News: Attractions
Oman investigates development of theme parks and waterparks
Buoyed by the increase in tourists flocking to the country, Omran, the company set up by the Government of Oman to complete major projects and to manage assets and investments...
Apr 6, 2014
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Waterparks
Hawke's Bay hosts and wins at 2014 NZ Museum Awards
Hawke's Bay both hosted and won at this year's New Zealand Museum Awards with MTG Hawke's Bay winning in the best museum project category. Held at Napier's War Memorial Centre...
Apr 6, 2014
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Attractions
Village Roadshow advances plans for Asian theme and water parks
Buoyed by the huge success of its Wet'n'Wild Sydney waterpark, Melbourne-based entertainment group Village Roadshow is advancing its previously announced plans to expand in...
Apr 3, 2014
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Queensland's tourism industry grows to $23 billion
Tourism in Queensland is booming with new data showing the industry has contributed $23 billion to our economy during the last year. Queensland Minister for Tourism Jann Stuckey...
Apr 3, 2014
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Wellington Zoo wins ZAA Exhibit Award for Hero HQ
Wellington Zoo was a winner at the Zoo and Aquarium Association (ZAA) Australasian Regional Conference in Auckland last week – with its Hero HQ awarded Best Small Scale exhibit...
Apr 3, 2014
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Universal Studios Singapore to replace troubled Battlestar Galactica rollercoaster
One of Universal Studios Singapore’s signature rides, Battlestar Galactica, is to be replaced with a new attraction by the end of the year. The troubled ride, the opening of...
Apr 2, 2014
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Revised plans released for Cairns’ Aquis integrated resort
New plans have been revealed for the $4.2 billion Aquis Great Barrier Reef integrated resort at Yorkeys Knob north of Cairns. With an Environmental Impact Statement for the...
Apr 1, 2014
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Better internet use improves tourism profitability
Use of technology is a critical enabler to improve firm profitability and also enhance the visitor experience, according to Tourism Industry Association New Zealand (TIANZ)...
Apr 1, 2014
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Zoofari Lodge accommodation offers new zoo experience
Taronga Western Plains Zoo’s 10 new luxury African-inspired lodges at Zoofari Lodge have been officially opened by Taronga Foundation Patron, John Cleese. The $2.1 million...
Apr 1, 2014
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Spa and geothermal opportunities on agenda during Rotorua mayor's trip to Japan
Opportunities for hot springs and spa development in Rotorua are on the agenda for Rotorua Mayor Stephanie 'Steve' Chadwick when she visits Rotorua’s Japanese sister city of...
Mar 31, 2014
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World-class animation-based theme park to open in Malaysian state of Perak
Malaysia is set to have its first animation theme park with the construction of the Movie Animation Park Studios (MAPS), a RM450 million (US$137 million) partnership project...
Mar 31, 2014
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New Zealand Museum Awards finalists announced
Finalists in the 2014 New Zealand Museum Awards are being acknowledged for presenting their museums or galleries not just as places which audiences passively visit, but for...
Mar 30, 2014
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Otway Fly to present the ultimate treetop school holiday adventure
Victoria's Otway Fly Treetop Adventures is preparing to offer the ultimate outdoor family adventure during the upcoming school holidays – urging potential adventurers to pack...
Mar 30, 2014
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Lyall Bay Aquarium plans downsized
Plans for the $36 million New Zealand Ocean Exploration Centre in the Wellington suburb of Lyall Bay have been downsized. The Wellington Marine Conservation Trust’s ambitious...
Mar 28, 2014
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Griffith University tourism research institute launched
Griffith University will lead and shape the Australian tourism landscape into the future through 'vital' research conducted under the banner of its all-new Griffith Institute...
Mar 28, 2014
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Kim Ellis to lead NSW's new parks agency
Kim Ellis has been appointed as the inaugural Executive Director of Sydney's Parklands and Botanic Gardens, the new NSW agency managing Sydney’s most high profile public parks...
Mar 27, 2014
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Final weekend to visit Wet'n'Wild Sydney at twilight
After a remarkably successful first summer of operations, this weekend marks the final day when guests can visit the Wet'n'Wild Sydney waterpark at twilight. Saturday (29th...
Mar 27, 2014
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Gravity Zone trampoline arena reopens
Almost six months after it was damaged by fire, the Gravity Zone trampoline arena in Melbourne's south-east has reopened. With the October 2013 fire causing owner Paul Davies to...
Mar 27, 2014
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National Gallery of Australia to return ‘stolen statue’ to India
The National Gallery of Australia (NGA) is preparing to return a bronze statue that was allegedly looted from a temple in India. On Wednesday (26th March) the Attorney-General's...
Mar 26, 2014
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Tourism aims to double its contribution to New Zealand's economy
The New Zealand tourism industry has set itself a challenge to almost double the amount of money that it contributes to the economy over the next decade. With tourism's ongoing...
Mar 25, 2014
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Dubai metro stations to be transformed into art museums
Metro stations in Dubai are to be transformed into transformed into art museums following a directive by Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. Sheikh Mohammed wants...
Mar 23, 2014
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Major tourism expansion announced for Victoria's Phillip Island
The Victorian Government is backing Phillip Island to appeal to even more visitors with the announcement of two new attractions, each funded with $1.2 million from the billion...
Mar 23, 2014
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Luna Park Melbourne jumps into the Easter holidays
Melbourne's Luna Park will celebrate the upcoming school holidays with a giant Easter Egg Hunt and the return of a favourite ride - the Round Up ride. Luna Park will host its...
Mar 22, 2014
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Universal Studios Japan welcomes 10 millionth visitor
The number of visitors to Universal Studios Japan in Osaka has this week reached 10 million for the current 2103/14 financial, hitting the threshold for the first time since the...
Mar 21, 2014
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