News: Attractions
OCT Happy Valley Beijing unveils Playa Maya waterpark expansion featuring six ProSlide rides
OCT Happy Valley Beijing has celebrated the grand opening of its expansion at Playa Maya waterpark, marking a significant milestone in its growth. This expansion showcases six...
Jun 18, 2024
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Inaugural Indigenous climb for Brisbane’s Story Bridge
A first-of-its-kind Indigenous climb of Brisbane's Story Bridge is aimed at delivering a First Nations perspective on the history, art, culture and future of Meanjin (Brisbane)...
Jun 17, 2024
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Adelaide Zoo to farewell Giant Pandas Fu Ni and Wang Wang
Zoos SA has advised that Giant Pandas Fu Ni and Wang Wang will be leaving Adelaide Zoo and returning to China, while a new pair of Giant Pandas will be arriving at Adelaide Zoo...
Jun 16, 2024
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Thredbo opens new $9 million alpine coaster
While snow has been scarce over Australia’s alpine region during the opening week of the winter sport season, Thredbo has opened an exciting new experience to attract guests....
Jun 14, 2024
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No opening date for delayed Surf Abu Dhabi artificial wave attraction
Originally scheduled to open as of late last year, the much anticipated Surf Abu Dhabi attraction remains unopened with no advice when guests will be able to take to its waves....
Jun 13, 2024
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Proposed Melbourne surf lagoon and waterpark development gains planning approval
A proposed massive indoor-outdoor waterpark, surf lagoon and aquarium attraction in south east Melbourne has been given ‘approval to proceed’ by the Victorian Government. The...
Jun 12, 2024
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Sea World Foundation collaborates on whale rescue on NSW mid-north coast
The Sea World Foundation rescue team conducted a delicate operation yesterday to successfully disentangle two buoys and rope from a humpback whale off Fingal Heads. The adult...
Jun 12, 2024
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The Big Pineapple relaunches on the Sunshine Coast
Standing 16 metres high, the biggest of Australia’s ‘Big Things’ - the Sunshine Coast’s Big Pineapple - has been officially relaunched today. The first stage of the Big...
Jun 10, 2024
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Tokyo Disney Resort opens new themed port ‘Fantasy Springs’
Tokyo Disney Resort® opened its eighth themed port Fantasy Springs on 6th June, with the attraction concisting of three areas inspired by Walt Disney Animation Studios films:...
Jun 10, 2024
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Tyrannosaurus rex fossils arrive at Melbourne Museum
The world’s largest and most complete Tyrannosaurus rex fossil has arrived at Melbourne Museum and will be the centrepiece of the upcoming exhibition - Victoria the T. rex – the...
Jun 10, 2024
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BEIA commences MEETINGS 2024 with Hobbiton Movie Set tour
Ahead of the trade show commencing next week for Business Events Industry Aotearoa’s (BEIA) MEETINGS 2024 in Rotorua, more than 30 Australian hosted buyers will be treated to a...
Jun 10, 2024
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Penrith City Council transforms St Marys into winter playground
Amusement rides and entertainment will be among the activities on offer when, returning for its third year, Penrith City Council’s St Marys Lights Up carnival-style event...
Jun 9, 2024
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New Marine Discovery Centre on Busselton foreshore set for July opening
A new family friendly marine discovery experience will open on the foreshore of the Western Australian town of Busselton in July. Busselton Jetty Inc’s Marine Discovery Centre...
Jun 9, 2024
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Aventuur and Rip Curl partner in surf retail destination at Perth Surf Park
Aventuur, a leading global creator of surf and wellbeing destinations, and surf brand Rip Curl have partnered to deliver a premier surf retail destination at the $100 million...
Jun 7, 2024
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MENALAC announces new 2024/25 Board of Directors
Following its successful annual general meeting, the Middle East and North Africa Leisure and Attractions Council (MENALAC) announces the names of its new Board Members. As the...
Jun 6, 2024
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Aflex corrects ABC News article claiming that insurers had refused cover for swimming pool inflatable
Leading aquatic inflatables manufacturer Aflex Inflatables has released details of how it has sought to set the record straight to response to a recent article on the ABC News...
Jun 3, 2024
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Venue Sumo secures clients in Australia and the USA
Venue Sumo, the combined online ticketing and point-of-sale venue management software, is rapidly expanding its presence in both Australia and the USA. Since going to market in...
Jun 3, 2024
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Trip.com Attractions and Tours Forum reveals growing demand for personalisation
A global leader in online travel services, Trip.com Group, convened industry leaders and experts at their Envision 2024 Global Conference Attractions & Tours Forum, held in...
Jun 1, 2024
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X-Golf relaunches Toowoomba venue
X-Golf Australia is expanding in the Queensland city of Toowoomba with their Keefe Street venue relaunched following extensive renovations and under new ownership. Originally...
May 30, 2024
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IAAPA Expo Asia highlights resilience and growth of attractions sector
IAAPA Expo Asia has concluded at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok, having returned to Thailand after 17 years. The event welcomed 4,623 verified...
May 30, 2024
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End of lease sees closure of Sydney Holey Moley mini golf location
The Holey Moley mini golf bar at Newtown in Sydney’s inner west - one of the brand’s first venues - has permanently closed. In a statement, Holey Moley’s parent company Funlab...
May 29, 2024
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Robert Irwin announced as first major speaker for WTTC Global Summit in Perth
Australian conservationist and wildlife photographer Robert Irwin (son of the late Australian environmentalist and television personality Steve Irwin), is the first major...
May 29, 2024
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G’day Group expands its footprint to Margaret River wine region with latest acquisition
Australia’s largest regional accommodation provider G’day Group, has expanded its Discovery Parks network in Western Australia with the acquisition of Taunton Farm Holiday Park...
May 29, 2024
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Austrade flags benefits of Woodhouse Adventure Park's diverse workforce
Austrade - the Federal Government's international trade promotion, investment and visitor attraction agency - has noted that while Australian tourism operators face ongoing...
May 28, 2024
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