News: Attractions
NSW Government scraps $500 million redevelopment plan for Sydney's Powerhouse Museum
The NSW Government has announced that it is to scrap a $500 million redevelopment of the Powerhouse Museum in the inner Sydney suburb of Ultimo instead opting for “heritage...
Sep 1, 2023
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2023 Ekka attracts crowds of 400,000
The Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association of Queensland (RNA) has advised that 400,000 people have enjoyed Ekka’s most successful show in years. Benefitting...
Aug 30, 2023
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Zoos SA Asian Elephants campaign realises its target of $2.025 million
With the help of a private $1 million donation, Zoos SA’s campaign to raise $2.025 million to bring three Asian Elephants to Monarto Safari Park has been realised in just 28...
Aug 30, 2023
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Visitors support Aussie Ark release 20 Long-nosed potoroos into Barrington Wildlife Sanctuary
With the help of over 30 donors, partners, supporters and community members, conservation organisation Aussie Ark has released 20 Long-nosed potoroos into the Barrington...
Aug 30, 2023
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Zoos SA delighted to receive $1 million private donation for Asian Elephant campaign
Zoos SA is delighted to have received a private donation of $1million to the ‘Help us home elephants campaign’ pushing them even closer to the original goal of raising...
Aug 29, 2023
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Sanad Capital’s ACTVENTURE project gets approval for operational works
Sanad Capital’s much delayed plans to develop a waterpark and resort complex on the Sunshine Coast are set to move forward after approval of its construction plans. Sunshine...
Aug 29, 2023
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The CaPTA Group announces closure of Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome
After almost two decades of providing wildlife encounters and adventure experiences above Cairns’ Reef Hotel Casino, operators The CaPTA Group have announced the closure of the...
Aug 28, 2023
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Current operator to be granted new 20-year lease for Fremantle Markets visitor attraction
One of Western Australia’s popular visitor attractions, the Fremantle Markets, has seen its future secured following a decision made by the City of Fremantle to adopt a proposed...
Aug 27, 2023
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Perth’s Outback Splash new lagoon feature to open this summer
Construction is underway on Perth’s Outback Splash new addition -‘The Lagoon’ - opening this Summer and offering “an oasis of fun and relaxation in the Swan Valley” with...
Aug 24, 2023
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Racing pigs and Jetpack stunts among entertainment acts planned for 2023 Royal Hobart Show
Entertainment acts for this year’s Royal Hobart Show are now being contracted with many popular acts making a return. The Animal Wranglers, which were a big hit last time they...
Aug 24, 2023
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Ardent Leisure agrees $26 million shareholder class action settlement following Dreamworld ride deaths
Ardent Leisure is to pay $26 million to settle a shareholder class action lawsuit arising from the deaths of four Dreamworld guests in 2016. The death of four people on the Gold...
Aug 23, 2023
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NightFest to illuminate Canberra’s Floriade festival
NightFest will this year be delivering an exciting program of after dark live entertainment and stunning horticultural illuminations over four nights for Canberra’s Floriade...
Aug 23, 2023
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Zoos SA to hold inaugural fundraising run through Monarto Safari Park
Zoos SA is holding its inaugural ‘Run Wild’ fundraising event which will see runners and wheelchair users take to the trails of Monarto Safari Park on Saturday 21st October 2023...
Aug 23, 2023
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Perth Inner City Group collaborate and partner with Destination Perth to boost local tourism
The Perth Inner City Group - a voluntary regional alliance made up of the Cities of Perth, South Perth, Subiaco and Vincent and the Town of Victoria Park - is aiming to attract...
Aug 23, 2023
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Gold Coast Council gives approval for new 600-room hotel at Warner Bros. Movie World
Village Roadshow Theme Parks is to move forward with plans for a $333 million hotel adjacent to Warner Bros. Movie World after City of Gold Coast Councillors this week approved...
Aug 22, 2023
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Coastal pool to be centrepiece of Perth’s Ocean Reef Marina development
The Western Australian Government’s Ocean Reef Marina project in the northern Perth suburb of Joondalup is moving forward with its outer breakwater walls now complete, paving...
Aug 22, 2023
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Western Australian Police warn trespassers over accessing Perth's Adventure World
Western Australia Police have issued a statement discouraging youth from trespassing at Perth's Adventure World. The warning comes after footage emerged on social media of...
Aug 21, 2023
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Initial evaluation shows positive economic impact of FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 on Wellington
Wellington City Council, WellingtonNZ and Sky Stadium have commenced assessing the benefits of Wellington having hosted matches in the FIFA World Women’s Cup 2023™. Work has...
Aug 20, 2023
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Roller to highlight role of technology innovation in driving attractions industry experiences
Attractions industry software company Roller will this week be staging an online product spotlight that will reveal how the rising standard of online experiences is driving its...
Aug 20, 2023
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Western Australia to host Women's World Hot Air Ballooning Championship
For those keen to keep celebrating international women's sport, the 5th FAI Women's World Hot Air Ballooning Championship will launch in Western Australia from 2nd to 9th...
Aug 20, 2023
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Aussie Ark transitions care of ‘famous’ Brush-tailed Rock wallaby between keepers
Aussie Ark's famous Brush-tailed Rock wallaby Rocket who is now 10 months old and has been hand-raised since April by Operations Manager Dean Reid is being prepared for the next...
Aug 18, 2023
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Big Red Group finds Australians are embracing a ‘seize the day’ mentality despite cost of living pressures
The inaugural ‘Seasonal Experiences Index: Autumn/Winter 2023’ report from Big Red Group - Australia and New Zealand’s largest experience marketplace - indicates that...
Aug 18, 2023
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Melbourne debuts its newest immersive digital art and future thinking festival
Art trails, giant pop-up immersive domes and the return of large-scale live music to the historic Royal Exhibition Building for the first time in 20 years are among the...
Aug 17, 2023
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Sim Leisure Group to relaunch Kidzania Singapore and introduce Escape theme parks and Haven XR virtual cinemas
Alongside their relaunching of the KidZania Singapore attraction on Sentosa in 2024, Sim Leisure Group – a Singapore-listed theme park developer and operator – will also be...
Aug 16, 2023
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