News: Attractions
National Portrait Gallery's ANZAC exhibition to mark Gallipoli Centenary
The National Portrait Gallery (NPG) in Canberra is marking the coming Gallipoli landing centenary with an exhibition that examines the effect of First World War on the home...
Mar 29, 2015
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Rainbow’s End marketing achievements acknowledged as Auckland’s best
The marketing achievements of Rainbow’s End have been acknowledged with the theme park receiving the prestigious Westpac Auckland’s ‘Best of the Best’ Marketing Award 2014....
Mar 29, 2015
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Re-elected NSW Premier to now deliver on election commitments to leisure
The re-election of the Coalition in NSW should now see election commitments made by NSW Premier Mike Baird come to fruition. To be funded by the sale of part of the NSW...
Mar 29, 2015
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IAAPA Dubai Leadership Conference learns of the importance of world-class guest experiences
Providing unrivalled guest experiences through innovative and thorough destination management should be the priority of every visitor attraction was the message delivered ath...
Mar 29, 2015
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Revised Go Karting Standard released for public comment
Go Kart operators should note that revisions to the Australian Standard for Go Karts, AS3533.4.4, have been released in draft form for public comment. Standards Australia have...
Mar 27, 2015
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Hobbiton welcomes its millionth visitor
The Hobbiton Movie Set, near Matamata in New Zealand’s Waikato region, has welcomed its one millionth visitor. The popular attraction is now one of New Zealand’s most visited...
Mar 26, 2015
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Amendments made to SafeWork SA auditing regime for amusement devices
Safe Work SA have recently begun advising amusement device owners and operators of changes to the SafeWork SA auditing regime for amusement devices at the 2015 Royal Adelaide...
Mar 26, 2015
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Comprehensive risk and safety assessments undertaken in advance of 2015 Sydney Royal Easter Show
With the 2015 Sydney Royal Easter Show set to start tomorrow (Thursday 26th March), carnival ride operators have been put through a strict regime of risk and safety assessments....
Mar 24, 2015
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Wibit launch new aquatic inflatables, emphasising quality and safety standards
Aquatic playground innovators Wibit have revealed their latest Sports Park combinations as well as new product features including The Dome, High Roller and Monkey Bars -...
Mar 24, 2015
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Fraser Coast Council closes 'unsafe' Torquay waterslide
Fraser Coast Regional Council safety inspectors have closed the waterslide at Torquay attraction Golf 'N' Games Waterslide due to safety concerns. According to the Fraser Coast...
Mar 23, 2015
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Village Roadshow advances Asian theme park plans with joint-venture with CITIC
Village Roadshow Ltd, operator of Australia's biggest cinema chain and several of the country's major theme and water parks, has announced that it will form a $500 million joint...
Mar 23, 2015
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Tourism can be Australia's fastest growing industry this decade
Federal Minister for Trade and Investment Andrew Robb has shared his belief that tourism can be the fastest growing sector in Australia during the present decade. Opening...
Mar 18, 2015
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Palmer Coolum Resort sacks staff and closes accommodation facilities for renovations
About 40 staff at Clive Palmer's resort on Queensland's Sunshine Coast have been sacked as parts of the Palmer Coolum Resort has been closed for renovations. Resort management...
Mar 17, 2015
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Sydney landmark the Bondi Pavilion to get a $10 million makeover
Waverley Council is inviting expressions of interest to lead the design for the conservation and upgrade of one of Sydney’s landmark buildings – The Bondi Pavilion. The Council...
Mar 17, 2015
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Customer satisfaction declines in Singapore tourism
Customer satisfaction, especially among visitors, in Singapore's tourism and food and beverage (F&B) sectors, has fallen in the past year. Based on the results of the...
Mar 17, 2015
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Hong Kong Disneyland profits rise as visitor growth slows
Hong Kong Disneyland reported a HK$336 million (A$56.5 million) profit for the last financial year despite experiencing a slowdown in visitor growth. The Resort, a joint venture...
Mar 17, 2015
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Luna Park Sydney marks 80th birthday with Star Path launch
Landmark attraction Luna Park Sydney has brought a piece of Hollywood to Australia, marking its 80th anniversary with the launch of the Luna Park Star Path. Inspired by famed...
Mar 15, 2015
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Melbourne Zoo welcomes first baby gorilla birth in 15 years
Melbourne Zoo is celebrating its first gorilla baby since 2000 after Western lowland gorilla Kimya, gave birth to her first baby on Saturday evening Kimya, delivered her first...
Mar 15, 2015
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Museums Australia welcomes new National Director
The National Council of Museums Australia has welcomed Alexandra Marsden as its new National Director. Following Bernice Murphy’s nine years leadership of Museums Australia, the...
Mar 13, 2015
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Events contribute to record activity in Australian domestic tourism
The latest National Visitor Survey statistics released by Tourism Research Australia saw domestic tourism reach new record levels, with domestic overnight travel increasing 7%...
Mar 12, 2015
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Share volatility after Ardent Leisure announces new Chief Executive
Shares in industry-wide leisure group Ardent Leisure dropped sharply yesterday (11th March) after the surprise announcement of the appointment of former magazine editor Deborah...
Mar 11, 2015
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Developer still hopes to advance Cairns Adventure Waters waterpark
Cairns entrepreneur Paul Freebody is still expecting to develop his planned Adventure Waters waterpark, with the project’s website currently now advertising a 2016 opening....
Mar 10, 2015
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Islamic State militants bulldoze ancient Assyrian city Nimrud
Islamic State militants have intensified their efforts to destroy invaluable historical landmarks in Iraq having released video of the “bulldozing" of the ancient Assyrian...
Mar 8, 2015
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Cadbury passes on $16 million in Federal funds for visitor centre upgrade
Chocolate maker Cadbury has withdrawn its application for $16 million in Federal Government funds to upgrade its Tasmanian factory tour because it could not meet conditions...
Mar 8, 2015
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