News: Attractions
Palmerston North’s new waterpark a hit in the first month
Over 10,000 people have ridden the new SuperBowl and SpeedSlide hydroslides at Palmerston North’s Lido Aquatic Centre since opening in December last year. The Manawatu waterpark...
Jan 26, 2015
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New waterslides and aquatic play area prooves popular at Moonta Bay
A new, free-to-use aquatic play area at Moonta Bay on the Yorke Peninsula in South Australia has been a welcome and popular attraction since its opening in December. Designed...
Jan 23, 2015
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Political rivals commit to tourism funding in Queensland State election
Both the Liberal National Party (LNP) and Queensland Labor have made major commitments to tourism during campaigning in the Queensland State election. If elected, Labor has...
Jan 20, 2015
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National Gallery of Australia in Canberra to allow art selfies
The National Gallery of Australia (NGA) in Canberra has lifted a longstanding ban on visitors photographing the collection and taking selfies with the artwork. Since the...
Jan 20, 2015
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Technology
Dreamworld’s summer of screams
Gold Coast theme park Dreamworld has, for the first time ever, been opening its biggest rides, along with WhiteWater World’s slides and attractions, for after-dark parties on...
Jan 19, 2015
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Corporate teams bond to meet the challenges of man-made rapids
The Penrith Whitewater Stadium (PWS) is gaining increasing recognition as a venue for corporate teams to bond and work together as one unit while meeting the challenges posed by...
Jan 19, 2015
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National Anzac Centre in Albany named one of the world's top attractions
Respected travel publication Lonely Planet has named the National Anzac Centre in Albany one of the best new travel experiences in the world. The National Anzac Centre was one...
Jan 19, 2015
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New Disney hotel underlines importance of Hong Kong tourism
The construction of Hong Kong Disneyland's third hotel is testament of the importance of tourism to Hong Kong's economy. Speaking at the ground breaking ceremony for Hong Kong...
Jan 19, 2015
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Wet’n’Wild launches second Nippers season
Wet’n’Wild Sydney and Surf Life Saving NSW have launched the second season of the Wet’n’Wild Sydney Nippers Club. Following on from the success and positive community response...
Jan 18, 2015
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NSW cultural institutions fail workplace diversity targets
NSW’s major museums, art galleries and cultural venues are failing to meet targets for diversity and inclusivity. While NSW’s cultural institutions express their commitment to...
Jan 18, 2015
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Sydney's Powerhouse Museum brings the circus to town
The Circus Factory exhibition at Sydney’s Powerhouse Museum is bringing the heritage of circus and carnival sideshows to life through live performances, sideshows and historical...
Jan 16, 2015
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SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium celebrates 15th birthday
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium has kicked off its 15th Birthday week with an underwater birthday party with some of their most popular fishy friends. Held in the Aquariuam’s 2.2...
Jan 15, 2015
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Environment
Call for next Queensland Government to make the most of major tourism opportunities
In the run up to the Queensland State election, the Queensland Tourism Industry Council (QTIC) has stated its belief that the next Queensland Government must make the most of...
Jan 14, 2015
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Harry Potter pushes Universal Studios Japan towards attendance records
Universal Studios Japan has announced that it has welcomed its 10 millionth visitor since the beginning of the fiscal year in April 2014. Marking the third time that the number...
Jan 14, 2015
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The Rocks to present free music and events on Australia Day
Sydney's The Rocks precinct will be transformed into a lively place of celebration for Australia Day 2015, with free musical performances featuring some of Australia’s best...
Jan 14, 2015
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National Zoo and Aquarium welcomes ‘intelligent and curious’ spotted hyenas
Canberra's National Zoo and Aquarium has welcomed two spotted hyenas, half-brothers Zuberi and Pinduli, into its collection, acquired from a zoo in South Australia. In featuring...
Jan 13, 2015
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Blacktown International Sportspark welcomes Waterworld Central portable waterpark
Waterworld Central, Australia's first portable waterpark, has opened at its first location in Western Sydney. With the success of the Waterworld Central concept now seeing owner...
Jan 13, 2015
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Xtreme Entertainment marks successful 2014
A year after opening the refurbished Xtreme Botany (having closed because of a fire in 2012) along with brand new sister store, Xtreme Wairau, Auckland-based Xtreme...
Jan 12, 2015
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Yas Mall brings new retail and entertainment experiences to Abu Dhabi
Since opening its doors late last year, Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi's flagship retail development has been delivering a new shopping, dining and entertainment experience to the United...
Jan 12, 2015
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iFLY Downunder advocates indoor skydiving to aid New Year fitness goals
With Australians undertaking a variety of fitness activities to achieve their New Year fitness goals, iFLY Downunder indoor skydiving is suggesting indoor skydiving as a way to...
Jan 11, 2015
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Former Napier Marineland seal dies
A seal from Napier’s Marineland, who was recently rehomed at Sea World on the Gold Coast, has died. Dakota, a Californian sea lion, has been in Australia since 10th December....
Jan 10, 2015
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Calls for movie-makers to develop Middle-earth museum
With the final part of The Hobbit trilogy currently attracting cinema audiences worldwide, actors from the movie series and fans are calling for a new Middle Earth museum to be...
Jan 8, 2015
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Animal rights campaigners target Sea World dolphins
A visit by UK popstar Sam Smith to Sea World has ignited criticism over the Gold Coast theme park's keeping of dolphins and other marine creatures. Smith was widely critised by...
Jan 6, 2015
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Auckland Museum forms Youth Advisory Group
Auckland Museum has announced the formation of a Youth Advisory Group (YAG) which will see a select group of Auckland’s youth acting as a source of knowledge in assisting the...
Jan 6, 2015
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