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Federal Government's tourism package includes six-month extension of Zoos and Aquarium program
The package of measures to stimulate Australia's tourism industry after the cessation of the JobKeeper allowance will see the existing Zoos and Aquarium program extended by six...
Mar 11, 2021
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Taronga Western Plains Zoo celebrates birth of critically endangered Black Rhino calf
Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo is celebrating the birth of a critically endangered Black Rhino calf, born in late February 2021. Keepers arrived at work in the early hours...
Mar 10, 2021
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Moomba long weekend sees more people in the Melbourne CBD
The City of Melbourne has reported a 392% increase in pedestrian movements recorded at Alexandra Gardens during the Moomba Festival at the weekend. Melbourne Lord Mayor Sally...
Mar 9, 2021
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Centara Mirage themed waterpark resort to open in Vietnam
Following their success in Thailand, Centara Hotels and Resorts, are expanding their family-themed resort brand with the world’s second Centara Mirage, opening in a popular...
Mar 5, 2021
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Interactive Giant Panda-themed museum opens in China
An interactive giant panda-themed museum opened to the public this week in Chengdu, capital of southwest China’s Sichuan Province - one of the major habitats for pandas. As...
Mar 4, 2021
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Aerial Adventure Park part of expansion of facilities at the Gold Coast Recreation Centre
A $7 million expansion of the Gold Coast Recreation Centre at Tallebudgera, that will see Surfing Queensland relocate to the beachside venue, is to see the addition of a $1.72...
Mar 4, 2021
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Peninsula Hot Springs Group announces partnership to develop new experience in East Gippsland
The Peninsula Hot Springs Group has partnered with East Gippsland tourism operators Rachel and Adrian Bromage to develop a new hot springs attraction in picturesque Metung....
Mar 4, 2021
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Liz Ann Macgregor to step down as Director of Sydney's Museum of Contemporary Art
Elizabeth Ann Macgregor, Director of Sydney's Museum of Contemporary Art for more than two decades, is to step down from the role. Macgregor, who is acknowledged for...
Mar 3, 2021
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SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium marks World Wildlife Day with release of hybrid turtle
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium is marking World Wildlife Day today with the release of an unusual hybrid sea turtle at Mon Repos Turtle Centre. The unique turtle has the...
Mar 3, 2021
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Melbourne Zoo installs QR technology for visitors to access information and virtual zookeeper talks
Melbourne Zoo’s installation of QR technology has given animal lovers a new way to connect with their Zoo favourites. The tiger, orang-utan, and snow leopard exhibits are among...
Mar 2, 2021
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New heated Water Splash Park opens at Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley
Hunter Valley hotel and tourism investor, Dr Jerry Schwartz, has installed a new heated water play park onsite at the Crowne Plaza Hunter Valley, to ensure children enjoy the...
Mar 1, 2021
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Optus Stadium launches The Ozone attractions hub
The Ozone, Optus Stadium’s attractions hub, has launched with Perth’s first chance to experience HALO, the Stadium’s much anticipated roof top tour. Offering unique and...
Mar 1, 2021
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Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi to host female only International Women’s Day event
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi is to acknowledge and celebrate International Women’s Day on Monday 8th March with its first ever female only event. The Yas Island theme park will...
Feb 28, 2021
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Zoos SA announces Mossop Construction as builder for Monarto Safari Park Visitor Centre
Zoos SA has announced Mossop Construction + Interiors as the appointed builder for the multi-million dollar Monarto Safari Park Visitor Centre with construction work having...
Feb 28, 2021
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Coffs Harbour Marine Conservation Park supports NSW Government ban on captive dolphin breeding
Following the move by the NSW Government to halt the breeding or importation of dolphins and other marine mammals, the Dolphin Marine Conservation Park in Coffs Harbour has...
Feb 27, 2021
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Genting Malaysia reveals Genting SkyWorlds brand and new theme park opening
Following a series of delays, Malaysia’s Resorts World Genting has revealed the branding for it new outdoor theme park - Genting SkyWorlds - and that it will be opening before...
Feb 26, 2021
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NSW Government bans dolphin breeding and importation of marine mammals
Follows a landmark inquiry, the NSW Government has today announced a new regulation under the Biodiversity Conservation Act that prohibits the breeding or importation of...
Feb 26, 2021
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Council handed keys to the new SAM attraction
Greater Shepparton City Council has announced the completion of the new SAM building as of 22nd January 2021, with a certificate of occupancy issued on 2nd February 2021. With...
Feb 26, 2021
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AALARA to replace single annual conference with one-day events in Sydney, Melbourne and on the Gold Coast
Facing ongoing uncertainty over COVID-19 travel restrictions, the Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) has today announced that it will not hold its...
Feb 24, 2021
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SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium to open new Sea Cave Adventure zone in December 2021
Ahead of the 21st anniversary of the Hauraki Gulf Marine Park this Saturday 27th February, SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium has announced that a new zone dedicated to the...
Feb 24, 2021
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Granties Maze introduces world-first mechanical zebra attraction
Granties Maze, near Kiama on the NSW South Coast, has introduced a world first attraction through the summer holidays, a two-metre-tall mechanical zebra. Designed and...
Feb 24, 2021
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Wyndham Destinations launch over 100 attraction and recreation activities across its South Pacific resorts
In response to ongoing COVID-19 travel restrictions, Wyndham Destinations Asia Pacific has launched more than 100 free experiences across 22 Club Wyndham South Pacific resorts...
Feb 23, 2021
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Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome names new koala joey
The Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome has announced the naming of their youngest resident, a female koala joey who will be known as Lulu. Born in July last year, Lulu has only...
Feb 22, 2021
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Online ticketing scams return to impact tourist attractions
An online scam which has defrauded hundreds of thousands of dollars from visitor attractions has been reported as having re-emerged in Australia. Operators already impacted by...
Feb 22, 2021
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