News: Attractions
NSW Fair Trading and SafeWork NSW assure visitors over Royal Easter Show safety
Visitors to Sydney’s Royal Easter Show are being reassured over event safety with ongoing inspections carried out by NSW Fair Trading and SafeWork NSW. NSW Minister for Better...
Apr 14, 2019
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Waverley Council settles for Bondi Pavilion revamp
Waverley Council has ditched controversial plans to redevelop the Bondi Pavilion with the lodgement of a development application to restore the heritage-listed building. With...
Apr 13, 2019
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Roller Software resource flags benefits of ‘all-in-one’ software
Aiming to inform amusement, attractions, entertainment and recreation facilities on choosing the right management technology and gaining a competitive advantage, industry...
Apr 11, 2019
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Paradise Country welcomes wombat joey
Paradise Country, Village Roadshow Theme Park’s Australian homestead on the Gold Coast Queensland, has welcomed a nine-month old female wombat joey. Weighing around five...
Apr 10, 2019
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Vale: Max Laurie
Australasian Leisure Management has learned of the death of carnival industry legend Max Laurie OAM after a long battle with illness. Widely known as the longstanding President...
Apr 10, 2019
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Dreamworld to offer guests an illuminated experience
In the lead up to the return of Dreamworld’s Park After Dark events, the theme park has revealed the family entertainment on offer at its Neon Nights on Saturday 13th April....
Apr 10, 2019
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New initiative to promote Australian cultural attractions
A new partnership launched between Tourism Australia and new industry body Cultural Attractions of Australia is looking to use the country’s foremost arts and cultural...
Apr 9, 2019
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Auckland Art Gallery Director appointment aims to focus on growth
Regional Facilities Auckland (RFA) has announced the appointment of Kirsten Paisley as Director of Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki. Paisley, who will move from her role as...
Apr 9, 2019
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Australian Reptile Park saves more than 20,000 lives with antivenom program
The Australian Reptile Park, a hands-on wildlife sanctuary located in the natural bush setting of the Central Coast of NSW, are celebrating the accomplishment of over 20,000...
Apr 8, 2019
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Adelaide Zoo to keep pandas Wang Wang and Fu Ni
Federal Government Trade and Tourism Minister Simon Birmingham has said Adelaide Zoo's two popular giant pandas will be remain in the country regardless of who wins the upcoming...
Apr 8, 2019
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Ardent Leisure borrows $225 million for attractions investment
Dreamworld owner Ardent Leisure has announced that it is to borrow $225 million as part of an investment plan for the business. In an announcement to the ASX on Friday, the...
Apr 7, 2019
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Les Mills International partners with Disney to inspire youth fitness
Les Mills International has partnered with Disney to create a Marvel superhero workout to inspire millions of children to become more physically active and adopt a positive...
Apr 7, 2019
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TreeTops opens aerial fusion of play and adventure in Ourimbah State Forest
Aerial and adventure innovators TreeTops have opened a new suspended attraction where adventure-lovers and thrill-seekers can bounce, leap and explore among the high trees of...
Apr 7, 2019
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UAE zoo expands its conservation programs
Al Ain Zoo, a 400-hectare zoo located in the foothills of Jebel Hafeet in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi plans to expand its conservation program over the next two years. As part of its...
Apr 7, 2019
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Wet'n'Wild Sydney operator Parques Reunidos reports rising profits
Global attractions operator Parques Reunidos, the new owner of the Wet'n'Wild Sydney waterpark, has reported a €13 million (US$14.5 million) net profit on its global operations...
Apr 5, 2019
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Perth surf park plan in doubt after bid for use of Crown land rejected
The decision by the Western Australian Government to reject a request to hand over Crown land for a controversial wave park project on the banks of Perth's Swan River has...
Apr 5, 2019
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Jenolan Caves accommodation to benefit from $10.4 million NSW Government funding
Jenolan Caves' historic Caves House hotel will be transformed into a five-star destination under a $10.4 million funding commitment from the NSW Government. Announced before the...
Apr 4, 2019
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Shaun the Sheep attraction opens in Japan
Aardman and Tohokushinsha Film Corporation have officially opened the new Shaun the Sheep area at the English Garden Rosa & Berry, an English garden themed attraction in Tawada,...
Apr 4, 2019
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Roaming recycling bins introduced at Shanghai Disney Resort
Guests at Shanghai Disney Resort are being encouraged to learn more about recycling methods with the introduction of a roaming recycling bin. This comes at a time when Shanghai...
Apr 3, 2019
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New waterslide enhances popularity of West Wyalong pool
A new waterslide at the Holland Park Pool in West Wyalong in the Central West region of NSW has proved a popular attraction during the summer months. Installed by Australian...
Apr 3, 2019
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Tourism 'the best partner for governments' to generate jobs and economic growth
“Tourism is truly the best partner for governments to generate economic growth, create jobs and reduce poverty” was the message from Gloria Guevara, President and Chief...
Apr 2, 2019
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Mixed reactions to Federal budget tourism spending
The announcement of $50 million in funding for a Tourism Icons Package in Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg first budget has received a mixed reaction from tourism groups. The...
Apr 2, 2019
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Taronga Zoo rare Sumatran Tiger cubs make public debut
Taronga Zoo Sydney has announced that the three rare Sumatran Tiger cubs born earlier this year made their first public appearance last week on the Taronga’s Tiger Trek Ranger...
Apr 2, 2019
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New attractions needed to continue growth in overseas visitors to Western Australia
The latest International Visitor Survey results for the year ending December 2018 show the number of international visitors to Western Australian grew by 2%, while expenditure...
Apr 1, 2019
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