News: Attractions
New look Bowlarama expands in New Plymouth
New Plymouth bowling venue Bowlarama is completing its expansion into a Family Entertainment Centre with mini-golf now complementing its tenpin bowling. Closed for a three month...
May 22, 2013
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Asian Attractions Expo to feature young professionals forum
The upcoming Asian Attractions Expo will feature a special event for young professionals currently working in or interested in a career in the attractions industry. Open to...
May 22, 2013
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Child fights for life after ride incident at Darling Downs school fete
A five-year-old child is in a critical condition after being thrown from a ride at a school fete north of Toowoomba. Following the incident, Queensland Police are appealing for...
May 21, 2013
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Gaming attractions set to exploit 'zombie' trend
With the growth in popularity of 'zombie' movies over recent years, the upcoming release of anticipated Hollywood blockbuster World War Z is set to be harnessed by gaming...
May 21, 2013
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New Korean attraction combines waterpark and indoor snow
The new One Mount attraction at Goyang, in the Korean province of Gyeonggi combines a new waterpark with a state-of-the-art indoor snow park. Closer to Seoul than other similar...
May 20, 2013
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Wanaka FEC plans stalled by Environment Court
A proposed Family Entertainment Centre (FEC) planned for a site opposite Wanaka Airport has been denied consent by New Zealand's Environment Court, despite a judge voting in...
May 20, 2013
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New education initiative to mark World Turtle Day celebrated at Kelly Tarlton's SEA LIFE Aquarium
A new initiative that aims to increase awareness of the dangers turtles face and encourage human action to help them survive, kicks off at Kelly Tarlton's SEA LIFE Aquarium this...
May 18, 2013
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Seahorse Safari launched at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium's has launched a new seahorse exhibition - Seahorse Safari - featuring some of Australia's most fascinating underwater residents from the seahorse...
May 17, 2013
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World Travel Awards sparkles with winners at Middle East ceremony
Abu Dhabi's Saadiyat Beach and Saadiyat Island development project; the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre and Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi were among the leisure industry (non...
May 17, 2013
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Senior appointments in Queensland culture
New Chief Executives have been appointed for the Queensland Museum and the Queensland Symphony Orchestra. At the Queensland Museum Network, Professor Suzanne Miller is taking up...
May 16, 2013
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Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi named Middle East's leading attraction at the 2013 at World Travel Awards
Just five months after opening its doors to the public, Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi has been named the Middle East's Leading Tourist Attraction 2013 at the World Travel Awards...
May 16, 2013
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Asian Attractions Expo 2013 bigger, better and back in Singapore
The Asian Attractions Expo, the largest conference and trade show for the attractions industry in Asia, will be returning to Singapore in less than three weeks. Set to be held...
May 15, 2013
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New work to feature NICA's second year artists
A new circus show, One False Move ... is set to feature the National Institute of Circus Arts (NICA)'s second year artists in an original and fast-paced entertainment show that...
May 14, 2013
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Sea World celebrates first ever Polar Bear Cub
Gold Coast attraction Sea World has announced that Polar Bear Liya has given birth and is caring for a new born cub - only the second ever Polar Bear Cub birth in Australia. The...
May 13, 2013
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Tjapukai appoints marketing manager
Tjapukai Aboriginal Cultural Park has appointed Virginia Edwards to the role of Marketing Manager as the award-winning tourism attraction moves ahead with its $12 million...
May 13, 2013
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Million dollar attractions contracts agreed at DEAL 2013
Organisers of this year's DEAL (Dubai Entertainment, Amusement and Leisure) exhibition have reported a 19% increase in the size of the event, along with exhibitors accumulate a...
May 13, 2013
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Dolphin feeding to continue in Tin Can Bay
Visitors and locals can continue to enjoy the remarkable opportunity of feeding wild dolphins in Tin Can Bay through a new agreement with the Queensland Government. Queensland...
May 12, 2013
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Ferrari World Abu Dhabi to move to seven-day operations
Leading Arabian Gulf attraction Ferrari World Abu Dhabi has announced plans to move to a seven-day operational model later this year. The world's largest indoor and only...
May 11, 2013
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Arihant appoints Amusement Leisure Consultants as Australian and New Zealand dealer
Leading global waterpark and water play equipment supplier, the Arhihant Industrial Corporation Ltd of India, has announced the appointment of Amusement Leisure Consultants...
May 10, 2013
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Ballarat leisure operations allowed to reopen
After a three-week closure of their combined premises, Ballarat leisure operators Major League, Spartan's Gym, Ballarat Ten Pin Bowling Centre, Ballarat Indoor Go-Karts,...
May 9, 2013
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Perth attraction reveals plans for $70 million water park expansion
Western Australia's The Maze Family Fun Park has revealed plans for a $70 million water park expansion featuring high-speed thrill rides and state-of-art water slides. Set to be...
May 8, 2013
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$29 million investment in Arts initiatives
Victoria's arts, creative and cultural sector, will be backed with $28.9 million in new funding delivered in the 2013-14 Victorian State Budget. Introducing the funding,...
May 8, 2013
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AALARA Convention opens: welcomes IAAPA's first Asian leader
The Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association's (AALARA) annual conference has opened today on the Gold Coast, welcoming industry leaders from across Australia,...
May 8, 2013
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Bungy Australia to reopen at Kingston Park Raceway
Bungy Australia's bungy jump operations are set to reopen at the Kingston Park Raceway at Logan City in South East Queensland. Currently being tested, the relocated bungy...
May 7, 2013
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