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.

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.

A new international report highlights practical ways fitness businesses can create welcoming, accessible and inclusive environments for people with disabilities. Discover the findings, download the report and explore how AUSactive supports disability inclusion across the industry.

Australia's privacy laws are changing in 2026, bringing new responsibilities for fitness professionals and businesses. Learn what the reforms mean, why they matter, and the practical steps AUSactive members can take to protect client information and stay compliant.

Port Hedland Leisure has successfully maintained its AUSactive Business Quality Accreditation, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to quality, safety, governance and delivering high-quality services for its community.