News: Attractions
IAAPA to present Middle East Summit in Dubai in February
Looking to celebrate and highlight the growing attractions industry in Dubai and the wider Arabian Gulf region, the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions...
Dec 8, 2021
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URBNSURF Melbourne to host Victorian Boardriders qualifying event
Surfing Victoria and Surfing Australia have announced the Victorian Qualifier for the Hyundai Australian Boardriders Battle will be held at Australia’s first surf park -...
Dec 8, 2021
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Melbourne Cricket Club Museum re-opens following renovation
The story of the Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC) and its relationship to the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) has been reimagined through an exciting new redevelopment of the MCC...
Dec 8, 2021
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Construction work gets underway at URBNSURF Sydney
Work has commenced on URBNSURF Sydney, the $50 million surf lagoon development within the Sydney Olympic Park precinct. Due to open in early 2023, URBNSURF Sydney is set to...
Dec 7, 2021
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Puffing Billy Railway resumes daily services for first time since pre-COVID
Following months of COVID lockdowns for many attractions and tourist destinations in Victoria, one of the State’s most popular tourist attractions - Puffing Billy Railway – has...
Dec 6, 2021
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Small Business Ombudsman’s report calls for a Discretionary Mutual Fund as solution for amusement and attractions insurance challenges
The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Bruce Billson, has today released the final report into the insurance crisis facing Australia’s amusement,...
Dec 6, 2021
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Guest experience platform ROLLER partners with payments solution business Adyen
Global payments platform Ayden has today announced the successful integration of Adyen for Platforms with guest experience software business ROLLER to further enhance customer...
Dec 5, 2021
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Perth’s Matagarup Bridge zip-line attraction officially opens
Perth’s Matagarup Bridge zip-line attraction officially opened yesterday with more than 35 people booked in to undertake the thrilling ride. The attraction’s platform sits about...
Dec 5, 2021
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Hong Kong Disneyland marks International Day of Persons with Disabilities with celebrations
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL) marked the 29th anniversary of International Day of Persons with Disabilities (3rd December) with a celebratory event today, together with key...
Dec 4, 2021
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New $24.8 million Puffing Billy Visitor Centre officially opens
One of Victoria’s most popular tourist attractions - Puffing Billy Railway – has had its new $24.8 million Visitor Centre officially opened today. The Lakeside Visitor Centre...
Dec 3, 2021
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Dreamworld reveals 15th December opening for its new Steel Taipan rollercoaster
Gold Coast theme park Dreamworld has announced the official grand opening date of Wednesday 15th December for its new Steel Taipan rollercoaster, coinciding with its 40th...
Dec 3, 2021
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Queensland Government acquires Currumbin land for future Eco-Parkland
148 hectares of land at Currumbin on the Southern Gold Coast has been secured by the Queensland Government for transformation into one of Australia’s biggest eco-parklands....
Dec 1, 2021
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Embed launch revised and innovative self-service kiosk
Embed, a global leader in the supply of point-of-sale and revenue management systems for the amusement industry, have launched the cutting-edge, space-saving, self-service...
Dec 1, 2021
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Ticketmaster and Moshtix announce joint ticketing partnership with Big Top at Luna Park Sydney
Ticketmaster Australia and Moshtix have today announced a long-term ticketing partnership with landmark Sydney venue, Big Top at Luna Park Sydney. This joint partnership - the...
Dec 1, 2021
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Plans unveiled for new $10 million Cleland nature-based experience
Plans have recently been released for the new $10 million wilderness retreat situated within Cleland Wildlife Park in the Adelaide Hills. The new retreat will be built within...
Nov 30, 2021
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Vaccine certificates mandated at Ngai Tahu Tourism attractions
Ngāi Tahu Tourism has announced all visitors to its attractions across New Zealand will be required to show proof of vaccination from Friday 3rd December. As part of the wider...
Nov 30, 2021
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National Geographic recognises Adelaide as a top sustainable destination city
The latest National Geographic Traveller has named Adelaide as one of the world’s best sustainable destinations for 2022 - one of only two Australian destinations to feature....
Nov 30, 2021
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New Sydney CBD walking trail planned to connect major tourism locations and attractions
Plans are being developed by the NSW Government to create an urban walking trail stretching along Sydney’s Harbour foreshore from Lady Macquarie’s Chair, past the Opera House...
Nov 30, 2021
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Phillip Island Little Penguin Parade celebrates 100 Year Milestone
Phillip Island Nature Park and the very popular little penguins − were put on the map as a must-see experience 100 years ago. Locals began gathering casually on the Summerland...
Nov 30, 2021
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New Zealand Tourism Awards recognise industry's bright future
Outstanding tourism businesses and individuals who are leading the way in creating the future of New Zealand’s tourism industry have been recognised in the industry’s most...
Nov 30, 2021
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Aerial Adventures high ropes course opens at Sunshine Coast Recreation Centre
A $1.5 million ‘Aerial Adventures’ high ropes course has opened for climbing at the Sunshine Coast Recreation Centre with the course opening coinciding with the imminent start...
Nov 27, 2021
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Merlin Entertainments supports ‘Stop it at the Start’ campaign to help eliminate violence against women
This International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (25th November) Merlin Entertainments is lending its support to the ‘Stop it at the Start’ campaign, aimed...
Nov 24, 2021
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Wibit Sports founders share highlights as they celebrate 25th anniversary
The founders of leading inflatable water play products company, Wibit Sports - Romann Rademacher and Robert Cirjak share some of their journey to mark the company’s 25th...
Nov 24, 2021
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Enthusiasts group revisits the wellbeing benefits of rollercoaster rides
A report by Dr. David Lewis - a leading neuropsychologist who headed up the 2012 Thorpe Park study in England on the wellbeing benefits of Roller Coaster rides is being...
Nov 23, 2021
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