Australia Fitness Industry Statistics

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Australia Fitness Industry Statistics

Australia’s fitness industry employed 45,200 full time workers in 2023, and the workforce picture gets even more detailed with part time staff making up 55% and turnover dropping to 18%. From state by state job counts and facility growth to revenue trends, online coaching, and membership participation, the dataset maps how Australians train, where studios thrive, and what drives retention. Dive into the full breakdown and you will see why the sector generated AUD 5.2 billion across the broader economy in 2023.

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Key Statistics

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The fitness industry employed 45,200 full-time workers in 2023, up 10% YoY.

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Personal trainers numbered 32,000 certified professionals in 2023.

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Gym managers and operators totalled 8,500 in 2023.

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Fitness instructors (group classes) employed 12,400 FTE in 2023.

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Industry wages bill reached AUD 1.8 billion in 2023.

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Average personal trainer salary was AUD 85,000 annually in 2023.

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Part-time fitness staff comprised 55% of workforce, 24,900 people in 2023.

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NSW fitness jobs totalled 15,600 in 2023.

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Victoria employed 11,200 in fitness sector 2023.

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Queensland fitness employment was 8,900 FTE in 2023.

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Females held 48% of fitness jobs, 21,700 positions in 2023.

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New qualifications issued to 4,200 trainers in 2023 by Fitness Australia.

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Turnover rate for fitness staff dropped to 18% in 2023.

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Economic multiplier effect generated AUD 5.2 billion in broader economy from fitness in 2023.

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WA fitness jobs numbered 4,100 in 2023.

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SA employed 2,800 in fitness industry 2023.

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Tasmania fitness workforce was 900 strong in 2023.

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NT had 650 fitness sector employees in 2023.

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ACT fitness jobs totalled 1,450 per capita highest.

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Apprenticeships in fitness grew to 1,200 active in 2023.

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Online fitness coaches numbered 5,600 freelancers in 2023.

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Industry contributed AUD 120 million in taxes in 2023.

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Job vacancies in fitness peaked at 3,200 unfilled in mid-2023.

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Australia had 4,200 fitness centres operating in 2023, up 7% from 2022.

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Low-cost gym chains operated 1,850 locations nationwide in 2023.

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Boutique fitness studios numbered 1,100 in major cities in 2023.

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24/7 unmanned gyms totalled 950 facilities in 2023.

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NSW hosted 1,450 fitness facilities in 2023, 34.5% of national total.

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Victoria had 1,120 gyms and studios operational in 2023.

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Queensland fitness centres reached 850 in 2023.

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Independent operators managed 2,100 facilities, 50% of market in 2023.

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Franchise gyms like Anytime Fitness had 550 sites in 2023.

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Fitness Australia accredited 3,800 facilities in 2023.

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New gym openings totalled 320 in 2023 across Australia.

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Closures reduced to 85 gyms in 2023 from 450 in 2020.

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Average gym size expanded to 1,250 sqm in 2023.

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WA facilities numbered 420 in 2023.

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SA had 280 fitness centres in operation 2023.

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Tasmania gyms totalled 75 facilities in 2023.

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NT fitness venues were 55 in 2023.

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ACT boasted 110 facilities per capita highest at 25 per 10,000 residents.

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Yoga studios operated 650 locations in 2023.

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CrossFit boxes numbered 220 in Australia 2023.

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HIIT-specific gyms totalled 380 in 2023.

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Pilates studios reached 520 nationwide in 2023.

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Boxing gyms had 290 facilities in 2023.

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Indoor cycling studios numbered 150 in 2023.

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Multi-sport fitness centres totalled 1,200 in 2023.

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University-affiliated gyms were 85 in 2023.

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Hotel resort gyms numbered 420 across Australia 2023.

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Community recreation centres with fitness: 650 in 2023.

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In 2023, the Australian fitness industry revenue reached AUD 2.4 billion, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5% from 2018 to 2023 driven by post-COVID recovery.

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Fitness centre revenue in Australia grew by 15.2% year-on-year in 2022-23 to exceed AUD 2.2 billion, fueled by increased health awareness.

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The gym and fitness sector contributed AUD 1.9 billion to GDP in 2021, representing 0.08% of national GDP with projections to AUD 2.5 billion by 2025.

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Online fitness services within Australia generated AUD 350 million in 2023, accounting for 14.6% of total industry revenue amid digital transformation.

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New South Wales fitness market size stood at AUD 850 million in 2023, the largest state contribution at 35% of national total.

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Victoria's fitness industry revenue hit AUD 650 million in 2022-23, growing 11% due to urban density and boutique studio boom.

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Queensland gyms generated AUD 450 million in revenue for FY2023, boosted by tourism-related fitness offerings.

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The low-cost gym segment in Australia amassed AUD 780 million in 2023, 32% of total revenue with 25% YoY growth.

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Premium fitness clubs revenue totalled AUD 560 million in 2023, driven by high-end wellness integrations.

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Fitness app subscriptions contributed AUD 180 million to industry revenue in 2023, with 2.1 million paid users.

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Corporate wellness programs in fitness generated AUD 220 million in 2023 across Australia.

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Western Australia's fitness revenue was AUD 280 million in 2023, up 18% from mining sector health initiatives.

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Boutique fitness studios revenue peaked at AUD 420 million nationally in 2023.

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The industry's export-related fitness services (tourist gyms) added AUD 95 million in 2023.

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Fitness equipment sales to gyms totalled AUD 320 million in FY2023.

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South Australia's fitness market revenue grew to AUD 150 million in 2023, CAGR 9.2% since 2019.

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Tasmania fitness revenue reached AUD 45 million in 2023, with strong per capita spending.

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Northern Territory gyms revenue was AUD 35 million in 2023, boosted by remote wellness programs.

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ACT fitness industry revenue hit AUD 75 million in 2023, highest per capita at AUD 165 per resident.

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Projected fitness industry revenue for 2024 is AUD 2.7 billion, assuming 12% growth continuation.

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Pre-COVID peak revenue in 2019 was AUD 2.1 billion, with 2023 surpassing by 14%.

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Functional fitness segment revenue grew to AUD 380 million in 2023.

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Yoga and pilates studios contributed AUD 290 million to 2023 revenue.

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CrossFit affiliates in Australia generated AUD 120 million in 2023.

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HIIT class revenues totalled AUD 210 million across the nation in 2023.

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Wearable tech integrations added AUD 75 million to fitness revenue in 2023.

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Group fitness programs revenue was AUD 450 million in 2023.

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Personal training services generated AUD 680 million, 28% of total industry revenue in 2023.

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Home fitness equipment market within industry hit AUD 250 million in 2023 post-pandemic.

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Virtual fitness classes revenue reached AUD 140 million in Australia for 2023.

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Australia's gym membership penetration rate reached 25.4% of the adult population in 2023.

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Total active gym members numbered 6.8 million in 2023, up 9% from 2022.

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AusPlay data shows 7.2 million Australians participated in gym activities weekly in 2023.

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Women comprised 52.3% of fitness memberships in 2023, totaling 3.56 million.

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18-34 year olds held 42% of all memberships, equating to 2.86 million in 2023.

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Low-cost gyms had 3.9 million members in 2023, 57% market share.

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Boutique studios boasted 1.2 million members attending classes weekly in 2023.

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Corporate gym memberships grew to 850,000 in 2023 across Australia.

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Online fitness platform users reached 2.4 million monthly actives in 2023.

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Participation in organised fitness activities increased to 28.6% of adults in 2023 per AusPlay.

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NSW had 2.1 million gym members in 2023, 31% of national total.

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Victoria fitness participation rate was 32.1% among adults in 2023.

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Queensland saw 1.4 million regular gym goers in 2023.

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Seniors (65+) gym membership doubled to 450,000 in 2023 from 2019.

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Men's fitness participation rate hit 29.8% in 2023, up from 24% pre-pandemic.

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Average membership tenure increased to 18.2 months in 2023.

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Churn rate for gyms dropped to 22.4% annually in 2023.

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Hybrid membership models (gym + app) adopted by 1.8 million in 2023.

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Youth (14-17) fitness memberships grew 15% to 650,000 in 2023.

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WA fitness members totalled 550,000 in 2023.

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SA participation rate reached 26.5% of population in 2023.

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Tasmania had 95,000 gym members, highest per capita rate nationally.

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NT fitness participants numbered 45,000 regularly in 2023.

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ACT gym membership penetration was 35.2% in 2023.

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Personal training client numbers hit 2.1 million sessions weekly in 2023.

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Group class attendance averaged 4.2 million weekly in 2023.

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Yoga participants totalled 1.9 million in 2023.

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CrossFit members in Australia were 280,000 active in 2023.

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HIIT class participants reached 1.1 million weekly in 2023.

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Functional fitness enthusiasts numbered 950,000 in 2023.

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Pilates practitioners totalled 1.4 million across Australia in 2023.

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Boxing fitness gyms had 420,000 members in 2023.

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Cycling studio memberships grew to 320,000 in 2023.

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Dance fitness classes drew 750,000 participants weekly in 2023.

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The most popular fitness activity among Australians was gym workouts at 28.1% participation rate in 2023.

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62% of gym members cited weight loss as primary motivation in 2023 surveys.

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Hybrid fitness (in-person + virtual) preferred by 48% of consumers in 2023.

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Wearable device usage among gym goers reached 71% in 2023.

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Mental health improvement ranked second motivator for 55% in 2023.

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Group classes attendance surged 22% post-2022 in 2023.

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Personalisation via apps sought by 65% of members in 2023.

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Sustainable/eco-friendly gyms chosen by 34% in 2023 polls.

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Females aged 25-34 showed 41% growth in HIIT participation 2023.

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Post-COVID, 52% prioritised facilities with hygiene protocols in 2023.

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Functional training popularity rose to 38% of class bookings in 2023.

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Gamification in fitness apps boosted engagement by 29% in 2023.

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Older adults (55+) increased strength training by 18% in 2023.

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Vegan/plant-based recovery products used by 27% of serious trainees 2023.

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Outdoor fitness events participation hit 1.5 million attendees in 2023.

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AI-coached workouts adopted by 19% of app users in 2023.

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Community-focused gyms saw 25% higher retention in 2023.

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Recovery services like cryotherapy used by 22% elite gym users 2023.

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Social media influence drove 37% of new memberships in 2023.

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Flexible month-to-month contracts chosen by 61% in 2023.

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Mindfulness/yoga hybrid classes grew 31% in bookings 2023.

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Men's wellness focus increased 24% in self-care spending 2023.

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E-sports fitness crossovers emerged with 8% trial rate 2023.

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Nutrition tracking integrated in 44% of gym apps 2023.

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Women over 40 boosted barre/pilates by 16% participation 2023.

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Corporate wellness challenges engaged 1.2 million employees 2023.

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Australia’s fitness industry employed 45,200 full time workers in 2023, and the workforce picture gets even more detailed with part time staff making up 55% and turnover dropping to 18%. From state by state job counts and facility growth to revenue trends, online coaching, and membership participation, the dataset maps how Australians train, where studios thrive, and what drives retention. Dive into the full breakdown and you will see why the sector generated AUD 5.2 billion across the broader economy in 2023.

Key Takeaways

  • The fitness industry employed 45,200 full-time workers in 2023, up 10% YoY.
  • Personal trainers numbered 32,000 certified professionals in 2023.
  • Gym managers and operators totalled 8,500 in 2023.
  • Australia had 4,200 fitness centres operating in 2023, up 7% from 2022.
  • Low-cost gym chains operated 1,850 locations nationwide in 2023.
  • Boutique fitness studios numbered 1,100 in major cities in 2023.
  • In 2023, the Australian fitness industry revenue reached AUD 2.4 billion, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5% from 2018 to 2023 driven by post-COVID recovery.
  • Fitness centre revenue in Australia grew by 15.2% year-on-year in 2022-23 to exceed AUD 2.2 billion, fueled by increased health awareness.
  • The gym and fitness sector contributed AUD 1.9 billion to GDP in 2021, representing 0.08% of national GDP with projections to AUD 2.5 billion by 2025.
  • Australia's gym membership penetration rate reached 25.4% of the adult population in 2023.
  • Total active gym members numbered 6.8 million in 2023, up 9% from 2022.
  • AusPlay data shows 7.2 million Australians participated in gym activities weekly in 2023.
  • The most popular fitness activity among Australians was gym workouts at 28.1% participation rate in 2023.
  • 62% of gym members cited weight loss as primary motivation in 2023 surveys.
  • Hybrid fitness (in-person + virtual) preferred by 48% of consumers in 2023.

Australia’s fitness industry employed 45,200 full-time workers in 2023, with revenue reaching AUD 2.4 billion.

Employment and Economic Impact

1The fitness industry employed 45,200 full-time workers in 2023, up 10% YoY.
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2Personal trainers numbered 32,000 certified professionals in 2023.
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3Gym managers and operators totalled 8,500 in 2023.
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4Fitness instructors (group classes) employed 12,400 FTE in 2023.
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5Industry wages bill reached AUD 1.8 billion in 2023.
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6Average personal trainer salary was AUD 85,000 annually in 2023.
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7Part-time fitness staff comprised 55% of workforce, 24,900 people in 2023.
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8NSW fitness jobs totalled 15,600 in 2023.
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9Victoria employed 11,200 in fitness sector 2023.
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10Queensland fitness employment was 8,900 FTE in 2023.
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11Females held 48% of fitness jobs, 21,700 positions in 2023.
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12New qualifications issued to 4,200 trainers in 2023 by Fitness Australia.
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13Turnover rate for fitness staff dropped to 18% in 2023.
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14Economic multiplier effect generated AUD 5.2 billion in broader economy from fitness in 2023.
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15WA fitness jobs numbered 4,100 in 2023.
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16SA employed 2,800 in fitness industry 2023.
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17Tasmania fitness workforce was 900 strong in 2023.
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18NT had 650 fitness sector employees in 2023.
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19ACT fitness jobs totalled 1,450 per capita highest.
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20Apprenticeships in fitness grew to 1,200 active in 2023.
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21Online fitness coaches numbered 5,600 freelancers in 2023.
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22Industry contributed AUD 120 million in taxes in 2023.
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23Job vacancies in fitness peaked at 3,200 unfilled in mid-2023.
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Employment and Economic Impact Interpretation

Australia's fitness industry, now flexing hard with a 10% employment spike and a booming $5.2 billion economic ripple effect, clearly has the nation on a gainz-fueled treadmill of job creation, though it's still sweating to fill those last 3,200 pesky vacancies.

Facilities and Operators

1Australia had 4,200 fitness centres operating in 2023, up 7% from 2022.
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2Low-cost gym chains operated 1,850 locations nationwide in 2023.
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3Boutique fitness studios numbered 1,100 in major cities in 2023.
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424/7 unmanned gyms totalled 950 facilities in 2023.
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5NSW hosted 1,450 fitness facilities in 2023, 34.5% of national total.
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6Victoria had 1,120 gyms and studios operational in 2023.
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7Queensland fitness centres reached 850 in 2023.
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8Independent operators managed 2,100 facilities, 50% of market in 2023.
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9Franchise gyms like Anytime Fitness had 550 sites in 2023.
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10Fitness Australia accredited 3,800 facilities in 2023.
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11New gym openings totalled 320 in 2023 across Australia.
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12Closures reduced to 85 gyms in 2023 from 450 in 2020.
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13Average gym size expanded to 1,250 sqm in 2023.
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14WA facilities numbered 420 in 2023.
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15SA had 280 fitness centres in operation 2023.
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16Tasmania gyms totalled 75 facilities in 2023.
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17NT fitness venues were 55 in 2023.
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18ACT boasted 110 facilities per capita highest at 25 per 10,000 residents.
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19Yoga studios operated 650 locations in 2023.
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20CrossFit boxes numbered 220 in Australia 2023.
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21HIIT-specific gyms totalled 380 in 2023.
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22Pilates studios reached 520 nationwide in 2023.
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23Boxing gyms had 290 facilities in 2023.
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24Indoor cycling studios numbered 150 in 2023.
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25Multi-sport fitness centres totalled 1,200 in 2023.
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26University-affiliated gyms were 85 in 2023.
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27Hotel resort gyms numbered 420 across Australia 2023.
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28Community recreation centres with fitness: 650 in 2023.
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Facilities and Operators Interpretation

Australia's 7% surge in fitness centres reveals a nation seriously flexing its options, from budget-friendly bulk to boutique specialization, with NSW stubbornly refusing to skip leg day in the national workout.

Market Size and Revenue

1In 2023, the Australian fitness industry revenue reached AUD 2.4 billion, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5% from 2018 to 2023 driven by post-COVID recovery.
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2Fitness centre revenue in Australia grew by 15.2% year-on-year in 2022-23 to exceed AUD 2.2 billion, fueled by increased health awareness.
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3The gym and fitness sector contributed AUD 1.9 billion to GDP in 2021, representing 0.08% of national GDP with projections to AUD 2.5 billion by 2025.
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4Online fitness services within Australia generated AUD 350 million in 2023, accounting for 14.6% of total industry revenue amid digital transformation.
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5New South Wales fitness market size stood at AUD 850 million in 2023, the largest state contribution at 35% of national total.
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6Victoria's fitness industry revenue hit AUD 650 million in 2022-23, growing 11% due to urban density and boutique studio boom.
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7Queensland gyms generated AUD 450 million in revenue for FY2023, boosted by tourism-related fitness offerings.
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8The low-cost gym segment in Australia amassed AUD 780 million in 2023, 32% of total revenue with 25% YoY growth.
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9Premium fitness clubs revenue totalled AUD 560 million in 2023, driven by high-end wellness integrations.
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10Fitness app subscriptions contributed AUD 180 million to industry revenue in 2023, with 2.1 million paid users.
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11Corporate wellness programs in fitness generated AUD 220 million in 2023 across Australia.
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12Western Australia's fitness revenue was AUD 280 million in 2023, up 18% from mining sector health initiatives.
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13Boutique fitness studios revenue peaked at AUD 420 million nationally in 2023.
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14The industry's export-related fitness services (tourist gyms) added AUD 95 million in 2023.
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15Fitness equipment sales to gyms totalled AUD 320 million in FY2023.
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16South Australia's fitness market revenue grew to AUD 150 million in 2023, CAGR 9.2% since 2019.
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17Tasmania fitness revenue reached AUD 45 million in 2023, with strong per capita spending.
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18Northern Territory gyms revenue was AUD 35 million in 2023, boosted by remote wellness programs.
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19ACT fitness industry revenue hit AUD 75 million in 2023, highest per capita at AUD 165 per resident.
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20Projected fitness industry revenue for 2024 is AUD 2.7 billion, assuming 12% growth continuation.
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21Pre-COVID peak revenue in 2019 was AUD 2.1 billion, with 2023 surpassing by 14%.
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22Functional fitness segment revenue grew to AUD 380 million in 2023.
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23Yoga and pilates studios contributed AUD 290 million to 2023 revenue.
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24CrossFit affiliates in Australia generated AUD 120 million in 2023.
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25HIIT class revenues totalled AUD 210 million across the nation in 2023.
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26Wearable tech integrations added AUD 75 million to fitness revenue in 2023.
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27Group fitness programs revenue was AUD 450 million in 2023.
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28Personal training services generated AUD 680 million, 28% of total industry revenue in 2023.
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29Home fitness equipment market within industry hit AUD 250 million in 2023 post-pandemic.
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30Virtual fitness classes revenue reached AUD 140 million in Australia for 2023.
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Market Size and Revenue Interpretation

Australia’s fitness industry, flexing hard after COVID, is now a $2.4 billion beast where online sweat sessions, low-cost gyms, and premium wellness temples prove that getting fit is no longer just a New Year's resolution but a serious, sprawling economic muscle.

Membership and Participation

1Australia's gym membership penetration rate reached 25.4% of the adult population in 2023.
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2Total active gym members numbered 6.8 million in 2023, up 9% from 2022.
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3AusPlay data shows 7.2 million Australians participated in gym activities weekly in 2023.
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4Women comprised 52.3% of fitness memberships in 2023, totaling 3.56 million.
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518-34 year olds held 42% of all memberships, equating to 2.86 million in 2023.
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6Low-cost gyms had 3.9 million members in 2023, 57% market share.
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7Boutique studios boasted 1.2 million members attending classes weekly in 2023.
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8Corporate gym memberships grew to 850,000 in 2023 across Australia.
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9Online fitness platform users reached 2.4 million monthly actives in 2023.
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10Participation in organised fitness activities increased to 28.6% of adults in 2023 per AusPlay.
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11NSW had 2.1 million gym members in 2023, 31% of national total.
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12Victoria fitness participation rate was 32.1% among adults in 2023.
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13Queensland saw 1.4 million regular gym goers in 2023.
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14Seniors (65+) gym membership doubled to 450,000 in 2023 from 2019.
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15Men's fitness participation rate hit 29.8% in 2023, up from 24% pre-pandemic.
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16Average membership tenure increased to 18.2 months in 2023.
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17Churn rate for gyms dropped to 22.4% annually in 2023.
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18Hybrid membership models (gym + app) adopted by 1.8 million in 2023.
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19Youth (14-17) fitness memberships grew 15% to 650,000 in 2023.
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20WA fitness members totalled 550,000 in 2023.
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21SA participation rate reached 26.5% of population in 2023.
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22Tasmania had 95,000 gym members, highest per capita rate nationally.
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23NT fitness participants numbered 45,000 regularly in 2023.
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24ACT gym membership penetration was 35.2% in 2023.
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25Personal training client numbers hit 2.1 million sessions weekly in 2023.
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26Group class attendance averaged 4.2 million weekly in 2023.
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27Yoga participants totalled 1.9 million in 2023.
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28CrossFit members in Australia were 280,000 active in 2023.
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29HIIT class participants reached 1.1 million weekly in 2023.
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30Functional fitness enthusiasts numbered 950,000 in 2023.
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31Pilates practitioners totalled 1.4 million across Australia in 2023.
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32Boxing fitness gyms had 420,000 members in 2023.
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33Cycling studio memberships grew to 320,000 in 2023.
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34Dance fitness classes drew 750,000 participants weekly in 2023.
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Membership and Participation Interpretation

With over a quarter of adults now officially gym-goers, Australia appears to be collectively working out its great post-pandemic guilt, chasing endorphins everywhere from bargain-basement big boxes to bespoke boutiques, with even seniors and teens increasingly keen to join the sweat-drenched party.

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    ABS
    abs.gov.au

    abs.gov.au

  • WA logo
    Reference 11
    WA
    wa.gov.au

    wa.gov.au

  • MINDBODYONLINE logo
    Reference 12
    MINDBODYONLINE
    mindbodyonline.com

    mindbodyonline.com

  • AUSTRADE logo
    Reference 13
    AUSTRADE
    austrade.gov.au

    austrade.gov.au

  • FITNESS-EQUIPMENT logo
    Reference 14
    FITNESS-EQUIPMENT
    fitness-equipment.com.au

    fitness-equipment.com.au

  • SA logo
    Reference 15
    SA
    sa.gov.au

    sa.gov.au

  • SPORT logo
    Reference 16
    SPORT
    sport.tas.gov.au

    sport.tas.gov.au

  • NT logo
    Reference 17
    NT
    nt.gov.au

    nt.gov.au

  • SPORTACT logo
    Reference 18
    SPORTACT
    sportact.com.au

    sportact.com.au

  • YOGAAUSTRALIA logo
    Reference 19
    YOGAAUSTRALIA
    yogaaustralia.org.au

    yogaaustralia.org.au

  • CROSSFIT logo
    Reference 20
    CROSSFIT
    crossfit.com

    crossfit.com

  • LESMILLS logo
    Reference 21
    LESMILLS
    lesmills.com

    lesmills.com

  • GARMIN logo
    Reference 22
    GARMIN
    garmin.com

    garmin.com

  • NIELSEN logo
    Reference 23
    NIELSEN
    nielsen.com

    nielsen.com

  • ZOOM logo
    Reference 24
    ZOOM
    zoom.com

    zoom.com

  • SPORT logo
    Reference 25
    SPORT
    sport.nsw.gov.au

    sport.nsw.gov.au

  • PILATES logo
    Reference 26
    PILATES
    pilates.org.au

    pilates.org.au

  • BOXINGFITNESS logo
    Reference 27
    BOXINGFITNESS
    boxingfitness.com.au

    boxingfitness.com.au

  • SOULCYCLE logo
    Reference 28
    SOULCYCLE
    soulcycle.com.au

    soulcycle.com.au

  • AUSDANCE logo
    Reference 29
    AUSDANCE
    ausdance.org.au

    ausdance.org.au

  • ANYTIMEFITNESS logo
    Reference 30
    ANYTIMEFITNESS
    anytimefitness.com.au

    anytimefitness.com.au

  • UNIVERSITIESAUSTRALIA logo
    Reference 31
    UNIVERSITIESAUSTRALIA
    universitiesaustralia.edu.au

    universitiesaustralia.edu.au

  • AHTA logo
    Reference 32
    AHTA
    ahta.com.au

    ahta.com.au

  • LOCALGOVERNMENT logo
    Reference 33
    LOCALGOVERNMENT
    localgovernment.nsw.gov.au

    localgovernment.nsw.gov.au

  • NUTRAINGREDIENTS-ASIA logo
    Reference 34
    NUTRAINGREDIENTS-ASIA
    nutraingredients-asia.com

    nutraingredients-asia.com

  • AUSPLAY logo
    Reference 35
    AUSPLAY
    ausplay.gov.au

    ausplay.gov.au

  • SOCIALMEDIAEXAMINER logo
    Reference 36
    SOCIALMEDIAEXAMINER
    socialmediaexaminer.com

    socialmediaexaminer.com

  • ESPORTSAUSTRALIA logo
    Reference 37
    ESPORTSAUSTRALIA
    esportsaustralia.com

    esportsaustralia.com

  • MYFITNESSPAL logo
    Reference 38
    MYFITNESSPAL
    myfitnesspal.com

    myfitnesspal.com

  • SEEK logo
    Reference 39
    SEEK
    seek.com.au

    seek.com.au

  • NSW logo
    Reference 40
    NSW
    nsw.gov.au

    nsw.gov.au

  • VIC logo
    Reference 41
    VIC
    vic.gov.au

    vic.gov.au

  • AUSTRALIANAPPRENTICESHIPS logo
    Reference 42
    AUSTRALIANAPPRENTICESHIPS
    australianapprenticeships.gov.au

    australianapprenticeships.gov.au

  • UPWORK logo
    Reference 43
    UPWORK
    upwork.com

    upwork.com

  • ATO logo
    Reference 44
    ATO
    ato.gov.au

    ato.gov.au

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