News: Attractions
Second catastrophic weather event impacts Aussie Ark sanctuary in just weeks
Aussie Ark sanctuary is seeking help and support from the public again following it being impacted by the second catastrophe in just weeks. The sanctuary has been hammered by...
Jul 1, 2025
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New $10 million marine hospital and conservation hub for Sea World Foundation
The Queensland Government is delivering $10 million in the Budget for a first-of-its-kind Sea World Foundation Wildlife Hospital on the Gold Coast, equipped to rescue and treat...
Jul 1, 2025
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Perth Zoo’s new gibbon habitat triples space for critically endangered species
Perth Zoo's latest attraction has delivered a state-of-the-art gibbon habitat with the modern design utilising vertical space, tripling the habitat area for the white-cheeked...
Jun 30, 2025
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WhiteWater marks 40th Anniversary in Asia-Pacific region
Leading water park industry supplier and designer, WhiteWater is celebrating its 40th Anniversary in the Asia-Pacific region. With IAAPA Expo Asia 2025 currently underway in...
Jun 30, 2025
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Tourism Research Australia adopts new domestic tourism data platform
For the first time in nearly 30 years, Tourism Research Australia (TRA) is adopting a new and innovative way of measuring domestic travel, with the rollout of the quarterly...
Jun 26, 2025
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New report from Big Red Group reveals surge in demand for thrilling adventures
The Autumn 2025 report from Big Red Group - Australia and New Zealand’s largest experience marketplace - found consumers are increasingly seeking thrills - with 18.5% of...
Jun 25, 2025
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Hong Kong's Water World Ocean Park holds first ever Nighttime Water Party
Water World Ocean Park has launched its first-ever nighttime event, Get! Splash! Tonight! - a series of summer events - that will run at the Hong Kong waterpark o selected dates...
Jun 24, 2025
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Tekapo Dark Sky Project marks 20 years of astrotourism
One of New Zealand’s most ‘out of this world’ experiences, Tekapo's Dark Sky Project, is celebrating 20 years since its two co-founders introduced the astrotourism experience....
Jun 24, 2025
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Surf Lakes Global appoints Troy Warfield as Chief Executive to lead global expansion
Australian-founded but now USA-based Surf Lakes Global has announced former British Airways and Topgolf executive Troy Warfield as its new Chief Executive. In an announcement...
Jun 24, 2025
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Funlab executive Oonagh Flanagan joins WebJet in new Chief Marketing Officer role
Looking to enter a “new era of brand growth and digital innovation”, The Webjet Group has appointed Oonagh Flanagan as its first Chief Marketing Officer in Australasia. In her...
Jun 21, 2025
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MENALAC announces new leadership to drive their vision
The Middle East and North Africa Leisure and Attractions Council (MENALAC) has announced new leadership to drive their vision for a unified and advancing Leisure and...
Jun 21, 2025
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Mt Buller opens extra chairlifts and terrain
Mt Buller is expanding its winter sport offerings with the opening of its Summit and Skyline runs and chairlift for the weekend. Opened as of this afternoon, the addition of...
Jun 19, 2025
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WorkSafe Victoria issues school holiday reminder on climbing wall safety
In the wake of a series of incidents at indoor play centres where members of the public, including children, have sustained injuries after falling from artificial climbing...
Jun 18, 2025
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Mildura enjoys surge in tourism spending following Tropical North Victoria campaign
Mildura Rural City Council has advised that the latest Wotif data shows Mildura to be a top trending domestic destination in Australia for July with a 257% increase in searches...
Jun 18, 2025
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LeisureSafe looks to redefine risk in Australian aquatics and recreation
LeisureSafe, a specialist risk and safety company, has officially launched to support organisations across the Australian aquatics and recreation industry. Founded by long-time...
Jun 18, 2025
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Bali Zoo leads efforts to conserve one of Indonesia's rarest primates
Bali Zoo’s dedicated wildlife conservation efforts have led to the silvery gibbon (Hylobates moloch), endemic to Indonesia and classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List, not...
Jun 17, 2025
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Crocosaurus Cove visit on World Crocodile Day spotlights Northern Territory lifestyle
To mark World Crocodile Day, NT Minister for Parks and Wildlife and Minister for Tourism and Hospitality Marie-Clare Boothby, visited Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin. Held annually...
Jun 16, 2025
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New Zealand boosted as a destination for Chinese tourists
The New Zealand Government is boosting the country as a destination for Chinese tourists by improving visa settings and processes. From November, New Zealand will trial visa...
Jun 16, 2025
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SurfAid and URBNSURF partner in giveaway for World’s Best Surf Month
SurfAid and URBNSURF are partnering this September to give one lucky surfer the chance to access 30 consecutive days of perfect waves at URBNSURF Sydney or Melbourne as part of...
Jun 15, 2025
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Sea World Foundation marks World Sea Turtle Day with release of four Green Sea Turtles
The Sea World Foundation team has markedWorld Sea Turtle Day today by returning four rescued and rehabilitated Green Sea Turtles back to Moreton Bay. The four turtles – Nalu,...
Jun 15, 2025
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Activeon continues to leverage ROLLER platform to fuel growth
Attractions and entertainment management platform ROLLER, is continuing its partnership with Activeon -a leading global operator of trampoline parks and family entertainment...
Jun 15, 2025
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Immersive Lightscape experience returns to Perth’s Kings Park with new trail and installations
Internationally acclaimed after-dark experience – Lightscape – is returning to Perth’s Kings Park for a third year with a brand-new trail design and more than 20 stunning...
Jun 11, 2025
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CaPTA Group recognises its outstanding team members
Cairns-based tourism operator, The CaPTA Group, recently celebrated its outstanding team members at the 19th Annual Excellence Awards held in May at Rydges Esplanade Resort...
Jun 10, 2025
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Puffing Billy Running Festival 2025 offers scenic race events for runners of all ages and abilities
The Puffing Billy Running Festival - a two-day rail and running adventure returns to the Dandenong Ranges 13th and 14th September – offering an array of scenic race events....
Jun 9, 2025
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