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Micro Surf Academy and Aventuur partner to deliver world’s first surf park high performance centres
Global surf park investor, developer and operator Aventuur has announced its partnership with Micro Surf Academy (MSA) to deliver the world’s first surf park high performance...
Nov 2, 2021
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Clip ‘n Climb included in Fun Spot exhibition at new LeisurUp trade show in France
Clip ‘n Climb is being included in Fun Spot’s exhibition at the upcoming LeisurUp trade show at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes from 30th November to 2nd December 2021. Fun...
Nov 1, 2021
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Wellington City Council announces convention centre operating partnership with Te Papa
Wellington City Council has partnered with Te Papa Tongarewa, the National Museum of New Zealand to operate its new convention centre Tākina, opening mid-2023. Under a new...
Nov 1, 2021
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Victorian Government heralds reopening of entertainment venues and cultural attractions
Some of Victoria’s most popular venues welcomed artists back to the stage over the past weekend, with thousands of fans attending live music venues. Melbourne’s Sidney Myer...
Nov 1, 2021
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Central Coast site set to be developed as new type of tourism precinct
The owners of a 120 hectare parcel of land on the NSW Central Coast that encompasses the former Old Sydney Town attraction have lodged plans to transform the site into...
Nov 1, 2021
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Sea World marks 50th anniversary
Gold Coast theme park Sea World has today marked 50 years of operations - during which more than 50 million guests have walked through its gates. With its marine park having...
Oct 29, 2021
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Former jumping castle business owner pleads guilty to arson campaign charges
Former jumping castle business owner James Balcombe has this week pleaded guilty to 11 counts of conspiracy to commit arson, arising from a series of attacks against rival...
Oct 28, 2021
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Google's new 'Things to Do' feature offers massive potential for leisure
Google’s phasing out of its 'Reserve with Google' function and its upcoming introduction of its new 'Things to Do' initiative offers massive marketing opportunities for not only...
Oct 28, 2021
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IAAPA names Kelly Repass as Director, Global Research
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has announced that Kelly Repass will take on the role of Director, Global Research to develop a new...
Oct 27, 2021
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Sydney’s Entertainment Quarter offers Pixar Putt attraction during Summer
To help revitalise Sydney post COVID lockdown, the Entertainment Quarter in Moore Park has announced it will offer the popular mini-golf attraction, Pixar Putt, from 26th...
Oct 26, 2021
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Cape Willoughby to be latest tourist destination on Kangaroo Island
Cape Willoughby, located on Kangaroo Island and home to South Australia’s oldest lighthouse is set to host the newest tourism destination with work commencing on the redesign...
Oct 26, 2021
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Weta Workshop Unleashed recognised for story telling at international awards
Auckland attraction Wētā Workshop Unleashed, opened at the SkyCity entertainment precinct in December last year, has been recognised at the 2021 blooloop Innovation Awards....
Oct 26, 2021
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Victorian Zoos reopen with sell out ticket allocations
With Melbourne Zoo, Werribee Open Range Zoo and Healesville Sanctuary reopening to the public today, the limited visitor numbers under the first phase of the Victorian...
Oct 26, 2021
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Intrepid Travel to expand into accommodation with launch of Drifter brand
Intrepid Travel, the world’s largest adventure travel company, has today announced ambitious plans to diversify into the hotel accommodation market in a joint venture with...
Oct 26, 2021
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Mildura seeks support to deliver large-scale immersive light installations
Input is being sought for two large-scale immersive light installations, Light/State, from famed global artist Bruce Munro, that will light up the Murray River border community...
Oct 25, 2021
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OzAsia Festival celebrates record-breaking opening week with 100,000 attendances
Adelaide Festival Centre’s OzAsia Festival is celebrated a record-breaking opening week with 100,000 attendances across four days of inspiring performances and exciting...
Oct 25, 2021
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Destination NSW launches $10 million campaign promoting post-pandemic travel
The NSW Government has unveiled a new tourism campaign to entice residents and visitors to the state to experience its regions and attractions. Launched on Sunday, the 'Feel...
Oct 25, 2021
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AALARA urges members to respond to Australian Small Business Ombudsman's insurance crisis interim report
Following on from the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman's Interim Report into the insurance crisis impacting attractions and tourism, the Australian...
Oct 25, 2021
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Australian Regional Tourism receives funding for National Agritourism Development Program
Australian Regional Tourism has advised that it has been successful in securing $120,000 in funding to support a national agritourism development program for all of regional...
Oct 25, 2021
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Funlab opens entertainment precinct on Sunshine Coast
Entertainment and hospitality provider, Funlab, are opening Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq alongside fellow Funlab family members, Strike Bowling and Holey Moley Golf Club at...
Oct 24, 2021
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54 Northern Territory tourism businesses share in $1.5 million grant funding
The Northern Territory Government has awarded 54 Territory Tourism businesses more than $1.5 million in grant funding under round five of the Visitor Experience Enhancement...
Oct 24, 2021
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World's tallest observation wheel opens in Dubai
Ain Dubai, the world's largest and tallest observation wheel by Dubai Holding recently opened (21st October) and was celebrated by thousands who joined the extravaganza at the...
Oct 24, 2021
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Queensland Government launches pop-up vaccination clinics at sports clubs, theme parks and in entertainment precincts
With the state recording zero locally acquired COVID-19 cases and with more than 60% of its population over 16 now fully vaccinated, the Queensland Government has announced...
Oct 23, 2021
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Powerhouse Parramatta receives $30 million donation to deliver STEM education experiences
The Walker Family Foundation and Western Sydney University are making an extraordinary $30 million investment in the future of Powerhouse Parramatta - one of the largest...
Oct 21, 2021
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