News: Attractions
Historic levels of growth in global theme park industry in 2017
Visitation rises to Disney attractions, theme parks in China and indoor/family entertainment centres drove historic levels of growth for the theme park industry in 2017,...
May 17, 2018
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ChristchurchNZ names new General Manager of Destination and Attraction
Christchurch and the Canterbury region’s promotion and economic development agency ChristchurchNZ has appointed Loren Heaphy as its General Manager of Destination and...
May 17, 2018
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Wellington City Council’s processes frustrates Sir Peter Jackson’s planned Movie Museum
Famed director Sir Peter Jackson has criticised Wellington City Council for a series of delays that are impacting his planned Movie Museum. Planned for a prime location on the...
May 16, 2018
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Dubai Parks and Resorts welcomes 45% rise in visitors in 2018
Dubai-based theme park and attractions operator DXB Entertainments has reported a 45% increase in visitor numbers in the first quarter of the tyear. Having been battling...
May 14, 2018
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Great Latrobe Park plan would transform defunct Hazelwood coal mine
A group of residents in Victoria’s Latrobe Valley wants to rehabilitate the defunct Hazelwood coal mine and turn it into an environmental attraction similar to the Eden Project...
May 14, 2018
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Dreamworld to open Trolls Village precinct
The ongoing relationship between Dreamworld and DreamWorks Animation will see the Gold Coast theme park open a Trolls Village precinct in the coming months. Based on the popular...
May 13, 2018
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New strategy looks to boost Auckland’s visitor economy
Auckland’s visitor economy has embarked on a new strategy, Destination AKL 2025, outlining a sustainable future for tourism in New Zealand's largest city. Initiated by Auckland...
May 13, 2018
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Shortlisted designs revealed for new 'cultural landmark' on former Royal Adelaide Hospital site
Concept designs for a new arts and cultural centre on the former hospital site on Adelaide’s North Terrace have gone on display at the Art Gallery of South Australia. Intended...
May 12, 2018
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Dalian Wanda Group opens world’s largest movie studio
Chinese entertainment firm Dalian Wanda has celebrated the grand opening of its ‘Movie Metropolis’ film studios. Located in Qingdao in eastern China, the US$7.9 billion spans...
May 11, 2018
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Sydney zoos reach out of court settlement in branding dispute
Taronga Zoo’s legal challenge with the developer of a new attraction which wants to call itself Sydney Zoo has been settled out of court, with the western Sydney newcomer to...
May 10, 2018
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Rising costs impact plans for Darwin waterpark
The Northern Territory Government’s plans to attract private sector investors to develop an international standard waterpark in Darwin has been hit by a threefold rise in costs....
May 10, 2018
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Timezone New Zealand looks to find first ever national WMMT champion
Timezone NZ Ltd is to host its inaugural WMMT (Wangan Midnight Maximum Tune 5DX+) National Championship to find the first ever Timezone NZ Champion. Commencing this weekend, the...
May 10, 2018
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Focus on attractions safety at 2018 AALARA Conference
The 2018 Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) 2018 Conference has opened on the Sunshine Coast with presentations covering the industry’s commitment...
May 8, 2018
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Rain Room attraction opens in Sharjah
A new combined attraction and art installation in the Enirate of Sharjah allows visitors to experience a rain-like downpour - without getting wet. The newly opened Rain Room...
May 8, 2018
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Coffs Harbour’s Big Banana preparing for future with reduced passing trade
The Federal Government’s 2018/19 budget allocation of $970 million for a bypass redirecting the Pacific Highway around the city of Coffs Harbour is likely to have a significant...
May 8, 2018
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Australian Tourism Export Council calls for Federal budget to back tourism
Australia’s tourism industry needs continued strong political leadership and commitment in order to maintain its success and grow further opportunities for the national economy,...
May 7, 2018
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Chinese attraction opens giant swing above 300 metre chasm
A giant cliff-side ride that swings guests above a 300 metre cliff face has opened at an attraction near the Chinese city of Chongqing. Already home to four other cliff side...
May 4, 2018
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General Manager named for New Zealand’s first indoor skydiving tourism experience
Experienced Queenstown tourism leader Matt Wong has been appointed General Manager of iFLY Indoor Skydiving, New Zealand’s only indoor skydiving wind tunnel. Promoted as...
May 4, 2018
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SafeWork SA investigation into Royal Adelaide Show ride death scrutinised by ICAC
South Australia's Independent Commissioner Against Corruption (ICAC) has launched an inquiry into SafeWork SA, after it dropped charges over a fatal show ride accident that...
May 3, 2018
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Intellectual property key to expansion of Shanghai Disney Resort
The Shanghai Disney Resort has this week opened Pixar Toy Story Land, the first addition to the theme park since it opened in June 2016. The seventh themed ‘land’ within...
May 3, 2018
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TTF welcomes Victorian Government’s tourism backing in 2018/19 budget
The Victorian Government’s increased investment in tourism in its 2018/19 Budget will bolster the State’s visitor economy and enhance its reputation as one of the world’s best...
Apr 30, 2018
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Dubai's 20th Century Fox World theme park on hold as developer warns of attractions oversupply
Plans for a 20th Century Fox World theme park in Dubai are on hold, with the developer voicing concern about an “oversupply” of attractions in the region. Al Ahli Group signed a...
Apr 30, 2018
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New features announced for relocated Sydney Powerhouse Museum plus plans for current Ultimo site
Amid ongoing objections over the NSW Government’s plan to relocate Sydney's Powerhouse Museum to Parramatta from Ultimo, as well as questions over its legality, additional...
Apr 29, 2018
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Innovative immersive visitor experience introduced at new Sir John Monash Centre
WildBear Entertainment, one of Australia’s leading producers of factual content for the domestic and international TV markets, has revealed the innovation behind the creation of...
Apr 28, 2018
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