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Singapore’s Night Safari launches new feeding sessions with Indian Rhinoceros
Night Safari - the world's first nocturnal zoo and managed by Mandai Wildlife Reserve - is for the first time in Singapore, offering visitors the opportunity to get up close and...
Feb 16, 2022
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Singapore’s Jurong Bird Park sets up conservation programme for endangered dove species
Singapore’s Jurong Bird Park has partnered with Mandai Nature to set up a conservation breeding programme as part of the recovery plan for the critically endangered Negros...
Feb 14, 2022
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Sydney Showground celebrates RAS bicentenary by offering incentives for new clients to run events
In celebration of the bicentenary of the Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS), Sydney Showground has a goal to connect events with regional and rural New South Wales this...
Feb 14, 2022
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Google introduces Things to do feature
In a development having major implications for attractions bookings as well as many types of ticket sales, the phasing out of its ‘Reserve with Google’ (RwG) function by search...
Feb 14, 2022
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Hong Kong’s Ocean Park Partners starts metaverse journey with The Sandbox
Hong Kong theme park Ocean Park has today announced a partnership with The Sandbox, a leading decentralised gaming virtual world and a subsidiary of Animoca Brands, to create...
Feb 13, 2022
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$3 million upgrade for Kelly Hill Caves tourist destination on Kangaroo Island
Kelly Hill Caves Conservation Park on Kangaroo Island is undergoing a $3 million upgrade to enhance tour offerings as well as above ground infrastructure being rebuilt as part...
Feb 13, 2022
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New Australian Platypus Conservation Centre to be built at Healesville Sanctuary
The Victorian Government has announced funding of $5 million to build a state-of-the-art Australian Platypus Conservation Centre at Zoos Victoria’s Healesville Sanctuary, to...
Feb 12, 2022
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Consumers look to experiences in ‘radical shift’ in post-COVID behaviour
More than a third of households who saved money during lockdowns are planning a post-Coronavirus holiday, with a survey from global consulting firm Boston Consulting Group...
Feb 12, 2022
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SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium releases rescued green sea turtle back into the wild
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium has released “Lizzie”, the rescue green sea turtle, back into the wild in Sydney’s south after nearly doubling her weight during rehabilitation and...
Feb 11, 2022
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Reptiles at Werribee Open Range Zoo treated to renovated enrichment space
Zoos Victoria advise that reptiles at Werribee Open Range Zoo have been exploring a newly renovated enrichment space - The Snake Exploratorium - akin to 5-star luxury...
Feb 11, 2022
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COVID-19 related staff absences impact 22% of businesses
More than one in five (22%) employing businesses had staff who were unavailable to work due to issues related to COVID-19, according to results released today from the...
Feb 10, 2022
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Victoria celebrates tourism excellence and resilience at latest industry awards
Victoria’s tourism and events industry has come together to acknowledge and celebrate the efforts of individuals, businesses and the industry as a whole in navigating two years...
Feb 10, 2022
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Construction of Aussie World's first rollercoaster now complete
Construction of Aussie World's spinning coaster - Dingo Racer is now complete with the final checks underway. The Dingo Racer will be Aussie World’s first rollercoaster with the...
Feb 10, 2022
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Funlab opens its multi-brand social entertainment centre in Fremantle
Entertainment and hospitality provider, Funlab has included three of their iconic brands - Holey Moley, Strike Bowling, and B. Lucky & Sons within the social entertainment...
Feb 10, 2022
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Grey Nomad Awards finalists spotlight regional Australia destinations
Tourism operators who best cater to mature age visitors across Australia have been recognised, with finalists in the Grey Nomad Awards announced yesterday. Awards Director Kim...
Feb 9, 2022
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Genting SkyWorlds Theme Park officially opens in Malaysia
Covering 10 hectares, Genting SkyWorlds in Malaysia has officially opened and features nine 'lands', including Eagle Mountain, Central Park, Liberty Lane, Robots Rivet Town,...
Feb 9, 2022
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Construction progresses on Taronga Western Plains Zoo’s new Wildlife Hospital
The construction of the main building for the $14 million Taronga Western Plains Zoo’s new Wildlife Hospital is now well underway with Taronga Western Plains Zoo Director, Steve...
Feb 7, 2022
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2021 NSW Tourism Awards winners announced
The outstanding strength, resilience and achievements of the NSW tourism industry has been honoured and celebrated at the 2021 NSW Tourism Awards. Supported by the NSW...
Feb 7, 2022
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Queensland Museum secures ‘Disney: The Magic of Animation’ as their 2022 blockbuster
The Queensland Museum has secured Disney: The Magic of Animation opening 24th June and offering visitors the opportunity to experience a creative journey through Disney’s...
Feb 5, 2022
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Vietnam’s Sun World park opens south east Asia’s first wooden rollercoaster
Sun World Hon Thom Nature Park has opened Vietnam’s first and only wooden rollercoaster - with the ride reaching a height of 32.4 metres, a maximum speed of 80km/h and...
Feb 4, 2022
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AALARA sets up Safe Operation of Inflatables Sub Committee
In response to the deaths of six children while using a bouncing castle at the Hillcrest Primary School in Tasmania in December of last year and at the suggestion of several...
Feb 4, 2022
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Big Red Group develops partnerships to aid tourism recovery in North Queensland and NSW
Australian owned and operated business Big Red Group, the parent company of Experience Oz, has developed partnerships with both Destination Cairns Marketing (also an Australian...
Feb 3, 2022
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Outdoor virtual arcade installed in Melbourne’s CBD
Southbank’s Queensbridge Square has been transformed into an outdoor virtual arcade - The Open Arcade - which uses digital sensing technology, allowing players to use their...
Feb 2, 2022
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Conservation efforts of Queensland wildlife hospitals supported by funding
Queensland’s not-for-profit wildlife rehabilitation groups and privately funded wildlife hospitals play a major role in the rescue and rehabilitation of thousands of protected...
Feb 2, 2022
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