News: Attractions
Luna Park Melbourne introduces new rides for summer
Melbourne’s Luna Park is set to reveal new sights and reach new heights this summer with new rides running from 21st December to 2nd February 2020. Advising that St Kilda’s...
Nov 29, 2019
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Dreamworld launches its 'Biggest' Summer campaign
Dreamworld has launched its biggest summer campaign showcasing summer experiences and attractions and signalling a new marketing direction aimed at capturing the Gold Coast...
Nov 28, 2019
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Event Cinemas expands 4DX and Double Daybed experiences
Australia’s largest cinema group, Event Cinemas is set to expand its 4DX and Double Daybed experiences across Australia, as part of its commitment to delivering customers...
Nov 27, 2019
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Angry Bird Mobile Water Park opens in Malaysia
Finland’s Rovio Entertainment, creator of the Angry Birds, has partnered with Malaysia’s One Universal Production to launch the world’s largest mobile-themed water inflatable...
Nov 27, 2019
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Timezone set to open new Sunshine Coast venue
Entertainment destination, Timezone, is set to open its new Sunshine Coast venue from Saturday, 7th December 2019. Covering an area of 2,200 metre², Timezone Sunshine Plaza,...
Nov 26, 2019
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Japanese research shows animation boosts interest on zoo conservation programs
A new national analysis in Japan has shown that animated shows with animal characters can increase public interest in real wildlife, including boosting donations to conservation...
Nov 26, 2019
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Innovation the focus at IAAPA Expo 2019
With global theme and amusement park attendance on the rise, IAAPA Expo continues to serve as the focus for attractions industry innovation. Welcoming 42,600 attendees and 1,146...
Nov 25, 2019
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Mt Hutt named New Zealand’s best ski resort for fifth year
Mt Hutt has taken out the title of New Zealand’s best ski resort for the fifth year in a row at the World Ski Awards in Austria over the weekend. Attending the World Ski Awards...
Nov 25, 2019
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Bendigo NEXT tourism conference to return in 2020
The one-day tourism conference, Bendigo NEXT, will return in 2020 after the success of this year’s event which attracted over 165 attendees. Introducing the 2020 conference City...
Nov 24, 2019
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Queenstown tourism operator celebrates 30th Anniversary
Off Road Adventures, New Zealand’s first off-road tour operator, is celebrating 30 years in business this month. The Queenstown adventure company offers world-class sports...
Nov 24, 2019
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New Sydney Zoo announces official opening date
The new Sydney Zoo, located in Western Sydney has announced an official opening date of 7th December. Sydney Zoo’s first animals - lions, cheetahs, hyenas, orangutans,...
Nov 24, 2019
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Giant Pandas to remain at Adelaide Zoo for another five years
An agreement between Adelaide Zoo and the China Wildlife Conservation Association has resulted in the loan extension of Giant Pandas Wang Wang and Fu Ni for five more years....
Nov 23, 2019
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New $22 million Mon Repos Turtle Centre officially opens
The new $22 million-dollar Mon Repos interpretive turtle centre near Bundaberg officially opened yesterday (23rd November) with the Bundaberg community joining rangers for a...
Nov 23, 2019
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SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium welcomes Six Gentoo penguin chicks
Six Gentoo penguin chicks have hatched and been welcomed into the Penguin Playground at SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium. The latest additions to the colony are a result of SEA LIFE...
Nov 21, 2019
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Greg O'Neill presented with IAAPA Lifetime Service Award
Australian Greg O'Neill, Director of Leisure and Amusement Services Ltd, a Board Director and Past President of the Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association...
Nov 21, 2019
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Plans move forward for three-tower hotel development next to Dreamworld
Plans for a giant $500 million three-tower hotel development next to Gold Coast theme park Dreamworld are moving ahead following a revamped development application having been...
Nov 20, 2019
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Asian attractions recognised at IAAPA's annual Brass Ring Awards
Leading Asian attractions have been recognised at the global amusement and theme park industry's 2019 Brass Ring Awards, with particular success in the Live Entertainment...
Nov 20, 2019
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Plans unveiled for new bowling alley and entertainment venue in Canberra
Entertainment company Kingpin have lodged for plans to convert the food centre at the Canberra Centre’s North Quarter into a games playground, including a bowling alley. Kingpin...
Nov 19, 2019
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Taronga Zoo commences redevelopment of African Wild Dogs exhibit
The $1.25 million redevelopment of the African Wild Dogs exhibit at Taronga Western Plains Zoo’s Gateway to Africa precinct has commenced this week. The Gateway to Africa...
Nov 19, 2019
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Tourism Central Australia takes on operation of mining museum visitor services
As of today (Monday 18th November) Tourism Central Australia has commenced operating the visitor services at the historic Battery Hill Mining Centre, a mining museum in Tennant...
Nov 17, 2019
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Merlin Entertainments announces Legoland Shanghai development
Leading global attractions operator, Merlin Entertainments, with brands including LEGOLAND, Madame Tussauds, SEA LIFE and the Dungeons, has announced that it has entered into a...
Nov 17, 2019
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Legoland Malaysia goes cashless
Malaysia's e-wallet service provider, Touch n' Go eWallet, has partnered with Legoland Malaysia to offer its customers a seamless payment experience when they are in the venue....
Nov 16, 2019
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Funlab launches new holes at Little Bourke Street Holey Moley attraction in Melbourne
Funlab has announced that its Holey Moley mini-golf cocktail bar in Melbourne’s Little Bourke Street has had a facelift, with nine brand new holes - four of which are exclusive...
Nov 14, 2019
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Go Orange secures national tourism award and recognition on the Fast 50
New Zealand based innovative tourism operator Go Orange, has secured the Best Activity New Zealand award in the 2019 Adventure Tourism Awards across Australia and New Zealand....
Nov 14, 2019
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