Industry News
Barrie Elvish’s Final Act Shines A Mayday Light On Homelessness
In one of his final acts as CEO of AUSactive, Barrie Elvish is stepping out of the boardroom and onto the cold concrete as part of the 2025 Vinnies CEO Sleepout — raising vital funds and awareness for the more than 122,000 Australians experiencing homelessness every night.
Read MoreOwn the Role, Achieve the Goal: How EQ Drives Performance & Accountability
How do you get your employees to truly own their roles and drive the success of the business? In this interactive 30-minute virtual workshop, Lindsay Vastola will show you how to leverage emotional intelligence (EQ) – beyond theory –
to increase staff performance and accountability.
Fitness Tech Veteran Emmett Williams Joins ABC Fitness as First-ever Managing Director, APAC
This newly created role underscores ABC Fitness’ commitment to international growth and regional expertise in APAC and beyond.
Read MoreAilish Hanley Appointed to AUSactive Board as Non-Executive Director
AUSactive is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Ailish Hanley as a Non-Executive Director to its Board, bringing with her a wealth of experience in strategy, governance, advocacy, and public policy.
Read MoreAUSactive CEO Barrie Elvish Announces Retirement After Transformative Tenure
AUSactive has announced the retirement of its Chief Executive Officer, Barrie Elvish, who has served the organisation with distinction since January 2019.
Read MoreA New Era of Fitness Leadership: REX Leadership Academy 2025
The health and fitness industry is set to witness a transformative event with the introduction of the REX Leadership Academy, scheduled for July 15-17, 2025, at the Crotonville Conference Centre in Ossining, New York. This immersive, two-and-a-half-day program is meticulously designed to equip industry leaders with the skills and insights necessary to navigate the evolving landscape of health and fitness management.
Read MoreMyzone Strengthens Marketing Team With Key Appointment
Myzone has made another significant addition to its team as it prepares for a new phase of growth and expansion. Jo Walker has been appointed as Head of Brand and Communications, bringing a wealth of experience in fitness and wellness within the SaaS sector.
Read MoreFirst-of-Its-Kind Study Reveals the State of Call-Back Services in Australian Membership Sales
Keepme has published a comprehensive study showing that Australian gym operators are struggling to engage leads effectively, leading to lost revenue opportunities. The findings across 50 brands representing 1861 locations highlights major inefficiencies in call-back availability, follow-up speed, and response quality – issues that directly impact conversion rates and business growth.
Read MoreThe countdown is on for AUSactive’s first XBA Live this month
AUSactive will host its first XBA Live in Melbourne, an event designed to offer a transformative experience for fitness businesses and if you’re looking to give your business the edge this year, it’s one event not to be missed.
Read MoreFernwood Fitness and Qualified Trainers (QT) Announce New Partnership
Fernwood Fitness, one of Australia’s premier fitness brands with over 70 locations, has joined forces with Qualified Trainers (QT) as a preferred supplier for compliance oversight and group fitness management. This partnership promises to streamline operations, tighten compliance protocols, and elevate the group fitness experience for both staff and members.
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