News: Attractions
Entertainment industry workforce among topics at IAAPA inaugural Middle East Trade Summit
The future workforce for the entertainment industry, an update on developments planned in Saudi Arabia, continued supply chain demands and the art of excellent customer service...
Feb 5, 2023
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Construction works pause around Milton Showground to allow the Show to proceed
Shoalhaven City Council has advised that construction works being undertaken to improve internal roads at the Milton Showground will be paused so the 2023 Milton Show can go...
Feb 5, 2023
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Dunedin City Council to retain Taieri Gorge rail journey
With Dunedin City Council having committed in principle to retaining the iconic Taieri Gorge train service as a key part of the city’s visitor economy, the focus now shifts to...
Feb 4, 2023
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Strathbogie Shire Council opens Nagambie Splash Park
Strathbogie Shire Council, located in the Hume region of Victoria, has today opened the Nagambie Splash Park. The $1 million splash park – situated in Buckley Park – includes a...
Feb 3, 2023
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Big Red Group partners with New Zealand online tour agent Everything Travel Group
Aiming to drive New Zealand’s tourism industry recovery, Big Red Group - Australia and New Zealand’s largest experience marketplace - has formed a strategic partnership with...
Feb 2, 2023
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Rockhampton Zoo receives post-mortem results for two animals who died last year
Rockhampton Zoo has received the post-mortem results for two of their beloved zoo animals who died late last year - Holly the chimpanzee and Tuson the white-cheeked gibbon....
Feb 2, 2023
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SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium launches new Jelly Lab Experience
Continuing its offering of new experiences for guests, SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium is launching a behind the scenes tour of the incredible Jelly Lab. Until today, guests have...
Feb 1, 2023
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Environment
Aussie Ark thanks businesses who pledged in last year’s 2022 campaign
Not-for-profit conservetion organisation Aussie Ark has officially named and thanked the 13 businesses who pledged $2022 for the organisation’s innovative “$2022 by 22...
Jan 30, 2023
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SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast and Aussie World launch Coast to Coaster Combo Ticket
A new Coast to Coaster Combo Ticket has been launched by SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast and Aussie World to offer guests the opportunity to experience “the delight of the deep and the...
Jan 30, 2023
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Ticketing
Cairns Regional Council expands safety initiatives at The Boulders
Cairns Regional Council is expanding safety initiatives at The Boulders, Babinda with improved signage, an education campaign, and stronger enforcement. Unfortunately, since...
Jan 29, 2023
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AALARA releases 2023 conference program
The Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) has released the outline program for its 2023 Conference - being held at Sofitel Broadbeach on the Gold...
Jan 29, 2023
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Warner Bros. Movie World’s Scooby Doo ride to shut for $4 million upgrade
Gold Coast theme park ride Warner Bros. Movie World will temporarily close its popular Scooby-Doo Spooky Coaster at the end of the school holidays for planned $4 million...
Jan 26, 2023
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Surf Park Summit announces dates for 2023 San Diego conference
The surf park industry’s leading global event will be returning for another year with the announcement that it will be held from 19th and 20th September at the Scripps Seaside...
Jan 25, 2023
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Saudi Entertainment Ventures starts building new entertainment destination
Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN) has started building its new SAR 1 billion (US$266 million) entertainment destination in the north western city of Tabūk. Set to include...
Jan 25, 2023
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Rotorua's Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa moves closer to completion
After five years of planning, geotechnical preparation, COVID challenges and building, Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa in Rotorua is edging closer to completion, with the roof now...
Jan 25, 2023
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Stadium Karts high-octane experience returns to Optus Stadium
Optus Stadium is the site of Perth's latest high-octane experience - with Stadium Karts hitting the track from today, back after a sell-out first year. Combining the world class...
Jan 24, 2023
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Venues
SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast releases four rescued and rehabilitated green sea turtles
Four rescued and rehabilitated green sea turtles were successfully released back into the ocean at Mooloolaba Beach yesterday by the team at SEA LIFE Sunshine Coast Aquarium....
Jan 23, 2023
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IAAPA to stage professional development program in Saudi Arabia
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has announced that it will stage a professional development program in the Saudi Arabian capital of...
Jan 22, 2023
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WorkSafe Queensland investigating accident at Brisbane skydiving venue
WorkSafe Queensland is investigating an accident at an iFly Indoor Skydiving facility situated at Westfield Chermside, 10km north of the Brisbane CBD, in which a Queensland...
Jan 20, 2023
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Anantara Hotels, Resorts and Spas spotlight 23 impressive adventures for 2023
With 2023 anticipated to be a year for booking unforgettable experiences in far-flung and exotic destinations, Anantara Hotels, Resorts and Spas have created a wish list of 23...
Jan 19, 2023
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Guest action contributes to ride closures at Warner Bros. Movie World
A series of incidents at Warner Bros. Movie World on the Gold Coast over the past two days have seen three rides forced to halt operations with 'guest behaviour' causing the...
Jan 18, 2023
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Taronga Zoo set to close its Sky Safari attraction after 35 years
After 35 years of operations, Taronga Zoo is to close its Sky Safari at the end of this month, citing the cable-car attraction as having “reached the end of its workable life”....
Jan 18, 2023
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Singapore tourism expected to recover to pre-pandemic levels as of next year
With visitor arrivals creep back to pre-pandemic levels as arrival rebound, the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) has predicted that activity in the industry is expected to recover...
Jan 17, 2023
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Rob Smith moves on from heading Merlin Entertainments' APAC division
Rob Smith, Divisional Director - Asia Pacific at Merlin Entertainments Group, has advised that he is to take on the UK-based role of Managing Director, Midway for Merlin...
Jan 17, 2023
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