News: Attractions
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium reopens ‘Day and Night on the Reef’ experience
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium has advised it will be reopening its popular 1.7 million litre Day and Night on the Reef oceanarium, while simultaneously launching a brand-new Rockpool...
Dec 18, 2024
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Rockhampton Zoo conducts ‘live’ animal escape drill
Rockhampton Zoo has carried out a simulated animal escape drill, with staff looking for Zoo Director Liz Bellward dressed up as a giant bird exhibit that had escaped. The...
Dec 18, 2024
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Canberra's Big Splash pool and waterpark fails to open for summer
With temperatures rising, ACT residents are facing a summer without being able to access the Big Splash Waterpark in the Canberra suburb of Belconnen. Reports indicate that the...
Dec 17, 2024
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Dreamworld ends all human interactions with tigers
Gold Coast theme park Dreamworld has advised that its staff will no longer come into direct contact with the animals at its Tiger Island attraction. The move comes after a tiger...
Dec 17, 2024
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Court orders Granties Maze owner to dismantle 'materially unsafe' amusement rides
John Grant, the owner of the Granties Maze in the NSW Illawarra, has been ordered to dismantle more than two dozen attractions at the fun park - including a climbing wall,...
Dec 17, 2024
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Adventure attractions spotlighted for Queensland’s Scenic Rim
The Scenic Rim Region, a local government area in the West Moreton region of South East Queensland, will see adventure attractions open in January 2025. The Canyon Flyer - an...
Dec 16, 2024
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MENALAC event spotlights Egypt’s commitment to expanding its recreation and entertainment offerings
The Middle East and North Africa Leisure and Attractions Council (MENALAC) hosted the inaugural and highly successful ‘Focus on Egypt’ event on 10th and 11th December at the...
Dec 16, 2024
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Giant Pandas arrive at Adelaide Zoo
Adelaide Zoo has welcomed the arrival of Giant Pandas, Xing Qiu and Yi Lan with Director of Adelaide Zoo, Dr Phil Ainsley, noting their journey from Dujiangyan in China was very...
Dec 16, 2024
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Universal Studios Japan identified as Asia’s most visited theme park
Welcoming 16 million visitors in 2023, Universal Studios Japan has been identified as most visited amusement and theme parks in the Asia-Pacific region. As identified by market...
Dec 15, 2024
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Semnox Solutions wins 2024 IAAPA Brass Ring Award for Best New Product
Semnox Solutions, a global leader in providing technology-driven solutions for the entertainment and leisure industry, has shared its acclamation in securing first place in the...
Dec 14, 2024
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Zoos SA updates on Monarto Safari Park's Asian elephant herd
Zoos SA has advised on the progress of Asian elephant, Burma, who has completed her standard quarantine period at Monarto Safari Park and is now ready for visitors - and a new...
Dec 14, 2024
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Koala Sanctuary Guulabaa opens with array of offerings
The Guulabaa Place of Koala tourism precinct has officially opened in the Cowarra State Forest, following a $6.1 million investment from the Australian and NSW Government's...
Dec 11, 2024
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AALARA announces dates for 2025 Conference
The Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) has announced that its 2025 industry conference will be held at The Star on the Gold Coast from 12th to...
Dec 11, 2024
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Taronga announces GIO Insurance as Principal Partner of new Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Centre
Taronga Conservation Society Australia has announced GIO Insurance as the Principal Partner for the Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Centre (ARC) which opened earlier this...
Dec 11, 2024
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Merlin Entertainments advises of moves to implement green energy strategy
Merlin Entertainments has advised of what it calls a “groundbreaking year” of achievements in sustainability through its Green Energy Capex program. Demonstrating Merlin’s More...
Dec 10, 2024
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Axess announces bookings partnership with Spotlio
Access control and point-of-sale (POS) systems leader Axess has announced that it has joined forces with Spotlio, a prominent provider of digital solutions for the attractions...
Dec 9, 2024
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Life Floor receives Certified Autism Resource accreditation from IBCCES
Life Floor has announced that its products are now accredited by International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards as a Certified Autism Resource. The...
Dec 9, 2024
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GameOn entertainment destination opens its largest indoor venue at Melawati Mall in Kuala Lumpur
Founded by Lilian Chan and Leroy Lee, GameOn, Malaysia’s premier indoor entertainment destination, offering a dynamic mix of interactive attractions and sports-based experiences...
Dec 9, 2024
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Brushboarding International partners with Attractions Academy to deliver operator certification and development programs
Looking to delivering training and development for BrushBoarding owners around the world, BrushBoarding International has announced an exclusive global partnership with...
Dec 8, 2024
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Zoos SA appoints Dr Phil Ainsley as new Chief Executive
Adelaide Zoo Director, Dr Phil Ainsley, has been named the next Chief Executive of Zoos SA with the Board of the Royal Zoological Society of South Australia having made the...
Dec 8, 2024
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The Big Banana launches new axe throwing attraction
Coffs Harbour’s The Big Banana Fun Park has unveiled its newest attraction, Axe Throwing, debuting for the peak summer season during the park's 60th-anniversary celebrations....
Dec 7, 2024
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ROLLER software’s ongoing growth recognised on the 2024 AFR Fast 100 List
Roller, the software platform for the attractions and family entertainment industry, has welcomed it being placed 20th out of 100 finalists on the prestigious 2024 Australian...
Dec 6, 2024
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MENALAC to spotlight role of attractions and entertainment in inaugural edition of ‘Focus on Egypt’
The Middle East and North Africa Leisure and Attractions Council (MENALAC) is hosting its inaugural edition of the ‘Focus on Egypt’ event to highlight growth opportunities in...
Dec 6, 2024
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TreeClimb counts down to opening latest attraction in Adelaide’s northern suburbs
Adventure attractions operator TreeClimb is set to open its third South Australian location this month, expanding to Adelaide’s northern suburbs in time for the school holidays....
Dec 5, 2024
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