News: Attractions
Blaming rising insurance costs Albany Indoor Adventures facility closes its doors
An indoor gym and rock-climbing business in the city of Albany in Western Australia is to close - reportedly as a result of no longer being able to secure appropriate liability...
Dec 21, 2023
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Court document alleges jumping castle operator in Tasmanian school tragedy failed to secure all anchor points
A damning document submitted to the Devonport Magistrates Court in the case of the Hillcrest Primary School tragedy alleges that, on the day of the incident, only four of the...
Dec 21, 2023
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Immersive Gamebox attraction opens at Merlin Entertainments’ Darling Harbour site
Merlin Entertainments partnership with Immersive Gamebox has this week seen the opening of the Immersive Gamebox attraction located next to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Madame...
Dec 21, 2023
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Aussie Ark and Australian Reptile Park reveal significant conservation win
Conservation organisation Aussie Ark and sister organisation the Australian Reptile Park have revealed a significant conservation win with the successful egg laying of their...
Dec 21, 2023
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Disney expands presence in China with world's first Zootopia-themed land opening in Shanghai
Disney's expanding presence in the Chinese market has been highlighted by its opening of the world's first Zootopia-themed land at Shanghai Disneyland. Based on the hugely...
Dec 20, 2023
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Surfing Victoria partnership offers discounts for Phillip Island accommodation and attractions
Surfing Victoria has announced a new partnership with Park Lane Phillip Island that will see it become the exclusive accommodation provider for Surfing Victoria events on...
Dec 20, 2023
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Experience Abu Dhabi launches new campaign ‘Find Your Pace’
A new global campaign - ‘Find Your Pace’ - has been launched by Experience Abu Dhabi, the destination brand of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi. The campaign...
Dec 19, 2023
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URBNSURF expands long-term partnership with Rip Curl
URBNSURF has expanded its long-term partnership with Rip Curl - naming the surfing company as its official retail partner. The partnership has been in place since the opening of...
Dec 19, 2023
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Man charged with murder over alleged stabbing death of co-worker at Canberra’s National Zoo and Aquarium
A Canberra man has been charged with murder over the apparent stabbing death of a 29-year-old woman at the National Zoo and Aquarium in Canberra on Monday. Tshewang Choden was...
Dec 19, 2023
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Museums Aotearoa calls for museums and galleries to remain free and safe spaces for all
Museums Aotearoa is emphasising the need for museums and galleries to remain freely accessible, safe spaces for everyone following a vandalism incident at Christchurch’s Te Papa...
Dec 19, 2023
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Saudi Arabia Tourism Fund supports building Haichang Ocean Park in the Kingdom
Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Development Fund (TDF) is supporting the building of China’s marine themed park - Haichang Ocean Park - in the kingdom. According to a filing with the...
Dec 18, 2023
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Ardent Leisure announces new branding as Coast Entertainment Holdings
Ardent Leisure Group Limited has informed the Australian Stock Exchange that it will begin trading as Coast Entertainment Holdings Limited as of today (Monday 18th December)....
Dec 17, 2023
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Bells Family Carnival the subject of a feature-length documentary
The 100-year heritage of the Bells, a sixth-generation travelling show family, has been showcased in a feature-length documentary premiered at the Sydney film festival at the...
Dec 17, 2023
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Female staff member found dead from apparent stabbing at National Zoo and Aquarium in Canberra
A 29-year-old man has been arrested by the Australian Federal Police after the body of a woman was found in a storeroom at the National Zoo and Aquarium in Canberra today. The...
Dec 17, 2023
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Dubai welcomes record visitor numbers in 2023
Dubai has seen record visitor numbers, witnessed high hotel occupancy and been recognised with a number of tourism achievements in the past year. A review of the sector shows...
Dec 17, 2023
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Top franchisees for 2023 recognised by Belgravia Health & Fitness
Belgravia Health & Fitness has announced the national winners of its franchisee awards from brands including JUMP! Swims Schools, Genesis Health + Fitness and Ninja Parc....
Dec 14, 2023
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$1.5 million otter habitat at Brooklands Zoo causes concern for New Plymouth Council
New Plymouth District Council’s last meeting of the year was held this week during which councillors were divided on the next long-term plan budget with the future of New...
Dec 13, 2023
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World first breeding program sees Critically Endangered Dragons hatch at Melbourne Zoo
A world first breeding program has seen 26 Victorian Grassland Earless Dragons emerge from their eggs at Melbourne Zoo. The breeding program is aimed at saving the species from...
Dec 13, 2023
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New Penrith Beach to open on 19th December
With temperatures continuing to soar, the people of Western Sydney will be able to cool off at a new swimming spot at Penrith Lakes as of Tuesday 19th December in time for the...
Dec 13, 2023
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Giant panda cub farewelled in Singapore ahead of return to China conservation program
Singapore’s first giant panda cub, Le Le, is making his final appearance at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve’s Pavilion Capital Giant Panda Forest exhibit before entering quarantine...
Dec 12, 2023
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Semnox transforms time management at Seef’s Hawa family entertainment centre
Bahrain-based Seef Entertainment has moved to effectively address time management challenges with Semnox's revolutionary Radian Wristband at its newly launched Hawa facility....
Dec 11, 2023
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Wellington hosts global premiere of Marvel Universe exhibition
Wellington will tonight host the global premiere of Marvel: Earth’s Mightiest Exhibition being held at the City’s new convention and exhibition centre, Tākina. Nearly 85 years...
Dec 11, 2023
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Historic Bristol Hill Tower attraction restored to draw visitors to regional Victoria
The Bristol Hill Pioneer Memorial Tower – a significant Maryborough landmark and popular attraction - has officially re-opened, allowing community to safely enjoy and helping to...
Dec 11, 2023
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Dreamworld partnership with Origin Zero sees Australia’s largest theme park solar installation
Dreamworld is now home to the largest solar energy system at an Australian theme park, following the completion of a 708-kW installation with Origin Zero. The system, installed...
Dec 10, 2023
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