News: Attractions
Fabrication nears completion for Gold Coast’s recently named ‘Wonder Reef’
Fabrication is nearing completion for the Gold Coast’s dive attraction - the recently named 'Wonder Reef' - reflecting its unique design as Australia’s first floating dive site....
Jun 9, 2021
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Gumbuya World presents the community with golden pheasant statue naming opportunity
Victorian attraction Gumbuya World, is celebrating a brand-new pheasant exhibition and is giving the community a chance to name its famous 20-metre long golden pheasant statue....
Jun 9, 2021
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South Australian team to lead significant upgrade on Cleland Wildlife Park
The South Australian Government has selected an award-winning South Australian-based architecture, landscape and interpretive team to lead a substantial upgrade at Cleland...
Jun 9, 2021
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Gold Coast Seaway promenade enhances destination for locals and tourists
A new 700 metre promenade along the south wall of the Gold Coast Seaway at The Spit is now open, offering unobstructed views south along the city’s coastline, north to the...
Jun 8, 2021
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NSW Government's popular Dine & Discover initiative extended to 31st July
With more than 4.23 million people having downloaded the Dine and Discover vouchers since they were launched in March 2021, the NSW Government is extending the initiative by a...
Jun 8, 2021
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Sydney Harbour's Seahorse hotel expansion marks World Oceans Day
In recognition of World Oceans Day (8th June), a collaborative effort has seen 18 new Seahorse Hotels placed underwater in Sydney Harbour to provide vital housing for the next...
Jun 7, 2021
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Victorian Government announces $32 million support package for lockdown impacted tourism businesses
The Victorian Government has announced a $32.2 million support package for the state’s tourism industry during its fourth lockdown. The extended lockdown has come at the worst...
Jun 7, 2021
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Invercargill City Council’s Splash Palace investment generates rising visitation
An anticipated rise in user numbers at Invercargill’s Splash Palace has eventuated as people flock to the facility’s new hydroslide complex. Invercargill City Council invested...
Jun 7, 2021
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Sunshine Coast Agricultural Show returns to Nambour Showgrounds
Following COVIDSafe planning and event layout adjustments, the Sunshine Coast Agricultural Show is back this year at Nambour Showgrounds from 11th -13th June. Sunshine Coast...
Jun 6, 2021
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Staff shortages set to impact opening of Luna Park Sydney’s new rides
Set to unveil its largest refurbishment since 1935 in time for the upcoming school holidays, Luna Park Sydney is struggling to find staff who will operate the nine new rides....
Jun 4, 2021
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Warner Bros. Movie World commences festivities to mark 30th Anniversary
Warner Bros. Movie World on the Gold Coast unveiled a new three-metre-tall Bronzed Bugs Bunny statue in the Fountain of Fame this morning to celebrate its 30th Birthday. Movie...
Jun 3, 2021
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Mon Repos Turtle Centre to soon be powered almost entirely by renewable energy
The Mon Repos Turtle Centre and conservation park - one of Queensland’s most popular tourism destinations - will soon run almost entirely off renewable energy with the...
Jun 3, 2021
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Monarto Safari Park Director receives UNESCO Achievement Award for role in conservation
Peter Clark, Director of Monarto Safari Park, has had his conservation career spanning nearly 50 years recognised with a UNESCO Achievement Award. Zoos SA is celebrating this...
Jun 2, 2021
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Polin Waterparks announce new Operations Director
Polin Waterparks have appointed a new Operations Director - Koray Özbulut - who has been working as Production and Innovation Director at Polin Waterparks since 2018. Özbulut...
Jun 2, 2021
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Connect&GO launches all-in-one platform Konnect for the attractions industry
Known for its smart wristbands used in major events such as the Olympic Games and the Superbowl, Connect&GO – a global leader in RFID technology based in Canada - has announced...
Jun 1, 2021
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Theme park tickets and airline rewards offered as incentives for vaccination uptake
Airline tickets, staycations, and theme park deals are among the potential free offerings from business sectors looking to boost vaccination rates. With plans for Hong Kong’s...
Jun 1, 2021
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Visit Sunshine Coast appoints new Head of Marketing
Visit Sunshine Coast has announced the appointment of Kelly Ryan - a highly experienced tourism marketer - to the key role of Head of Marketing. Ryan will commence her new role...
Jun 1, 2021
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Royal Adelaide Show facing event with smaller crowds and fewer carnival rides
Planning for the 2020 Royal Adelaide Show in September, organisers are facing having to put a daily cap on crowd numbers while the crisis impacting carnival ride operators will...
May 31, 2021
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Fun Planet indoor entertainment centre reopens in Shepparton
Go karts, laser tag and arcade games will be returning to Shepparton when the Fun Planet family entertainment centre reopens this week after being closed for more than 12...
May 30, 2021
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Adventure Park Geelong to stage new winter festival through school holidays
Victorian water theme park, Adventure Park, is set to introduce an immersive winter-themed family festival to the Geelong region these July school holidays. Featuring snow,...
May 30, 2021
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SEA LIFE Kelly Tarlton’s Aquarium calls for volunteers to help clean Mission Bay Beach
Folllowing World Oceans Day on Tuesday 8th June, a group of Auckland (Ōrākei) businesses and community groups led by the Mission Bay Business Association and SEA LIFE Kelly...
May 29, 2021
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Art Processors help WA Museum Boola Bardip tell ‘many stories’
Experiential design consultancy Art Processors has advised how it has assisted the new WA Museum Boola Bardip in creating a database-integrated site-wide digital platform and...
May 29, 2021
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KristallTurm aerial adventure park on track to open in Rotorua for summer
A world-class adventure attraction is set to be developed in Rotorua, bringing a unique offering that will complement the region’s existing tourism landscape. Tourism...
May 28, 2021
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Shanghai Disneyland trial enhancement of facial recognition technology
Shanghai Disney Resort is the latest Disney theme park to test facial recognition technology, after a similar trial at Magic Kingdom in Florida. Starting the trial operation...
May 26, 2021
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