News: Attractions
SafeWork SA highlights inconsistencies in Australian ride regulations ahead of Royal Adelaide Show
Undertaking ride safety inspections in advance of the Royal Adelaide Show, which opens on Friday, South Australian workplace health and safety body SafeWorkSA has highlighted...
Aug 27, 2019
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Ardent Leisure looks to shrinking of Dreamworld's footprint for development
Ardent Leisure is to shrink the footprint of Dreamworld with new plans to develop land adjacent to the Gold Coast theme park. Having announced an investment of $50 million in...
Aug 26, 2019
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Hong Kong Disneyland names transformed centrepiece the Castle of Magical Dreams
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort has announced that its new transformed signature enchanted castle is to be rebranded as the Castle of Magical Dreams. Bob Chapek, Chairman of Disney...
Aug 26, 2019
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New attractions revealed at Perth’s Outback Splash
Perth's Outback Splash has revealed details of four new waterslides that it will open for the upcoming summer season. Currently under construction, the Polin Waterparks and...
Aug 25, 2019
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Melbourne’s White Night attracts record crowds
Melbourne’s major park and garden precincts have been transformed into artistic wonderlands for White Night Reimagined, attracting a record 718,000 attendees. Celebrating its...
Aug 24, 2019
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Dreamworld announces ‘new era’ with multi-million dollar investment in new rides
Dreamworld on the Gold Coast has today announced what it says is a “transformation signalling a new era for Australia’s biggest theme park” with a $50 million investment in “new...
Aug 23, 2019
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Dreamworld’s long-awaited Sky Voyager takes flight
On a significant day for the Gold Coast theme park, Dreamworld has today commenced operations of its new $20-million Sky Voyager attraction. The Southern Hemisphere’s first ever...
Aug 23, 2019
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GTI Asia China Expo introduces new zone for virtual reality amusements
The upcoming GTI Asia China Expo is to include a new exhibitor zone for virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) products. Introducing the Expo’s new zone, a GTI Asia...
Aug 22, 2019
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Roller shares data on trampoline park demographics
Leading attractions software supplier Roller has shared observations on the performance of trampoline parks, based on broad data it gathers from providing solutions to...
Aug 22, 2019
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Tourism Commission and South Australian Government commit to industry growth
The South Australian Tourism Commission (SATC) has launched the South Australian Visitor Economy Sector Plan 2030, setting out a plan to grow the state's visitor economy to...
Aug 22, 2019
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Aussie World launches Oktober Feast event with a contemporary twist
Sunshine Coast amusement park Aussie World is to give the traditional Bavarian Oktober Festival a fresh and contemporary twist with the launch of Oktober Feast on 5th October....
Aug 22, 2019
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Police investigate juvenile crocodile theft from Kimberley wildlife park
An investigation is underway into the suspected theft of a baby crocodile from a popular wildlife park in northern Western Australia. Cinnamon, 15 months old and around 40cm...
Aug 21, 2019
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Adelaide's AFL Max offers themed indoor sport and activity experiences
A new indoor attraction, sited next to Adelaide Airport, is providing what the operators describe as "Australia's first AFL skills and family entertainment centre". Opened in...
Aug 19, 2019
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Timezone Charlestown entertainment venue set for renovation
Timezone Charlestown entertainment venue has closed for renovation and will re-open in time for September school holidays. The upgrade is part of The Entertainment and Education...
Aug 19, 2019
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Shanghai Disney guest food ban criticised by Chinese state media
A week after the issue generated widespread comment among China’s online community, a ban on guests bringing outside snacks into the Shanghai Disney Resort has seen Chinese...
Aug 17, 2019
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Perth Zoo announces its largest wild release of Western Swamp Tortoises
73 Western Swamp tortoises hatched at Perth Zoo are to be released to Moore River Nature Reserve marking the single biggest wild release of the rare native reptiles. Parks and...
Aug 17, 2019
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Ekka showbag sellers face pressure to reduce single-use plastic
With Brisbane’s Ekka set to close this weekend with around 400,000 people having attended the annual event, organisers and stallholders are recognising the need to adopt more...
Aug 16, 2019
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Intercard showcases cashless technology innovations at Vietnam Theme Park Expo
With demand increasing for cashless technology in Vietnam’s fast-growing market for theme parks and family entertainment centres, Intercard will be showcasing their latest...
Aug 15, 2019
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Indoor climbing supplier marks 10 years of operations
Indoor climbing facility supplier ICP has recently marked 10 years of operations, hosting an anniversary event for clients, staff and stakeholders. Having completed numerous...
Aug 15, 2019
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Auckland tourism and events agency achieves global recognition for environmental performance
An ongoing commitment to environmental responsibility and performance has seen Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED) achieve the globally recognised...
Aug 14, 2019
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ATIC welcomes TRA’s record-breaking Australian tourism data
The Australian Tourism Industry Council (ATIC) has welcomed today’s Tourism Research Australia's ‘State of the Nation’ report into its economic, employment and export...
Aug 14, 2019
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Ian Coombes Limited to distribute Polin Waterparks products in New Zealand
Christchurch-based aquatic facilities specialist Ian Coombes Limited has announced its appointment as the distributor of Polin Waterparks products in New Zealand. With branches...
Aug 13, 2019
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Cairns set to host Westshell's giant travelling Ferris wheel
The Cairns Esplanade is set to host the country’s highest, continuously travelling Ferris wheel for a three-month trial from the end of this month. Currently in operation at...
Aug 13, 2019
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Consultation commences on plans for expanded Napier National Aquarium
The process to complete the detailed business case for the proposed expansion of the National Aquarium of New Zealand, known as Project Shapeshifter: Redefining our National...
Aug 12, 2019
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