News: Attractions
Auckland’s Snowplanet marks 20 years of operations
Snowplanet, the largest indoor ski field in the Southern Hemisphere, has marked 20 years in business, during which it has welcomed more than 2.6 million visitors through its...
Apr 30, 2025
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New Taipei City Art Museum opens and commits to becoming all inclusive
The New Taipei City Art Museum (NTCAM) opened on 25th April with a commitment to becoming a 'Museum for All', offering diverse exhibitions across five floors and a vast outdoor...
Apr 30, 2025
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Rescued critically endangered Fijian iguanas welcomed at San Diego Zoo
Wildlife smuggling is a real problem threatening Fiji’s endangered iguana populations that are already facing pressures from expanding human activities and invasive alien...
Apr 29, 2025
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LEGOLAND Malaysia opens world first LEGO Flower Garden
LEGOLAND Malaysia has this week opened their new LEGO Flower Garden Miniland - a vibrant fusion of LEGO artistry and nature - and a world first. LEGOLAND Malaysia recognised...
Apr 28, 2025
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Vlocker technology elevates the guest experience
With lockers ensuring the safety of personal belongings and enhancing the overall experience for guests, members and patrons, Australian-owned VLocker is aware that its...
Apr 28, 2025
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Big Red Group Chief Executive calls on incoming federal government to safeguard regional tourism
As the Federal Election draws near, David Anderson, Chief Executive of Big Red Group - Australia’s largest experience marketplace - has spotlighted a glaring gap in the national...
Apr 28, 2025
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Cleland Wildlife Park attraction opens innovative $2.6 million koala loft
A $2.6 million state-of-the-art koala loft has opened at Cleland Wildlife Park which benefits both the animals and the tens of thousands of visitors to the premier tourism...
Apr 26, 2025
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ROLLER expands support for karting venues
Attractions and entertainment management platform ROLLER has announced that it is deepening its involvement in the family/social entertainment centre sector by expanding its...
Apr 22, 2025
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Monarto Safari Park and Adelaide Zoo deliver enrichment Easter treats
Zoos SA has treated its animals at Monarto Safari Park and Adelaide Zoo with colourful enrichment boxes filled with tasty treats, created by the bilby’s talented volunteer...
Apr 20, 2025
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Hong Kong Disneyland to mark 20th anniversary with year-long celebration
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort will mark its 20th year in operations with a full year of celebrations that will feature new attractions and its biggest parade ever, Friendtastic....
Apr 20, 2025
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ProSlide set to unveil reinvigorated waterslide concept at Guangzhou’s Chimelong Water Park
ProSlide Technology Inc. has advised that it will unveil a new iteration of its acclaimed LIM technology at Chimelong Water Park in the Chinese city of Guangzhou when the...
Apr 19, 2025
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Taipei Zoo to mark World Tapir Day with themed events for guests
Taipei Zoo is hosting tapir-themed events to help visitors learn about the species to celebrate World Tapir Day on 27th April. The Malayan tapir is listed as an endangered...
Apr 18, 2025
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Inaugural GTI Southeast Asia Expo attracts support from national associations and trade bodies
With less than a week to go, the highly anticipated inaugural GTI Southeast Asia Expo, the event is shaping up to be a must-attend event for the amusement and attractions...
Apr 17, 2025
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Mary Valley Rattler builds interest in New Zealand for its offerings
With direct air services between Auckland and the Sunshine Coast Airport, Gympie’s Mary Valley Rattler team believes it can tap into New Zealanders’ passion for rail, especially...
Apr 16, 2025
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IAAPA Expo Middle East expands exhibit space to accommodate increased demand
IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry, has advised that exhibitor demand for IAAPA Expo Middle East 2026 is exceeding expectations, prompting the expansion...
Apr 15, 2025
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URBNSURF Melbourne marks fifth anniversary
URBNSURF Melbourne has officially turned five with the celebration acknowledging the spectacular success of the park, which has operated for 1,559 days, welcomed more than...
Apr 15, 2025
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Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas welcomes Koala Joey
Wildlife Habitat, a premier wildlife sanctuary in Port Douglas, has announced that Lulu, one of the park’s much-loved resident koalas, is now carrying a joey on her back,...
Apr 15, 2025
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Development Application approved to restore Canterbury Olympic Ice Rink
The Sydney South Planning Panel has approved the Development Application to restore the Canterbury Olympic Ice Rink with upgrades including a new roof, concrete ice floor and...
Apr 14, 2025
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Visitor satisfaction and technology-driven experiences drive Dubai tourism
A newly released report from consultants KPMG has highlighted how Dubai is diversifying its tourism offering and expanding its range of experiences for visitors with culture,...
Apr 13, 2025
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Neon Dreams fully accessible roller rink among offerings for Vivid Sydney 2025
For Vivid Sydney 2025, Neon Dreams, a luminescent homage to the 1950’s diner, lands in Darling Harbour with a roller rink welcoming seasoned skaters and novices while also being...
Apr 12, 2025
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ROLLER recognised on AFR's Best Places to Work List
Attractions industry platform ROLLER has announced that it has been named a finalist in the technology category for the Australian Financial Review's Best Places to Work List...
Apr 11, 2025
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Bikash Randhawa to leave Chief Operating Officer role at Village Roadshow Theme Parks
Bikash Randhawa is to depart his role as Chief Operating Officer role at Village Roadshow Theme Parks, leaving the Gold Coast-based attractions operator after 30 years. A well...
Apr 10, 2025
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2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show opens its gates
Set to run over 12 days, the 2025 Sydney Royal Easter Show will open today presenting its annual mix of entertainment, agricultural displays and carnival rides for all ages....
Apr 10, 2025
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Australia Zoo achieves successful breeding of Komodo dragons
Komodo dragons, apex predators native to the Indonesian islands of Rinca, Flores, and Komodo, face increasing threats from habitat destruction, poaching, and natural disasters,...
Apr 10, 2025
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