News: Attractions
Sydney named as one of the world's top 10 beach cities
Sydney has been named as one of the top 10 beach city destinations in the world in a new survey from National Geographic. The release of the survey has prompted NSW Minister for...
Aug 9, 2010
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IAAPA launches Executive Management Institute
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has teamed up with San Diego State University (SDSU) to develop a one-off training program for visitor...
Jul 28, 2010
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NZ Visitor arrivals hit 2.5 million
Annual visitor arrivals to New Zealand hit the 2.5 million mark last month for the first time, according to Statistics NZ. Population Statistics Manager Bridget Hamilton-Seymour...
Jul 23, 2010
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China launches global search for panda keepers
The Chengdu Panda Base in China's Sichuan province is to offer contestants from around the world a chance to help look after the endangered animals for a month. Officials at the...
Jul 23, 2010
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Polin introduces 'King Cobra' Waterslide
One of the highlights of last week’s Asian Attractions Expo was Polin Waterparks and Pool Systems’ introduction of its new King Cobra waterslide. The King Cobra offers one of...
Jul 22, 2010
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'New Look' National Gallery of Australia Set to Open
The National Gallery of Australia is set to unveil its biggest transformation since its creation in 1982. This spring, visitors to the Gallery in Canberra will walk though a...
Jul 22, 2010
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Abu Dhabi Ferrari Theme Park to Open in 100 Days
The countdown to the opening the world’s first Ferrari theme park has started and in 100 days, at noon on 28th October 2010, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi will open its doors to the...
Jul 20, 2010
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Asian Attractions Expo Moves to Singapore in 2011
As Asia's premier conference and trade show for the attractions industry in Asia closed on Friday, the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA)...
Jul 19, 2010
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Taj Mahal named IAAPA's Most Popular Asian Attraction
India's iconic Taj Mahal has topped the Voter's Choice poll for Most Popular Asian Attractions at the Asian Attractions Awards (AAA) ceremony. The event, held during the...
Jul 16, 2010
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Village Roadshow Theme Parks Reveals New Attractions
Village Roadshow Theme Parks have unveiled plans for three new major attractions for their Sea World and Wet'n'Wild Water World theme parks for 2010. Sea World's new attractions...
Jul 15, 2010
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Lynton V Harris Receives 2010 Brand Personality Award
Lynton V Harris, Chairman and Chief Executive of The Sudden Impact! Entertainment Company has today been presented with the Asia Pacific Brands Foundation (APBF) Brand Laureate...
Jul 15, 2010
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SGL takes on Sugarworld waterpark feasibility study
Cairns Regional Council has engaged Melbourne-based consultancy SGL Group to undertake a study into options for the redevelopment of the Sugarworld Waterpark. The consultancy...
Jul 14, 2010
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Legoland Malaysia targets 1.5 million visitors
On the eve of the Asian Amusement Expo, Asia's first Legoland has revealed that it expects to attract 1.5 million visitors in its first year of operation. Located in the...
Jul 13, 2010
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Melbourne Museums attendance tops two million
Museum Victoria's attendances topped two million for the first time last year making it one of the most visited Museum organisations in the world, according to Victorian Arts...
Jul 12, 2010
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Counting Made Fun at Luna Park
Landmark amusement attraction Luna Park Melbourne has introduced an innovative approach to people counting. A free to enter, un-gated venue, Luna Park wanted to be able to...
Jul 7, 2010
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New Industry Awards: Are You Prepared?
Fair Work Australia (FWA) has announced its first annual wage review under the Fair Work Act, 2009. The decision provides increases to rates of pay in modern Awards and also an...
Jul 5, 2010
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Village Roadshow Theme Parks bring back the VIP Pass
Village Roadshow's Gold Coast Theme Parks have reintroduced their VIP pass for access to Sea World, Warner Bros. Movie World and Wet'n'Wild Water World. The new VIP pass...
Jul 1, 2010
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Paintball age limit review sparks fiery debate
A review of legislation covering the legal age of paintball in New South Wales has sparked a heated debate between the game's enthusiasts and gun control groups. NSW guidelines...
Jun 30, 2010
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Twister and Speedcoaster for Canberra move?
Canberra's Big Splash Waterpark has taken delivery of the former Wet'n'Wild water slide, the Twister. While both the Twister and Speedcoaster have been removed in preparation...
Jun 22, 2010
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Mining to end on North Stradbroke Island
The Queensland Government is to phase out all mining and convert up to 80% of North Stradbroke Island to national park under a bold new plan released today. Queensland Premier...
Jun 20, 2010
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Wave Swinger returns to Luna Park Sydney
For the first time since 1988, the iconic Wave Swinger is set to return to Luna Park Sydney. The uniquely designed Wave Swinger is the âcrème de la crèmeâ of high swinging...
Jun 18, 2010
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Day Trips Dominate Domestic Tourism
Figures from the Australian Government's National Visitor Survey released today show Australia's domestic tourism market is holding strong for both the March quarter and the...
Jun 16, 2010
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WA Minister congratulates museum Chief on OBE
Western Australian Culture and the Arts Minister John Day has congratulated Western Australian Museum Chief Executive Alec Coles on his inclusion in the 2010 Queen's Birthday...
Jun 15, 2010
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New Waterfront Attractions for Auckland's Wynyard Quarter
Auckland’s Wynyard Quarter is set to open five new attractions by mid-2011 – each located around the boulevard of Jellicoe Street, which will be the destination’s cultural and...
Jun 15, 2010
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