News: Attractions
Punting refloats in Christchurch city centre
One of Christchurch's most identifiable attractions, Punting on the Avon, has started start again in the city centre. Sixteen months after the February 2011 earthquake, Punting...
Aug 29, 2012
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Annual Museums Australia conference heads to Adelaide
The 16th Museums Australia National Conference is to be held at the University of Adelaide from 24th to 28th September. Hosted by the Museums Australia South Australian branch,...
Aug 28, 2012
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Plan for all-weather access to Hobart's Mt Wellington
Hobart City Council is to attempt to provide all-weather access to the summit of Mt Wellington and more visitor-friendly facilities in time for next winter. Hobart newspaper The...
Aug 27, 2012
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Free admission to Sentosa Island on 1st September anniversary
To mark its 40th birthday, Singapore visitor attraction Sentosa Island will be opening its doors to all for Open Day celebrations on Saturday 1st September. Visitors who enter...
Aug 27, 2012
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WhiteWater West Acquires Hopkins Rides
Leading waterpark experts WhiteWater West has announced its acquisition of Hopkins Rides (formerly O.D. Hopkins). Despite the new ownership, the Hopkins Rides name will remain,...
Aug 25, 2012
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Rainbow's End celebrates 30 years with record attendances
New Zealand Experience Limited, owner and operator of Rainbow's End Theme Park, has reported the highest level of attendance since acquiring the company 17 years ago. Following...
Aug 23, 2012
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New plaza precinct set to transform 2013 Ekka
Next year's Royal Queensland Show (Ekka) is set to be transformed by the RNA's new $7.5 million plaza which will provide an exciting open plan flexible exhibition space which...
Aug 23, 2012
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Blockbuster exhibitions vital for ACT tourism
A new report confirms that 'blockbuster' exhibitions are a major drawcard for Canberra's tourism industry and economy. The report, Major Blockbuster Events in the ACT , by...
Aug 23, 2012
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Cherie Nicholl takes on business development role at Sydney Royal Easter Show
The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) has announced the appointment of Cherie Nicholl to the newly-created position of General Manager Business & Commercial Development,...
Aug 22, 2012
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Riders take to the waves at Flow House Bangkok
While its official opening will be held next month, the Flow House Bangkok surf attraction is already welcoming guests and riders. Located in mid-downtown Bangkok, Flow House...
Aug 22, 2012
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Johor set to be Malaysia's theme park capital
The Malaysian state of Johor is poised to become the country's 'theme park capital' when Asia's first Legoland theme park at Nusajaya opens to the public next month. The opening...
Aug 21, 2012
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Ekka attracts 400,000 visitors for the third consecutive year
More than 400,000 people made their way to the Royal Queensland Show (Ekka) between 9th and 18th August. Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association of Queensland...
Aug 20, 2012
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Kelly Tarlton's looking for young explorers
With Kelly Tarlton's Antarctic Encounter and Underwater World set to be re-launched as Kelly Tarlton's SEA LIFE Aquarium in September, the popular Auckland attraction is...
Aug 20, 2012
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Asia prepares for Muslim travel boom
While the growth in Chinese tourism is widely reported, global tourism is gearing up for a projected boom in Muslim travel over the next decade. Their growing numbers and...
Aug 20, 2012
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Fast growing Alanic aims to 'dress the universe'
Australian sport, recreation and corporate clothing supplier Alanic is the fastest growing custom clothing brand in the world. With its head office in Melbourne, corporate...
Aug 16, 2012
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IAAPA Expo offers new ways to support Give Kids The World
This November, attendees at the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Attractions Expo will have multiple opportunities to support charity partner...
Aug 16, 2012
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Without volunteers agricultural shows 'will cease to exist'
Australia's 587 agricultural shows collectively attract more than 5.9 million people a year and deliver an economic impact of at least $965 million per annum according to a new...
Aug 15, 2012
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Dragon's Labryinth coming to Kryal Castle
The Labyrinth of the Dragon Sorcerer, a new entry attraction at Kryal Castle, is to receive a grant under the Federal Government's T-QUAL program. The grant will assist in the...
Aug 14, 2012
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Ride installations mark approach of Yas Waterworld opening
With its upcoming opening in the final quarter of this year, Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi has revealed details of its 'Bandit Bomber' suspended family rollercoaster. Supplied by...
Aug 14, 2012
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NSW Government's plan to double overnight visitor expenditure
The NSW Government's plan to double overnight visitor expenditure to NSW by 2020 is ambitious but achievable, according to a report from the State's Visitor Economy Taskforce...
Aug 11, 2012
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Improving recycling at The Ginger Factory
One of the Sunshine Coast's leading visitor attractions, the Ginger Factory the tourism arm of Buderim Ginger - has joined the 'Do the Right Thing, Use the Right Bin' campaign,...
Aug 10, 2012
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DreamWorks to build US$3 billion entertainment zone in Shanghai
US-based film studios DreamWorks Animation has announced plans to build a $US3.2 billion ($A3 billion) "entertainment zone" in Shanghai, aiming to bolster its presence in the...
Aug 9, 2012
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2012 Ekka promises family savings
Organisers of the 2012 Ekka claim that they will be offering the most affordable show in years with the introduction of a range of new ticket bundles available including one...
Aug 8, 2012
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Water-Venture facility planned for Singapore's Marina Bay East
A new water sports facility offering kayaking and dragonboating is to be built on the shores of Singapore's Marina Bay. Set to open at the start of 2014, the S$10-million...
Aug 8, 2012
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