News & Updates

AUSactive is proud to partner with the AusFitness Industry Trade Show & Summit 2026. Visit the AUSactive team at the ICC Sydney on 11–12 September and celebrate the annual AUSactive Awards Gala while connecting with leaders across Australia's exercise and active health sector.

Help ensure Australia's exercise and active health workforce is accurately represented in the 2026 Census. Use this Occupational Classification Guide to identify the correct occupation classification before completing your Census.

REACTIVATED Magazine Edition 20 is now available. Explore leadership insights, advocacy updates, business success stories and industry innovation shaping the future of Australia's exercise and active health sector.

From first-time gym-goers to seasoned athletes, GINGYM has created a welcoming fitness community where people of all ages and abilities can thrive. Discover how this long-standing AUSactive Business Member is making a lasting impact in regional Western Australia.

From technology leader to exercise professional, AUSactive Member Marie Johnson is combining fitness, artificial intelligence and lived experience to help shape the future of active health. Discover how her inspiring journey is empowering healthier, stronger and more connected communities.

Northcote Aquatic and Recreation Centre (NARC) has achieved AUSactive Business Quality Accreditation, recognising its commitment to delivering safe, inclusive and high-quality active health, fitness and aquatic services for the Darebin community.

From 1 October 2026, Australian businesses will no longer be able to apply surcharges to most card payments. Find out what the changes mean for fitness businesses and the practical steps you can take now to prepare.

From 1 July 2026, Payday Super changes when employers must pay Superannuation Guarantee contributions. Learn what fitness businesses need to do now to prepare, stay compliant and support their employees.

AUSactive recently met with Assistant Minister for Health Rebecca White MP to discuss how accredited exercise professionals can play a greater role in preventative healthcare, healthy ageing, women's health, and improving health outcomes across Australia.