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1-2-3 Strive Australasia introduces interactive fitness
1-2-3 Strive Australasia has announced a range of new products that complement their adult and children's strength equipment with Smart Strength Technology. The exciting and...
May 6, 2008
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FIFA Football Turf seminar
The international football governing body, FIFA, in conjunction with Football Federation Australia, Football NSW and Football Federation Victoria, is to stage a series of...
May 6, 2008
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Big Banana installs temporary waterpark
While waiting to commence work on a planned $150 million redevelopment into a permanent waterpark, Coffs Harbour attraction the Big Banana has recently installed a temporary...
May 2, 2008
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Busy Times for SGL Group
2008 has already been a busy year for leisure and tourism planners the SGL Group. Its newly established office in Western Australian has already received four project...
May 2, 2008
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Great Big Hippo to be unveiled at the Big Banana
Auset Speciality Castles recently unveiled The Hippo, the world's largest inflatable water slide, rising almost 12 metres high and measuring over 50 meters long. Designed on the...
May 2, 2008
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VMA Comes to Auckland
The Venue Management Association (Asia and Pacific) is heading for Auckland's Sky City for its 2008 Venue Industry Congress. International keynote speakers at the event this...
May 2, 2008
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New five-year plan released by Tourism WA
Tourism Western Australia has launched a new strategic plan to set the direction for the Western Australian tourism industry to the year 2013. Tourism WA Chairman, Kate Lamont...
Apr 30, 2008
New High Performance Unit from Power Plate
Power Plate International, the industry leader in Acceleration Training fitness equipment, showcased the latest addition to its impressive product line up at this year's IHRSA...
Apr 30, 2008
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Failed buyout costs MFS Leisure $10 million
MFS Living and Leisure's failed takeover bid for Tourism Holdings cost it $10.3 million - more than eight times what it initially thought. The figure has been revealed in...
Apr 30, 2008
Asian Sponsorships grow by 50%
Sponsorship in Asia rose by 54% in 2007, with net spend of $643 million, according to IVCast, Asia's sponsorship monitor by OgilvyAction. IVCast monitors sponsorship throughout...
Apr 30, 2008
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ARU looks for private investment
The Australian Rugby Union is to consider private investment in its Super 14 franchises. The move comes after the ARU reported an $8.4 million loss in 2007. ARU Chairman, Peter...
Apr 28, 2008
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Survey Shows Small Fitness Clubs on the Rise
The result of the 2008 Australian Fitness Industry Survey (AFIS) have been published. Developed, conducted and published by Ezypay, Australia and New Zealandâs leading direct...
Apr 28, 2008
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AbaF generates $20 million in private sector support for the arts
The total value of private sector support for the arts generated and facilitated by AbaF since its inception has passed $20 million, AbaF Chairman Terry Campbell has announced....
Apr 28, 2008
New stadium approved for Dunedin
Dunedin City Council councillors have voted by a clear majority to commit to the Carisbrook Stadium Trust's vision for a new roofed stadium for the city. While the Council's $90...
Apr 28, 2008
More Gladstone Opportunities
Gladstone (Australia) Pty Ltd is pleased to announce continuing business successes with their customers' new developments. Surge Health & Fitness, Perth's new premier health...
Apr 24, 2008
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Changes at MSFA
Changes at Queensland's Major Sports Facilities Authority (MSFA) will see new directors appointed to its board and the renaming of the organisation. Queensland Sport Minister,...
Apr 24, 2008
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F1 Grand Prix - The World's Most Valuable Annual Sporting Events
Formula One boasts the world's highest revenue generating annual sporting events, with the 18 Grands Prix in 2007 having an average revenue of $217 million, according to...
Apr 24, 2008
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Star Trac enhances the Workout Experience with Nike + iPod
Star Trac, the fastest-growing, privately-owned commercial fitness company, has announced plans to deliver the Nike + iPod experience on its entire E Series product line of...
Apr 21, 2008
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New Facility for Otahuhu
Auckland City Council has endorsed the planning process to develop a new swimming pool, library and complete landscaping in the Otahuhu Recreation Precinct. The first stage of...
Apr 21, 2008
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Melbourne remains the 'Ultimate Sports City'
Melbourne has retained its status as the best location in the world to hold a sports event and has been declared Ultimate Sports City 2008. According to results published in...
Apr 21, 2008
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FIFA sets aside £400 million for World Cup collapse
World football governing body FIFA has been forced to build a £400 million contingency fund to cater for the possible collapse of the 2010 World Cup. Insurers are holding off...
Apr 21, 2008
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Promoter Losses On Old Rockers
The promoter of the Rock2Wgtn has blamed Easter trading laws for a $750,000 loss on the event. Wellington-based promoter Phil Sprey brought together a line-up of hard-rock acts...
Apr 17, 2008
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Super Wildlife Park for Melbourne?
The Victorian Government is considering an ambitious plan for an African 'safari' park in the grounds of the Werribee Open Range Zoo. The $220 million plan for African Safari...
Apr 17, 2008
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Pre-charged Digital Cameras A Hit at Gold Parks
Pre-charged digital cameras are proving to be a hit for visitors to Warner Bros. Movie World and Sea World, allowing guests to capture all the action immediately with their...
Apr 17, 2008
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Retail
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