News: Attractions
IAAPA Expo Asia 2024 opens in Bangkok with the theme of 'evolution'
IAAPA Expo Asia 2024, the largest trade exhibition in the region for the global attractions industry, is underway in Bangkok until 30th May and promises attendees an immersive...
May 28, 2024
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Visitor economy conference underway in Wagga Wagga
The City of Wagga Wagga, Junee Shire and Coolamon Shire Councils are hosting hundreds of delegates for the Destination and Visitor Economy Conference 2024. Bringing together...
May 28, 2024
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Dreamworld announces winter events highlights
Dreamworld has unveiled its winter 2024 program with the entire park to be transformed, both day and night, during the upcoming school holidays. The seasonal celebration will...
May 27, 2024
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Legacy Entertainment selected as lead design team for new Beijing Ocean Park
California-based entertainment design firm Legacy Entertainment has been named as lead designer for the upcoming Ocean Park in Beijing following an international tender. The...
May 27, 2024
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Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort partners with Australia Zoo to extend tourism experience
Oaks Sunshine Coast Oasis Resort, a popular and award-winning family resort, has partnered with Australia Zoo to create an impressive Sunshine Coast escape for families,...
May 27, 2024
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Big Red Group encourages tourism operators to connect with Gen Z via TikTok
Australia’s largest experience network, Big Red Group, is encouraging tourism operators to embrace TikTok to connect with Gen Z travellers, following new research which shows...
May 26, 2024
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Opening hours extended for inner Sydney licensed venues during Vivid festival
Inner Sydney licensed venues have been granted extended opening hours during Vivid Sydney. Eligible venues can operate until midnight on Sundays from 26th May to 9th June as...
May 26, 2024
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Aardman announces Shaun the Sheep attractions partnership with Max-Matching Entertainments
Multi-award-winning animation studio, Aardman, has announced a licensing partnership for Farm Attractions and Family Entertainment Centres with Max-Matching Entertainments in...
May 26, 2024
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33 killed in fire at indoor amusement park in Indian city of Rajkot
33 people including at least six children have died as a result of a fire at an indoor amusement park in the Indian city of Rajkot. A massive fire, believed to have resulted...
May 25, 2024
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Vivid Sydney turns the lights on for 2024
Vivid Sydney 2024 has commenced its 14th year with a spectacular opening night, as the festival transforms Sydney’s harbour, iconic landmarks and cityscape with a showcase of...
May 24, 2024
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IAAPA Expo Asia 2024 to showcase innovations and deliver comprehensive education program
The global attractions industry not only continues to provide entertainment to millions, but also contributes significantly to both local and global economies. The industry will...
May 23, 2024
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Valo Motion unveils dynamic sequel to ValoClimb's popular ‘Climball'
Valo Motion, the Finnish developer of active mixed-reality attractions, has unveiled ‘Climball Legends’ for ValoClimb, the dynamic sequel to their viral hit game Climball which...
May 23, 2024
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iFLY opens new skydiving tunnel at Doha Quest in Qatar
International leader in indoor skydiving tunnels - iFLY - has opened iFLY Quest at Doha, Qatar’s first and biggest indoor theme park. Visitors to Quest can now experience the...
May 23, 2024
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Sunshine Coast spotlights its whale watching offerings
Queensland’s Sunshine Coast is preparing to welcome over 40,000 humpback whales who are making their way up the Australian east coast on their annual migration. The Sunshine...
May 22, 2024
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IAAPA Vice Chair engages delegates at AALARA Gold Coast conference
Ahead of the IAAPA Expo Asia 2024, running next week in Bangkok 27th to 30th May, Massimiliano Freddi, Chief Executive Wonderwood and IAAPA Vice Chair delivered an engaging and...
May 21, 2024
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Industry conferences dominate the week
Leading industry bodies the Aquatic and Recreation Institute NSW (ARI NSW), the Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) and the Venue Management...
May 20, 2024
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Tourism Ministers launch national framework to help tourism businesses improve accessibility
A new national framework to help tourism businesses improve the accessibility of their products, services and experiences has been unveiled by Australia’s state and territory...
May 20, 2024
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Gumbuya World to present digital light experience showcasing Indigenous culture
Traditional First Nations storytelling will meet cutting-edge technology at Gumbuya World with the upcoming presentation of Gumbuya Dreaming, an innovative digital light...
May 20, 2024
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Tasmanian Government steps in to halt closure of Glenorchy War Memorial Pool
The Tasmanian Government has confirmed it will provide $5 million in funding to prevent the closure of the Glenorchy War Memorial Pool in Hobart’s north. Liberal state member...
May 20, 2024
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Vivaticket partners with Mashfrog Group to develop new digitalisation opportunities for sport
Ticketing and access control solutions provider Vivaticket has announced that it has partnered with Mashfrog Group to release Ticket Wallet, a completely customisable solution...
May 19, 2024
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Vivid Sydney announces transformational Tekno Train Experience by Paul Mac
In an Australian first, Vivid Sydney has revealed Tekno Train by Paul Mac, a one-of-a-kind event that will transform a Sydney Trains service into a moving, sensory sound and...
May 19, 2024
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Chinese tourism contributes to Genting Singapore nearly doubling its profits
Increased visitor and tourism spending during the Chinese New Year festive season has contributed to he operator for Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) - Genting Singapore - reporting...
May 15, 2024
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URBNSURF Sydney opens in Sydney Olympic Park Precinct
URBNSURF Sydney, located in the Sydney Olympic Park Precinct, officially opened to the public on 13th May and with an investment in excess of $75 million, the surf park not only...
May 14, 2024
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Threat of knife crime at Dubbo Show prompts NSW Government to action
Reports of knife threats at the Dubbo Show held at the city's showground in NSW's central west from 10th – 12th May, has prompted the NSW Government to consider giving police...
May 13, 2024
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