News: Attractions
Kings Park named one of the world’s top 10 parks
The TripAdvisor Traveller’s Choice Awards have named Perth's Kings Park as one of the world’s top 10 parks, and also acclaimed the park as the best in Australia. Welcoming the...
Jun 23, 2014
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Plans for Cairns' Aquis integrated resort delete sports stadium and waterpark features
The developers of the planned Aquis integrated resort north of Cairns have “refined” their original concept, dropping plans for a sport stadium and waterpark within the complex....
Jun 21, 2014
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Taronga Zoo to introduce high ropes adventure course
Visitors to Sydney’s Taronga Zoo will soon be able to experience the Zoo’s wildlife and spectacular harbour views from an entirely new perspective, with the addition of a...
Jun 20, 2014
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SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium offers magical underwater experiences
The upcoming school holidays at SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium will offer children’s activities, mermaids and two days of visits from the cast the of the musical Wicked. SEA LIFE...
Jun 20, 2014
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Port Douglas wildlife attraction celebrates 25th birthday
Far North Queensland wildlife experience, Wildlife Habitat in Port Douglas, is celebrating its 25th birthday this month with the launch of an exciting new addition to the park....
Jun 19, 2014
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Asian Attractions Expo opens in Beijing
The 2014 Asian Attractions Expo has opened at the China National Convention Centre in Beijing, covering more than 9,000 metres2 of net exhibition area and attracting 325...
Jun 18, 2014
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NSW budget maintains funding for arts, sport and tourism
This week’s NSW budget has maintained funding for its arts, recreation, sport and tourism portfolios. Announced on Tuesday (17th June), the budget includes the following...
Jun 18, 2014
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Cairns Aquarium construction to begin in November
With the developers of the Cairns Aquarium aiming to begin construction work in November, the design phase of the new $50 million attraction is currently under way. Located in...
Jun 17, 2014
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Genting Malaysia revenues dip during Twentieth Century Fox World theme park construction
Gambling and entertainment group Genting Malaysia Bhd has seen business at its Genting Highlands integrated resort dip following the closure of its former amusement park to make...
Jun 17, 2014
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Construction advances on US$600 million Oman resort
The latest phase of construction work has begun at the US$600 million Saraya Bandar Jissah luxury tourism resort in Oman. Building on renewed confidence in the Oman real estate...
Jun 14, 2014
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Luna Park Melbourne to celebrate Christmas in July
With tinsel, Christmas lights and baubles Luna Park Melbourne is set to be transformed into a winter wonderland during the upcoming school holidays as it celebrates Christmas in...
Jun 13, 2014
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New Zealand curators invited to build art links with Asia
New Zealand curators will sample some of Asia’s most dynamic contemporary art scenes on a tour run by the Asia New Zealand Foundation in partnership with Creative New Zealand....
Jun 12, 2014
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Port Stephens aims to double visitor revenue by 2020
A doubling in visitor yield, a new name for Newcastle Airport, world-class walking, cycling and kayak routes, more major brand hotels, better transport and service and...
Jun 11, 2014
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PolySoft puts the spring in Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay
The surfacing under foot at Singapore’s futuristic Gardens by the Bay parklands and outdoor recreation space is as bright, inviting and appealing as the skyward view. With the...
Jun 10, 2014
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Village Roadshow welcomes Sea World's recognition as Australians' most popular attraction
Village Roadshow Theme Parks has welcomed Sea World’s recognition as Australia’s most visited tourist attraction of all time in a survey that also listed Warner Bros. Movie...
Jun 10, 2014
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WhiteWater continues Asian expansion
Having restructured its Asian and European offices, leading aquatic and waterpark supplier Whitewater West Industries now has enhanced local support in these regions. As part of...
Jun 8, 2014
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Village Roadshow reveals new 12-month VIP pass and two new Gold Coast experiences
Village Roadshow Theme Park (VRTP) has revealed two new family oriented attractions along with its 2014/15 VIP pass offering unlimited entry to its Gold Coast attractions Warner...
Jun 6, 2014
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Kelly Tarlton's Sea Life Aquarium dives in to support endangered dolphins
To celebrate World Oceans Day on Sunday (8th June), Kelly Tarlton’s SEA LIFE Aquarium is lending its voice to the plight of Maui’s dolphins – the world’s rarest and...
Jun 5, 2014
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Hong Kong’s Tiananmen Square museum marks 25th anniversary of protests
Having opened in April, the world's first museum dedicated to the 1989 pro-democracy protests in Beijing's Tiananmen Square has marked the 25th anniversary of the suppression of...
Jun 4, 2014
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Massive growth in attendances at Asian attractions
The annual TEA/AECOM Theme Index and Museum Index , the definitive annual attendance study for the themed entertainment and museum industries, shows that attendances at Asia's...
Jun 3, 2014
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Interactive virtual dinosaurs stalk Perth
The Western Australian Museum is allowing visitors to get up close and personal with more than 20 life-size animatronic dinosaur models in its exhibit Dinosaur Discovery: Lost...
Jun 3, 2014
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AALARA National Conference showcases industry growth
The Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) 2014 National Conference has demonstrated how the attractions industry is growing in size and in levels of...
Jun 2, 2014
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Restoration of Queensland's Paronella Park moves forward
Mark Evans, a custodian of Paronella Park, home to a Spanish castle in the rainforest of North Queensland is aiming to attract funds to restore the remarkable attraction. 21st...
Jun 2, 2014
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Winter baby boom at Taronga Zoo
Sydney’s Taronga Zoo has welcomed new joeys in recent months including a young Southern Hairy-nosed Wombat joey, Taronga’s first Tree Kangaroo joey born in over 20 years and...
Jun 1, 2014
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