News: Attractions
Wavegarden continues global expansion with agreement to develop seven surf parks in Japan
Artificial surf wave technology group Wavegarden has announced an agreement to develop seven surf parks in Japan. The agreement with Japanese promoter JPF - which has extensive...
Oct 8, 2021
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TEG names Rachael Carroll to newly created role of Managing Director of TEG Sport and Experiences
TEG has today announced the appointment of experienced sport and entertainment executive Rachael Carroll to the newly created role of Managing Director, TEG Sport & Experiences....
Oct 7, 2021
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Swimming bodies applaud NSW Government’s early indoor pool opening change
The NSW Government’s decision to fast-track the reopening of indoor pools for an increased range of activities from Monday 11th October has been applauded by the swimming and...
Oct 7, 2021
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New Zealand Agricultural Show cancelled for second successive year
The New Zealand Agricultural Show - previously known as the Canterbury Agricultural and Pastoral Association (CAPA) - has been cancelled due to COVID-19 for the second...
Oct 7, 2021
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Google’s phasing out of its 'Reserve with Google' function offers huge potential for tourism
Wrapping up its 'Reserve with Google' (RwG) function, search engine giant Google is replacing it with a new pilot program called 'Things to Do', which offers huge potential for...
Oct 7, 2021
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Zoos Victoria invites comment on gondola attraction at Werribee Open Range Zoo
Zoos Victoria is inviting public feedback on its proposed Sky Safari gondola attraction planned for Werribee Open Range Zoo - part of an $83 million expansion of the tourist...
Oct 6, 2021
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Study ranks Wavegarden Cove as most energy efficient surf park technology
Global surf park developer and investor Aventuur, Inc has welcomed a new which ranks Wavegarden’s ‘Cove’ technology as the most energy efficient in the world. In a surf park...
Oct 5, 2021
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City of Newcastle agrees to back Newcastle Art Gallery expansion with further funding
City of Newcastle Councillors have agreed a shared commitment to the Newcastle Art Gallery expansion project with the Newcastle Art Gallery Foundation. Agreeing a Memorandum of...
Oct 3, 2021
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Whale Watching set to restart in Jervis Bay
With the NSW Government this week announcing easing of COVID restrictions, whale cruises are set to reopen, just in time for the peak of the migration season in Jervis Bay....
Oct 2, 2021
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2021 Perth Royal Show organisers delighted with attendance levels
Advising that the 2021 Perth Royal Show has been proving to be Western Australia’s “biggest ticket” over the past week, organisers have thanked all involved in making the event...
Oct 1, 2021
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Embed provides Integrated Cashless Solutions to Planet Royale in Perth
Embed, a global leader in the supply of point-of-sale and revenue management systems for the amusement industry, has provided integrated cashless solutions to new multi-venue...
Sep 30, 2021
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Experience Co to acquire Trees Adventure and TreeTops parks in $46.9 million deal
Adventure tourism company Experience Co has announced it will acquire the Treetops and Trees Adventure ropes course and zip line operators in NSW, Victoria, Queensland, Western...
Sep 30, 2021
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Merlin Entertainments prepares to reopen NSW attractions
In line with the NSW Government’s announcement allowing indoor entertainment venues to begin trading again once the state reaches its 70% vaccination target, Merlin...
Sep 30, 2021
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World’s tallest indoor coaster ride opens in Qatar
Indoor experiential theme park, Quest - located inside the Doha Oasis, Qatar - has announced the completion and soft opening of Epiq, the World’s Tallest Indoor Coaster....
Sep 30, 2021
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Merlin Entertainments 'confident' about future despite US$878 million loss in 2020
Global attractions operator Merlin Entertainments has said it is “confident” about the future despite a pre-tax loss of US$878 million loss in the year the pandemic struck....
Sep 28, 2021
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AALARA President defends Adventure World in enforcing ride weight restrictions
Shane McGrath, President of the Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA), has defended Perth’s Adventure World over allegations that methods used to...
Sep 28, 2021
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Media slams Perth's Adventure World over ride weight restrictions
Perth amusement park Adventure World has been slammed by major media outlets in sensationalist coverage over its managing of guest weight safety requirements when accessing...
Sep 27, 2021
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Queensland tourism industry to benefit from $70 million in joint Federal state grants package
The Federal and Queensland Governments have reached agreement to further target $70 million from the State and Federal Governments’ $600 million support package to boost support...
Sep 27, 2021
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Sydney’s leading attraction and tourism operators launch campaign encouraging advance bookings
Marking today's World Tourism Day (27th September), leading operators in Sydney’s attraction, hospitality and tourist sectors have united to launch the campaign - ‘the joy of...
Sep 27, 2021
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Rockhampton Council announces transformation of wet play area at Southside Memorial Pools
With the weather warming up, Rockhampton Regional Council has unveiled a transformation of the wet play area at its Southside Memorial Pool. Advising that the reopening will be...
Sep 27, 2021
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Immersive space attraction to be launched at ICC Sydney
M Live has announced the Sydney launch of ‘Neighbourhood Earth’ - an innovative and COVIDSafe immersive experience to be launched at ICC Sydney from 22nd November 2021....
Sep 26, 2021
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Neveplast innovation aims to transform artificial ski slopes sector
Leading global artificial ski slopes innovator Neveplast has introduced a new product aimed at revolutionising the sector. While Neveplast’ NP30 ALPINE surface simulates skiing...
Sep 26, 2021
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Tourism Council WA launches campaign encouraging vaccinations for summer peak
Tourism Council WA has launched a new campaign encouraging Western Australians to get vaccinated ahead of the summer peak travel period. The campaign, featuring real WA tourism...
Sep 26, 2021
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2026 opening date revealed for long delayed Guggenheim Abu Dhabi
20 years after the project was first announced, it has been revealed that the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi will open in 2026. First announced in 2026, the Frank Gehry-designed...
Sep 24, 2021
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