News: Attractions
Howard Smith Wharves become owner and operator of Story Bridge Adventure Climb
Brisbane’s cultural and entertainment precinct, Howard Smith Wharves, has taken on the ownership and operation of Story Bridge Adventure Climb from John Sharpe. Located beneath...
Mar 21, 2024
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Refurbished Newcastle Ocean Baths attracts surge in visitation
The refurbished Newcastle Ocean Baths has delivered a surge in visitation attracting almost 56,000 swimmers in the past two months. City of Newcastle advises that the figure...
Mar 20, 2024
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WorkSafe Queensland prosecution alleges safety failures in Daintree zip line fatality
Workplace Health and Safety Queensland’s prosecution of the Director of Jungle Surfing Canopy Tours has alleged a failure to comply with workplace health and safety regulations...
Mar 20, 2024
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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary secures Silver at 2023 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards
Gold Coast’s Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary secured silver for best ‘Major Tourism Attraction’ in Australia at the 2023 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards held in Darwin on Friday...
Mar 18, 2024
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Amaze World’s windmill revived in latest stage of transformation
Popular Sunshine Coast attraction, Amaze World, has had its 13 metre high Dutch windmill - which stands prominently overlooking the maze complex – revived as part of a larger...
Mar 18, 2024
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Parks Victoria reopens flood impacted Buchan Caves Reserve ahead of Easter long weekend
Following a major flooding impact on Boxing Day 2023, the Buchan Munji (Buchan Caves Reserve) located in the alpine region of East Gippsland, will reopen to visitors ahead of...
Mar 18, 2024
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Monarto Safari Park welcomes birth of eight native Greater Stick-nest Rat pups
Keepers at Monarto Safari Park have welcomed the birth of eight native Greater Stick-nest Rat pups as part of a conservation breeding program. The new arrivals are a special...
Mar 17, 2024
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Deep-sea-explorer James Cameron to mark opening of WA Maritime Museum exhibition
To celebrate the launch of the James Cameron - Challenging the Deep immersive exhibition at the WA Maritime Museum, James Cameron is visiting Western Australia for one...
Mar 16, 2024
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Legoland Malaysia looks to drive tourism growth through collaboration
With the nation’s tourism industry rebounding, Legoland Malaysia Resort is aiming to drive tourism growth through collaboration coupled with immersive cultural experiences, new...
Mar 16, 2024
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ATIC spotlights role of accreditation in delivering quality tourism experiences
Following the announcement of the 2023 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards on Friday night, the Australian Tourism Industry Council (ATIC) has spotlighted the role of accreditation...
Mar 15, 2024
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Qantas Australian Tourism Awards presented in Darwin
The nation’s tourism industry have gathered for the announcement of the winners and medallists of the 2023 Qantas Australian Tourism Awards. Over 180 leading tourism operators...
Mar 14, 2024
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Ongoing growth sees Pico Play look to recruit more than 50 ‘funmakers’
An new pipeline of work is seeing Pico Play - a global leader in the planning, design, development and construction of themed attractions and entertainment - move to bolster its...
Mar 14, 2024
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Japan's Fuji-Q Highland to retire rollercoaster Do-Dodonpa after guest injuries
Fuji-Q Highland, an amusement park in Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi, Japan, owned and operated by the Fuji Kyuko Co. has announced the retirement of its Do-Dodonpa rollercoaster after...
Mar 14, 2024
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Immersive experience capturing timeless genius of Leonardo da Vinci opens at THE LUME Melbourne
The immersive experience - ‘Leonardo da Vinci – 500 Years of Genius’ - opens on 16th March at THE LUME Melbourne – a permanent immersive digital art and cultural venue located...
Mar 12, 2024
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URBNSURF Sydney partners with Surfing NSW to enhance surfing experience and provide safety skills
URBNSURF Sydney has announced its new partnership with Surfing New South Wales, aimed at supporting and enhancing the surfing experience in NSW. Surfing NSW and URBNSURF Sydney...
Mar 11, 2024
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Award-winning GONDWANA VR exhibition transforms SA Museum during Adelaide Festival
As part of the 2024 Adelaide Festival and for the first time in its 167-year history, the South Australian Museum opened up its North Terrace exhibition space for 48 continuous...
Mar 11, 2024
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Gympie’s popular attractions feature in dedicated MONOPOLY board
The makers of MONOPOLY have selected tourism destination Gympie - a town built on the profits of gold and located 170 kms north of Brisbane - for its own dedicated board game....
Mar 10, 2024
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MENALAC Awards 2024 announced for various categories in Leisure and Entertainment Industry
The MENALAC Awards ceremony, the hallmark event for the MENA leisure, entertainment, and amusement industry, was held last week at the Address Skyview Hotel, Downtown Dubai. The...
Mar 10, 2024
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ROLLER delivers insights into visitor segmentation for attractions and theme parks
Ticketing, CRM and POS specialist platform ROLLER has shared its insights into visitor segmentation for theme parks and attractions - providing a detailed look at approaches,...
Mar 10, 2024
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Wildlife organisations and surf lifesaving clubs among those recognising International Women's Day
This International Women's Day, celebrated globally on 8th March, has the theme ‘Count Her In: Invest in Women. Accelerate Progress’. Aussie Ark is marking the day with sharing...
Mar 7, 2024
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Embed champions female inclusivity in the technology sector for the attractions industry
Embed, the cloud-based, cashless solutions provider for the amusement, entertainment, and leisure industries, is 100% aligned with the United Nations 2024 International Women’s...
Mar 7, 2024
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Mary Valley Rattler increases its services
In time for the post-Easter school holidays, Gympie’s popular tourist attraction, the Mary Valley Rattler, will increase its weekly steam train services from three to four as it...
Mar 6, 2024
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Sydney Family Show announces Ingenia Holiday Parks as naming rights sponsor in 2024
The Sydney Family Show, being held at the Entertainment Quarter from 23rd March to 1st April 2024, has announced family getaway specialists, Ingenia Holiday Parks as the naming...
Mar 5, 2024
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TripAdvisor research ranks Ballarat's Sovereign Hill as Australia’s most unimpressive tourist attraction
Ballarat's Sovereign Hill is usually described as one of Victoria’s most popular tourist destinations, however new research on TripAdvisor reviews for the top 50 tourist...
Mar 4, 2024
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