has unveiled its 50th club in the new mega development One Bangkok. Spanning over 190,000 square metres, One Bangkok is...
Oct 29, 2024
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NSC Sports Investment Summit announces Deloitte and CAS as event partners
The organisers of the upcoming NSC Sports Investment Summit have announced that Deloitte, one of the world’s leading professional services firms, and the Confederation of...
Oct 29, 2024
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ARI NSW announces technology partnership with Xplor Recreation
The Aquatic and Recreation Institute of NSW (ARI NSW) has announced a new partnership with technology platform Xplor Recreation. The three-year technology collaboration marks...
Oct 29, 2024
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Thredbo launches promotional campaign ahead of 2024/25 summer
In advance of its 2024/25 summer season opening on 16th November, Thredbo Resort has launched its brand-new 'Unleash Your Inner Wild' integrated marketing campaign. Running in...
Oct 29, 2024
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Countdown to reinvented Piscine Global - the world's largest swimming pool exhibition
Recognised as the international benchmark for new releases and innovations in the swimming pool and aquatic wellness industry, Piscine Global is reinventing itself for 2024,...
Oct 29, 2024
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Beach safety campaign initiated ahead of Melbourne Cup long weekend
Ahead of the anticipated influx of visitors for the Melbourne Cup long weekend, Phillip Island Nature Parks and Bass Coast Shire Council have commenced a public awareness beach...
Oct 29, 2024
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Michael Brand to step down from director role at Art Gallery of New South Wales
Dr Michael Brand, Director of the Art Gallery of New South Wales, has today announced he will be stepping down from his role in July 2025. This December, the Art Gallery marks...
Oct 29, 2024
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Sports Environment Alliance welcomes new members
The Sports Environment Alliance (SEA) has announced two new members - facilities operator Clublinks and Diving South Australia. As operators of golf courses and leisure centres...
Oct 29, 2024
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PMY Group secures capital injection from USA investor Alignment Growth Management
USA-based media and entertainment investor Alignment Growth Management has secured a strategic stake in Melbourne-based live entertainment and venue technology provider PMY...
Oct 28, 2024
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Façade and seating design unveiled for Christchurch’s One New Zealand Stadium
Christchurch City Council has revealed the final look for the façade and seating pattern at One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha. In images and a video released today, the...
Oct 28, 2024
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Event organiser slams Melbourne Showgrounds caterer for high prices
Event organisers of AUSjet 24 waterjet technology exhibition and conference have slammed what they are calling an outrageous ‘rip-off’ at the Melbourne Showgrounds charged by...
Oct 28, 2024
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APOLA President Bruce ‘Hoppo’ Hopkins announced as SwimSAFER ambassador
Bruce ‘Hoppo’ Hopkins, President of the Australian Professional Ocean Lifeguard Association (APOLA) and Head of lifeguarding services for Sydney’s Waverley Council, has been...
Oct 28, 2024
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Outdoor Council of Australia reveals new leadership following Annual General Meeting
The Outdoor Council of Australia (OCA) has advised of the election of Neil Le Febvre, Chief Executive of Outdoors WA, as its new Chair, succeeding Graeme Janes. Le Febvre’s...
Oct 28, 2024
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Anytime Fitness gyms in Singapore introduce entry via AF Access Pass
Anytime Fitness has been rolling out a new way for members to enter their gym with members having the option of using their phones and smartwatches to enter using AF Access...
Oct 28, 2024
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International Hockey returns to Northern Territory following eight year hiatus
Following an eight year hiatus, International Hockey will be returning to the Northern Territory when Darwin hosts the 2025 Oceania Cup at the MWT Hockey Centre. The Hockeyroos...
Oct 28, 2024
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Sport
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