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Enlighten 2015 to light up Canberra after dark
Enlighten is set to breathe light, colour and movement into Canberra after dark from 27th February to 7th March with a world-class program of events including two Australian...
Dec 16, 2014
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Werribee Zoo opens new Hippo Beach attraction
Victoria's Werribee Open Range Zoo has opened its new Hippo Beach attraction. The new facility provides a cool oasis for families to relax in the shade and where children can...
Dec 15, 2014
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Registrations open for 2015 IAAPA Leadership Conference in Dubai
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) is to hold its 2015 Leadership Conference in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, taking industry professionals behind...
Dec 15, 2014
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Taronga Zoo opens new wild ropes adventure
Taronga Zoo’s wildlife and harbour views can now be experienced from an entirely new perspective, with the opening of the new treetop high ropes adventure, Wild Ropes. Opening...
Dec 15, 2014
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Taronga Western Plains Zoo welcomes new elephant facility
Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo, Western NSW has welcomed four Asian elephants into a new $4.3 million facility. The new exhibit, comprising a three stall elephant barn and...
Dec 11, 2014
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Carnival ride worker crushed to death in Queensland
A 20-year-old carnival worker has been crushed to death while dismantling a fairground ride following a family 'Carols by Candlelight' event at Collingwood Park State School,...
Dec 11, 2014
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Sunshine Coast records 11% increase in domestic visitors through winter as Victorians head north
The Sunshine Coast continued its strong tourism performance with double-digit growth in domestic visitors revealed in National Visitor Survey data released this week. The...
Dec 11, 2014
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American Wave Machines wins wave technology patent lawsuit
American Wave Machines has won what it calls a “major victory” in a patent litigation involving American Wave Machines, Wave Loch Inc., and Light Wave, Inc. after a US Federal...
Dec 10, 2014
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Ocean-side pool planned for Perth’s Scarborough Beach
The City of Stirling has announced plans for a $26 million ocean-side pool to be built at Perth’s Scarborough Beach. The new eight lane, 50-metre chlorinated, heated pool will...
Dec 9, 2014
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Worksafe report reveals Australia Zoo handler 'over excited' tiger before attack
An Australia Zoo animal handler who was mauled by a 120 kilogram tiger had deliberately excited the animal to put on a better show, according to a report from Workplace Health...
Dec 9, 2014
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BOUNCE to host Summer Camp sessions during school holidays
Indoor trampoline arena and urban playground operator BounceInc will be hosting its inaugural Summer Tramp Camp thorugh the summer school holidays. Taking place on weekday...
Dec 9, 2014
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Manukau whitewater rafting complex moves forward
Works on a new whitewater rafting complex being built next to the Vodafone Events Centre in Manukau are underway. The $60 million Wero Whitewater Park, featuring two rafting and...
Dec 8, 2014
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Hamilton hosts Christmas ice-skating rink
Hamilton’s Garden Place will host a new synthetic ice-skating rink over the Christmas holidays giving Hamilton families and visitors to the city the opportunity to enjoy a truly...
Dec 7, 2014
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Otway Fly Treetop Adventures lays down the roots for a greener future
Otway Fly Treetop Adventures celebrated the recent National Tree Day by encouraging tree lovers to take a hands-on role in ensuring the future of the rainforest by planting a...
Dec 6, 2014
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Ngāi Tahu Tourism buys New Zealand Guided Nature Walks
Ngāi Tahu Tourism has agreed to purchase Queenstown-based New Zealand Guided Nature Walks, owned by Peter and Karyn Hitchman. The purchase will see the Hitchmans continue to...
Dec 5, 2014
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Centennial Parklands: Australia’s largest community sports destination
Just a few kilometres from the centre of Sydney, Centennial Park is not only one of the world's finest public parklands but is also the largest community sports location in...
Dec 5, 2014
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Taronga Zoo welcomes 16 New Happy Feet
Taronga Zoo’s successful Little Penguin breeding program has had eight penguin chicks hatch this season. The penguins are now eight weeks old and while a few of them still have...
Dec 5, 2014
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Merlin to develop new Legoland in South Korea
Global attractions operator Merlin Entertainments has revealed plans to open its first Legoland theme park in South Korea as part of a long-term expansion plan to generate more...
Dec 4, 2014
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Supplier Directory Profile: Food Consultants Australia
Food Consultants Australia (FCA) use their wealth of hands on experience in the food and hospitality industry combined with up-to-the minute knowledge of food trends and...
Dec 3, 2014
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Revamped Battlestar Galactica at Universal Studios Singapore to feature new ride vehicles
The popular Battlestar Galactica: Human vs. Cylon roller coaster at Universal Studios Singapore will re-open in early 2015 featuring all-new, two-seater ride vehicles and a...
Dec 2, 2014
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New Swimplex Aquatics installed Polin Waterslide opens in South Australia
Swimplex Aquatics have recently delivered a turnkey waterslide in the City of Marion, South Australia. With the former 'hand me down’ waterslide at the Marion Outdoor Swimming...
Dec 1, 2014
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Museum and cultural square project underway in Orange
Development of the $8.1 million Orange Regional Museum and Cultural Square project is currently underway. When complete the complex - near the city's library, art gallery,...
Dec 1, 2014
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Supplier Directory Profile: Vlocker
Vlocker has enjoyed a highly successful year of expansion, innovation and international installations. Designing, manufacturing, installing and servicing locker systems since...
Nov 30, 2014
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Yas Waterworld hosts successful 2014 World Flowboarding Championships
Spectators rode on a wave of adrenalin at Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi during the recent 2014 World Flowboarding Championships. Sponsored by Oakley, GoPro and Crowne Plaza Yas...
Nov 27, 2014
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