News: Attractions
Enta Australasia rebrands as VIVATICKET
As part of a global strategy to have one common ticketing identity, Best Union and its Enta Australasia subsidiary have been rebranded as VIVATICKET, with, since 1st July,...
Jul 19, 2018
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International Visitor Survey shows record high for Australian tourism
Spending by both international and domestic tourists has soared to a record $107.4 billion as Australia continues to welcome record numbers of visitors for the year ending March...
Jul 18, 2018
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Gallery designs unveiled as early works start on next stages of HOTA
Concept designs for the Gold Coast’s $60.5 million art gallery at HOTA, Home of the Arts, have been unveiled as preparations commence works for works on the next phase of the...
Jul 18, 2018
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Coronet Peak opens New Zealand’s first ever Ice Castles experience
Queenstown ski field Coronet Peak is enhancing its offerings to visitors with the opening of a new interactive experience The Ice Slides. Created by by Utah, USA-based Ice...
Jul 18, 2018
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Urbnsurf Perth development a step closer after Supreme Court win
Backers of the URBNSURF artificial wave park proposed for a site on the banks of Perth's Swan River are moving forward with the plan after the Western Australian Supreme Court...
Jul 18, 2018
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Sunlover unveils dedicated Great Barrier Reef events venue
A dedicated floating venue has been launched at the Arlington Reef in far north Queensland, offering bespoke location for corporate events and private parties in the middle of...
Jul 17, 2018
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Visits to Indian theme park set to double
Ongoing growth and increasing popularity of theme park visits is expected to the see the Indian amusement attraction sector set to double by 2023. Worth Rs 2930 crore (US$434...
Jul 17, 2018
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Key objects announced for world premiere Nelson Mandela exhibition at Melbourne Museum
The Melbourne Museum is to host the world premiere of an exhibition charting the life and times of former South African President Nelson Mandela, with key objects that will be...
Jul 17, 2018
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RASV appoints Zoonga Australia as Melbourne Royal Show ticketing partner
The Royal Agricultural Society of Victoria (RASV) has announced that Zoonga Australia, part of the global Kyazoonga brand, will manage ticketing sales for the Melbourne Royal...
Jul 16, 2018
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TECNZ launches new health and safety initiative for tourism operators
The Tourism Export Council of New Zealand (TECNZ) has launched a new online health and safety checklist to improve the efficiency of health and safety data collection, storage,...
Jul 16, 2018
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New light installation goes live at GOMA
Locals and visitors to Brisbane’s Gallery of Modern Art (GOMA) have welcomed the launch of Night Life 2018 by leading international light artist James Turrell. Queensland Art...
Jul 15, 2018
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Former HMAS Tobruk scuttled as Fraser Coast diving attraction
After more than 40 years of service with the Royal Australian Navy, the former HMAS Tobruk has joined Queensland’s list of artificial reefs, becoming a new dive site in the...
Jul 14, 2018
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World-class koala research facility operational at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
The Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary has opened its new world-class koala science and research facility, the Brisbane Koala Science Institute. Constructed in collaboration with the...
Jul 14, 2018
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New Perth Stadium bridge to offer climbing and zip line experiences
With Perth’s new Matagarup Bridge set for its formal opening on Sunday, preparations are being made for the introduction of adventure attractions on the new landmark....
Jul 13, 2018
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Countdown to 25th July opening at Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi
Finishing touches are being put to Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi ahead of its 25th July grand opening on Yas Island. The theme park is also currently undergoing ride safety checks...
Jul 13, 2018
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The Tourism Group to manage the Western Australian Visitor Centre
The Western Australian Government has announced that following an open tender process, the operation of the Western Australian Visitor Centre (WAVC) has been awarded to The...
Jul 11, 2018
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200,000 New Zealanders visit Wonders of the World
The Wonders of the World LEGO exhibition being toured by Te Papa, the national museum of New Zealand, across the country has smashed through a 200,000 attendance mark after a...
Jul 10, 2018
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Dunedin Destination Plan Adopted by Council
The Dunedin City Council has adopted the Dunedin Destination Plan after an in-depth submission and deliberation process. Adopted last month, the plan sets out key goals and six...
Jul 10, 2018
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Tokyo Lego attraction apologises for blocking access for deaf patrons
The Tokyo Legoland Discovery Centre has issued a formal apology for denying access to a deaf guest and pledged to revise its entry policies. Teacher Tsuyoshi Abe was denied...
Jul 9, 2018
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Merlin Divisional Director makes statement after Sydney Tower Eye fatality
Following the apparent suicide of a man who fell from the Skywalk attraction at Sydney's Centrepoint tower on Sunday evening, Rob Smith, Divisional Director for Merlin...
Jul 9, 2018
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Ballarat's first trampoline arena opens
The opening of Ballarat’s first trampoline park, Xtreme Bounce, presents 78 trampolines and a host of attractions to keep children active. The most anticipated addition to...
Jul 8, 2018
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Climber falls to death from Sydney Tower Skywalk
A man has died after falling from from the Skywalk attraction at Sydney's Centrepoint tower. According to reports by 7 News, NSW Police advised that "they were called to the...
Jul 8, 2018
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Australian Reptile Park welcomes record koala breeding season
The Australian Reptile Park has achieved a record koala breeding season broken, welcoming 10 koala joeys during the first half of 2018. The number not only contributes to the...
Jul 7, 2018
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New data shows tourism a key driver of Queensland’s economy
Tourism has solidified its position as a pillar of Queensland’s economy according to new data released today that shows the industry now employs nearly 220,000 people and...
Jul 6, 2018
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