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Ekka 2013 tickets now on sale
Tickets have gone on sale for Queensland's largest and most loved community event - the Royal Queensland Show (Ekka) - which runs from 8th to 17th August. Royal National...
May 7, 2013
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Fun City to open new FEC in Shepparton
Melbourne-based family entertainment centre (FEC) operator Fun City is set to open a FEC at the Riverside Plaza Shopping Complex in Shepparton, Victoria. Expected to deliver up...
May 6, 2013
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Ardent Leisure enjoys revenue boost
Strong results from its Goodlife Health Clubs division and its US theme parks have helped Ardent Leisure post a 13.2% rise in revenue for the first nine months of the 2012/13...
May 3, 2013
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Waverley Council unveils plans for Bondi Beach makeover
A plan to upgrade Australia's most famous beach will see Bondi's Pavilion reinstated as the grand entry to the promenade, the upgrading of outdoor fitness stations and shade...
May 1, 2013
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New Indian theme park targets growing middle-class
India's latest and most elaborate theme park has opened, featuring special-effect Hindu gods and Bollywood-themed rides, aiming to tap a thirst for family entertainment among...
May 1, 2013
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Appointment marks new era for QAGOMA
Queensland Arts Minister Ian Walker has welcomed Chris Saines in commencing in the role of Director of the Queensland Art Gallery/Gallery of Modern Art (QAGOMA). Minister Walker...
Apr 30, 2013
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Resort World Sentosa's S.E.A. Aquarium certified world's largest
Resorts World Sentosa's S.E.A. Aquarium is now the official record holder of two Guinness World Records as the world's largest aquarium and for the world's larget largest...
Apr 29, 2013
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Fire risk shuts down Ballarat leisure operations
A Ballarat Go-kart and laser gaming operator is among 15 businesses ordered to vacate their premises having been deemed a fire risk, with owner Nigel Kaye concerned that...
Apr 26, 2013
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Merlin announces $8 million refurbishment for Melbourne Aquarium
The Merlin Entertainments Group has announced an $8 million, five month refurbishment plan for the award-winning Melbourne Aquarium. The leading Victorian attraction will be...
Apr 26, 2013
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Family Entertainment Centre completed at Abu Dhabi's Yas Mall
Abu Dhabi developer Aldar Properties has announced the completion of construction of the FunWorks family entertainment centre (FEC) at Yas Island's Yas Mall ahead of schedule....
Apr 24, 2013
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New Australian Standard for contained play facilities
Standards Australia has published a new standard for contained play facilities. Introducing the long awaited guidance, Standards Australia Chief Executive Colin Blair stated...
Apr 24, 2013
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BridgeClimb celebrates three million climbers
BridgeClimb Sydney has celebrated the three millionth climber to scale to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge. At 10:15am on Monday 21st April 2013, Caitlin McWilliams, from...
Apr 23, 2013
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Queensland firework company to take on world
Queensland's Fireworx, known for their corporate firework displays, have been invited to compete in the L'International des Feux Loto-Québec (Montreal Fireworks Competition)....
Apr 22, 2013
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Universal Studios Singapore hits 10 million visitor mark
Universal Studios Singapore welcomed its 10 millionth visitor on Thursday with much fanfare. Singaporean Joanne Tan and her family received a superstar welcome being greeted by...
Apr 22, 2013
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Clownfish feature in new Kelly Tarlton's SEA LIFE Aquarium exhibit
Kelly Tarlton's SEA LIFE Aquarium has opened a new conservation zone featuring a captivating display of more than 250 clownfish. The new zone, dedicated to marine conservation,...
Apr 22, 2013
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World Circus Day celebrated on five continents
The importance of circus as a performing art and living cultural heritage has seen World Circus Day celebrated on five continents and over 50 countries. Held each year on the...
Apr 21, 2013
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Aussie World presents Twilight Night on Anzac Day
Sunshine Coast amusement park Aussie World is to presents its annual 'Twilight Night', where guests can experience the park and its rides under lights, on Anzac Day, Thursday...
Apr 18, 2013
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Star Gazing and Indigenous Story Telling at the Illawarra Fly
School holiday fun is being enhanced at the Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk with a program of Star Gazing and Indigenous Story Telling. As part of the iFly 4 Kids program, NSW's only...
Apr 17, 2013
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Exhibitions and events make major contributions to Auckland Economy
Just released figures show the cultural tourism sector is pulling its weight in the Auckland economy. The figures from the Auckland Council agency, Regional Facilities Auckland...
Apr 16, 2013
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Emaar brings bicycle hire service to Dubai Marina
UAE real estate developer Emaar has launched its bicycle rental service in Dubai Marina, in a bid to promote greater physical fitness and wellbeing in the Emirate. The service...
Apr 16, 2013
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Rhino sculpture marks links between Dubbo and Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Ties between Dubbo and Taronga Western Plains Zoo have been commemorated with the unveiling of a statue of a Southern Black Rhino cow and calf outside the Dubbo's visitor...
Apr 15, 2013
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Repairs to commence as Christchurch Art Gallery wins Museums Aotearoa award
Repairs to the Christchurch Art Gallery will soon get underway, after being given the go ahead by Christchurch City Council, while the Art Gallery has achieved national...
Apr 13, 2013
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Sydney International Regatta Centre introduces Jetpacks
More than 500 people have realised their dreams of flying since Jetpack Adventures began operating at the Sydney International Regatta Centre in September 2012. The first...
Apr 13, 2013
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Asia will be backbone of global travel explosion in next decade
Asian tourists will drive an explosion in global travel with the industry projected to be worth US$10.5 trillion in the next decade, outpacing growth in the wider economy. The...
Apr 13, 2013
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