News: Attractions
Scenic World achieves new record with one million visitors in a year
NSW Blue Mountains attraction Scenic World welcomed its one millionth visitor for the operating year over the weekend, marking an exciting milestone for the family-owned...
May 29, 2017
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Ride owners plead guilty to safety breaches in Royal Adelaide Show death trial
The owners of an amusement ride that flung a young girl to her death at the 2014 Royal Adelaide Show have pleaded guilty to failing to maintain the ride in a safe condition in...
May 29, 2017
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Dalian Wanda Group to build new central Asian theme parks
Chinese real estate and entertainment giant the Dalian Wanda Group has announced that it will build two new entertainment complexes, at unspecified locations, along the Central...
May 29, 2017
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Perth Zoo to assess orangutan security after pair escape
Perth Zoo has dismantled part of its orangutan enclosure after two of the animals escaped at the weekend. Five-year-old male Sungai was hanging from recently installed overhead...
May 29, 2017
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Rock climbing adapts to growing popularity in advance of Tokyo Olympics
With rock climbing set to make its Olympic debut at Tokyo 2020 participation in rock climbing disciplines in Australia. As reported by the ABC, the recent national titles, held...
May 28, 2017
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Dubai's Wild Wadi waterpark to be relocated to new man-made island
Iconic Dubai waterpark Wild Wadi, one of the United Arab Emirate's signature leisure attactions, is to be relocated to a new man-made island next to the landmark Burj Al Arab...
May 28, 2017
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LEGOLAND Discovery Centre hosts first Adults Only night
Older fans of LEGO have been able to enjoy the new LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Melbourne during its first Adults Only Night on Thursday (25th May). The first of three scheduled...
May 28, 2017
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Sydney Opera House named Australia's favourite landmark
Travel planning and booking site TripAdvisor has announced that the Sydney Opera House has been named the winner in its 2017 Travellers’ Choice awards for Landmarks in...
May 27, 2017
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Ardent looks to quash Dreamworld sale rumours, explores site rezoning plan
Following ongoing reports of a potential sale of Gold Coast theme park Dreamworld to an overseas buyer, Dreamworld Chief Executive Craig Davidson has advised staff that the...
May 24, 2017
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South Perth foreshore project to feature museum, park and entertainment complex
Newly released plans for the enhancement of a 60 hectare site on the South Perth foreshore envisage the creation of a lecture theatre, event spaces, eateries and a museum, all...
May 23, 2017
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Museum Awards celebrate innovation and community engagement
Budget and location have been no barrier to recognition in the 2017 ServiceIQ New Zealand Museum Awards, with the best and most innovative exhibitions, programmes and museum...
May 23, 2017
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New climbing wall innovation available in Australia
Adventure leisure specialists The Highgate Group have teamed up with Valo Motion to introduce a new compact climbing wall feature ideal for climbing centres, gyms, indoor...
May 23, 2017
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Kelly Tarlton's and Auckland Zoo celebrate World Turtle Day
With today (Tuesday 23rd May) marking World Turtle Day, SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s and Auckland Zoo vets have undertaken a medical check of a recently rescued, critically...
May 23, 2017
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Cadbury World attraction to expand in Dunedin
In the wake of the recent announcement that the parent company of confectioners Cadbury will soon close its factory in Dunedin on New Zealand’s South Island, plans for an...
May 21, 2017
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Minister announces appointments to New Zealand cultural bodies
New Zealand Arts, Culture and Heritage Minister Maggie Barry has announced the appointment of new members to the boards of the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra (NZSO), Heritage...
May 18, 2017
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New Western Australian Government abandons plans for open-range zoo
The newly elected Western Australian Government has scrapped plans to invest $200 million in developing a new open range zoo near Perth. The new Labor Government has revealed...
May 17, 2017
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Officials insist Guggenheim Abu Dhabi will be built
While Abu Dhabi’s Louvre satellite museum is set for imminent handover to the Emirate’s Tourism and Culture Authority, a senior official of the Abu Dhabi Tourism Development and...
May 17, 2017
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Dax Eddy takes on AALARA Presidency
Dax Eddy, Executive Director of the Jamberoo Action Park and long time member of the Board of the Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA), has this...
May 17, 2017
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Destination NSW flags Sydney's major events at ATE
While hosting the Australian Tourism Exchange this week, Destination NSW is highlighting Sydney’s track record in attracting major world-class events, with the city’s 2017 event...
May 16, 2017
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Animals set for Dubai Safari Park move
Almost 1,000 animals currently living at the Dubai Zoo are set to be relocated to the new 119-hectare Dubai Safari Park over the coming months. Due to open later this year, the...
May 16, 2017
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2017 Museum Awards finalists cover New Zealand's social diversity
Finalists for the ServiceIQ 2017 New Zealand Museum Awards, to be presented on 23rd May, include exhibitions and programmes about new New Zealanders, Māori, and stories about...
May 15, 2017
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Resellers beat fans to Ed Sheeran tour tickets as Ticketek site crashes
Fans wanting to see popular singer Ed Sheeran’s 2018 Australian tour have been left frustrated in their attempts to buy tickets after resellers accessed large amounts of the...
May 15, 2017
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British safety body publishes trampoline arena standards
Aiming to reduce injuries at trampoline parks and drive forward tougher safety standards, BSI, the British standards company, has launched a new specification for the...
May 15, 2017
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Battlefield Sports introduces new ‘sci-fi’ laser tag gun in fast growing market
Laser gaming market leader Battlefield Sports has introduced a new laser ‘gun’ for science fiction style live action role-playing games. With Battlefield Sports priding itself...
May 15, 2017
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