News & Updates

With key changes in legislation, particularly the amendments to the Fair Work Act in August 2024, ensuring compliance in group fitness is becoming more critical than ever.

Australia’s health is under the microscope with AUSactive is calling for a ‘Slip, Slop, Slap’-style preventive health campaign and, in accord with their own policy, to increase preventative health funding from 2% to 5% of the $124B health budget to address Australia’s $14.1 billion annual physical inactivity crisis. 

With a focus on inclusive exercise and physical activity for everyone, AUSactive has taken a step forward by being recognised by the Australian Sporting Alliance for People with a Disability (ASAPD) through their Sector Partner Endorsement Program.

CoverMe Fitness, the seamless, on-demand management and cover solution app for fitness professionals, goes live in Australia this month to connect educated and qualified fitness professionals with local clubs and studios.

AUSactive is pleased to announce Australian Bureau of Statistics’ recent revision of the Occupational Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA) includes Pilates and Yoga Instructor’s occupations for the first time.

Mental health is an increasingly urgent issue, with mental illness affecting one in eight people globally, according to the World Health Organization. This includes conditions such as anxiety, depression, eating disorders etc. all of which can have a profound impact on an individual's life.

A wave of new industry initiatives and the announcement of funding from the Western Australian government to encourage exercise and physical activity has seen AUSactive appoint a Western Australian General Manager to lead the peak industry association in the west.

Recent Fit for Office Launch, Challenge and the CEO Forum at the Parliament House

The offical AUSactive annual report for 2023-2024 has been released.