News: Attractions
Cairns Business Events Industry promotes holding events with purpose
The business events industry in Cairns has highlighted their commitment to being custodians of the natural environment by putting together five ways to have an event with...
Feb 19, 2020
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Sydney Showground introduces innovative security system
Sydney Showground will be tightening its security this year, with the introduction of the Metrasens’ Proscreen 900 Plus detection system across all events including the ICC T20...
Feb 19, 2020
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Versatility of Brisbane Showgrounds delivers successful 2019
The Brisbane Showgrounds’ indoor/outdoor events precinct has capped off a highly successful 2019 staging more than 250 events and attracting a million visitors. With 24 event...
Feb 19, 2020
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The Sydney Family Show returns for its 11th year
Offering an array of family entertainment, the Sydney Family Show is returning for its 11th year at Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park from 9th to 26th April 2020. Coinciding...
Feb 18, 2020
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Decline in visitor numbers prompts departure of BridgeClimb Sydney Chief Executive
A steady decline in climber numbers, exacerbated by the recent bushfires, have prompted the operators of BridgeClimb Sydney to end the tenure of Chief Executive Chris Zumwalt....
Feb 18, 2020
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IAAPA shares resources on Coronavirus outbreak
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has compiled a range of resources for members regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. IAAPA has...
Feb 17, 2020
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Visitor experience enhanced on Tasmania's Sarah Island
Visitors to Sarah Island, one of Tasmania's oldest convict settlements within the Macquarie Harbour Historic site and Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area, are set to...
Feb 17, 2020
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Cairns Council looks to bring back Westshell's giant Ferris Wheel for lengthy stay
Cairns Regional Council plans to invite Westshell Pty Ltd to bring back its 35-metre high travelling Ferris Wheel to Cairns from June for a possible eight-month stay. The...
Feb 16, 2020
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AJ Hackett suspends Macau operations
AJ Hackett have suspended AJ Hackett Macau Tower operations following the Macau Government’s mandate from the 4th February 2020, stating that all businesses that fall under...
Feb 16, 2020
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Museums Bathurst gets brand launch
With the opening of the Bathurst Rail Museum to the public on Saturday 22nd February, Museums Bathurst is the new name and brand encompassing all Bathurst Regional Council owned...
Feb 16, 2020
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Eden Park to launch Sky Sport Rooftop Tour and Zip line
Auckland's Eden Park has revealed that it is to launch two new attractions - the Sky Sport Rooftop Tour and Zipline - in the coming months, offering the public a spectacular...
Feb 14, 2020
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Attraction upgrades set to deliver a new era for Kakadu tourism
Alongside plans for major investment to enhance tourist access around the Kakadu National Park, there are upgrades currently taking place to major attractions, including the...
Feb 13, 2020
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New attractions launched at UAE’s Jais Adventure Peak
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has launched the Jais Adventure Peak, a group of adventure attractions on the UAE’s highest mountain, Jebel Jais. The Jais...
Feb 12, 2020
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Sydney's MCA powers digital transformation with Ungerboeck Cloud
A few months after being named the world’s most visited contemporary art museum by The Art Newspaper, the Museum of Contemporary Art Australia (MCA) decided to move their entire...
Feb 11, 2020
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Cairns tourism boosted by new international campaigns
As a result of the recent coronavirus outbreak, the Queensland Government has today fast-tracked three new million-dollar international campaigns to support affected businesses...
Feb 11, 2020
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2020 Australian Regional Tourism Convention to be staged in Ballarat
Australian Regional Tourism has announced that it is to partner with the City of Ballarat to host the 2020 Australian Regional Tourism (ART) Convention. In a highly competitive...
Feb 10, 2020
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Kryal Castle acknowledges efforts of volunteers and emergency services during Victoria's bushfire crisis
The management of Ballarat attraction Kryal Castle has issued its thanks to the volunteers and emergency services staff that have braved the bushfires to protect communities...
Feb 10, 2020
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Experience Co cuts Cairns tourism jobs in restructuring
Looking to reduce its operational losses, Experience Co has announced staff cuts in its Cairns businesses. Advising of the job cuts, Experience Co Chief Executive, John...
Feb 9, 2020
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BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park opens landmark new aquatic attraction
BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park has opened its new multi-million-dollar aquatic attraction to the public offering 40 interactive play features, including one of the largest splash...
Feb 8, 2020
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Dreamworld permanently closes Rocky Hollow Log Ride
Dreamworld has revealed that it is to permanently close of Rocky Hollow Log Ride, one of the Gold Coast theme parks’ oldest rides. With Dreamworld currently investing in new...
Feb 7, 2020
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IAAPA monitors coronavirus outbreak and cancels Meet IAAPA event in China
IAAPA, the world's largest trade association for the attractions industry, has advised that it continues to actively monitor the coronavirus outbreak and its impact to members,...
Feb 7, 2020
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Dreamworld enjoys successful peak season
Having struggled since the Thunder River Rapids tragedy of 2016, reports indicate that Dreamworld has enjoyed a successful summer season with crowds heading back to the Gold...
Feb 7, 2020
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BelgraviaPRO takes on management of Byron Shire holiday parks
BelgraviaPRO, the tourism and holiday parks management subsidiary of the Belgravia Health and Leisure Group, has been awarded the tender to manage the First Sun Holiday Park and...
Feb 6, 2020
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New art exhibition celebrates Tasmania’s sporting women and girls
A new exhibition, The Change Room , opening today at the Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery (TMAG) celebrates Tasmania’s sporting women and girls The Change Room highlights the...
Feb 6, 2020
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