News: Attractions
Australia’s cultural attractions combine to launch new Global Tourism Initiative
Cultural Attractions of Australia is an Australian first, industry-led collective of Australian cultural tourism attractions and museums that have joined forces to present the...
Jan 21, 2019
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Dubai Frame celebrates one million visitors in first year
The Dubai Frame, a tourist attraction launched in the Emirate in January 2018, has attracted one million visitors from around the world in its first year of opening. The Dubai...
Jan 21, 2019
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Taronga Zoo to acknowledge critically endangered species on Australia Day
Taronga Zoo is highlighting that Australia Day celebrations should also include acknowledging some of the nation's critically endangered species such as a little known native...
Jan 21, 2019
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SEA LIFE Trust partners with Cargolux to transport Beluga Whales to Icelandic sanctuary
Merlin Entertainment’s conservation partner charity, the SEA LIFE Trust has announced that all-cargo airline Cargolux has become the official transport partner of the Trust and...
Jan 20, 2019
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National Aquarium of New Zealand relies on $35 million government boost
A multi-million dollar expansion of Napier's National Aquarium is hoping to attract $35 million from the Provincial Growth Fund. An application for funding is being sent to help...
Jan 18, 2019
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New African experience comes to Werribee Open Range Zoo
Werribee Open Range Zoo’s lawns will come to life this February and March with the Village Market offering an African experience in the heart of Victoria Stalls, performances,...
Jan 18, 2019
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Three days of festivities offered at Otway Fly Treetop Adventures
Otway Fly Treetop Adventures are calling on locals and holidaymakers to experience three days of festivities from 26th to 28th January. Visitors soaking up the breathtaking...
Jan 17, 2019
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Topgolf development plans halted following indifferent performance of first Australian venue
The Village Roadshow board has reportedly halted plans to develop up to eight Topgolf venues in Australia and the Asia Pacific as a result of uncertainty over the financial...
Jan 17, 2019
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Auckland Zoo welcomes zebra foal
Auckland Zoo welcomed a beautiful zebra foal in the very early hours of Christmas eve 2018. Seven year old female zebra Layla and foal (sex still unknown) are both doing well....
Jan 17, 2019
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2019 Tourism for Tomorrow Awards finalists announced
The World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) has announced the 15 finalists for its 2019 Tourism for Tomorrow Awards. The 2019 finalists are organised into the following new...
Jan 17, 2019
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Melbourne’s Lyon Housemuseum expansion set for March opening
Several months later than originally planned, the new Housemuseum Galleries at the Lyon Housemuseum in the Melbourne suburb of Kew is on track for a March opening – with more...
Jan 16, 2019
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New Hire Centre at Dubbo Zoo goes solar
Taronga Western Plains Zoo recently opened its new bike and cart Hire Centre which features over 1000 metre² of solar panels and is an important step towards achieving a centre...
Jan 16, 2019
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Looming catastrophe for Queensland crocodiles
Terri Irwin, owner of Australia Zoo, has spoken against the Queensland Government's decision to allow crocodile egg harvesting in Queensland. Changing environmental laws to...
Jan 15, 2019
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New solution to fix tears on inflatable play equipment
With demand for inflatable play equipment and events - indoors, outdoors and on the water - increasing each year, operators are continually seeking to reduce downtime caused by...
Jan 15, 2019
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Dubai Parks and Resorts attracts almost 2.8 million visits in 2018
Attractions and entertainment complex, Dubai Parks and Resorts recorded close to 2.8 million visits in 2018, an increase of 22% compared to the previous year, operator DXB...
Jan 15, 2019
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New international dark sky sanctuary revealed on Stewart Island
New Zealand’s Stewart Island/Rakiura has been officially recognised for its exceptional night sky quality by the International Dark Sky Association (IDA). Already a conservation...
Jan 15, 2019
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New visitor hub for Melbourne’s Queen Victoria Market
The City of Melbourne has unveiled a new visitor hub at the Queen Victoria Market, providing support to the nine million people who visit the market each year. City of Melbourne...
Jan 15, 2019
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No sign of opening for Dreamworld's Sky Voyager
Having been scheduled to open at the end of 2018, Dreamworld’s Sky Voyager, its biggest new attraction in years, has failed to open for the peak holiday season. With new rides...
Jan 14, 2019
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Hong Kong Disneyland announces newest Marvel attraction to open in March 2019
Hong Kong Disneyland (HKDL) has announced that its newest Marvel attraction – Ant-Man and The Wasp: Nano Battle – will open on 31st March 2019. It will be the first attraction...
Jan 14, 2019
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Queensland Government announces plans for Clermont Showgrounds revitalisation project
As part of its Year of Outback Tourism celebrations, the Queensland Government has announced the implementation plan for its $1 million revitalisation project for Clermont...
Jan 13, 2019
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Sovereign Hill appoints Leisure and Tourism Solutions as Greater China and South East Asia representative
The Sovereign Hill Museums Association has announced that Leisure and Tourism Solutions Pty Ltd has been appointed as Sovereign Hill’s new representation in Greater China and...
Jan 13, 2019
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Major parties make funding commitments to revive Kakadu’s tourism industry
Pledges of up to $220 million by the Federal Liberal National Party and Labor Party to rejuvenate Kakadu National Park’s ageing tourism infrastructure has been welcomed by the...
Jan 13, 2019
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Traditional owners withdraw support for National Aboriginal Art Gallery in Alice Springs
The Northern Territory Government's plans for a National Aboriginal Art Gallery in Alice Springs are in doubt after Indigenous traditional owners withdrew support. Having...
Jan 11, 2019
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Name selected for The Australian Reptile Park koala joey following thousands of entries
A name has finally been selected for The Australian Reptile Park’s most beloved koala joey. After a long search between thousands of entries - with people commenting on the...
Jan 9, 2019
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