News: Environment
New partner brings food and beverage expertise to Phillip Island Nature Parks
Phillip Island Nature Parks has commenced a partnership with Delaware North that will see the global service and hospitality company operate food and beverage operations across...
Jul 12, 2017
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Elephant tourism exploitation report identifies offenders
A new report by international animal welfare organisation World Animal Protection into the use of elephants in tourism alleges that more than three quarters of nearly 3,000...
Jul 12, 2017
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More accolades for ICC Sydney
The International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney) has received national and international recognition with a pair of significant awards. Opened at the end of 2016, the...
Jul 12, 2017
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Auckland island awarded rare international dark sky sanctuary status
Great Barrier Island, located 90 kilometres from Auckland, has become the first island in the world to be designated an International Dark Sky Sanctuary by the International...
Jul 8, 2017
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New funding aids Taronga Western Plains Zoo
New funding from the NSW Government will help Taronga Western Plains Zoo complete its planned Pridelands African Lion savannah project. The allocation of $7.5 million towards...
Jul 3, 2017
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PATA maintains leadership in sustainable tourism practices
The Bangkok headquarters of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has retained its EarthCheck Silver-level Sustainability Certification for a second consecutive year. The...
Jul 3, 2017
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Australian Reptile Park provides second chance for orphan joey
The plight of an orphaned wallaby joey being cared for at the Australian Reptile Park has generated massive social media interest over the past week. Rejected by its mother, the...
Jul 2, 2017
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First Black Run opens in Australia at Mt Hotham
Mt Hotham, Victoria’s highest resort, became Australia’s ski resort to have a black diamond run open for the 2017 winter season. Opened on Saturday morning, Heavenly Valley and...
Jul 2, 2017
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Safety call after latest Mt Taranaki death
The death of another young climber on Mt Taranaki has led to calls for a dedicated alpine trained ranger to be stationed permanently on the landmark. Mountaineer Ivan Bruce said...
Jul 2, 2017
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New Cairns Aquarium selects CENTAMAN as POS and ticketing provider
In preparation for its opening in September, the new Cairns Aquarium has selected CENTAMAN to provide ticketing and point of sale (POS) solutions to manage the aquarium’s...
Jul 2, 2017
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Dreamworld launches after dark thrill experience
Dreamworld’s inaugural Park After Dark event has given guests the opportunity to take evening rides on five of the theme park’s thrill rides with the option of being...
Jun 29, 2017
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Australia's oldest Sumatran tiger Kemiri euthanased at Adelaide Zoo
Australia's oldest Sumatran tiger has been euthanased by vets at Adelaide Zoo because of age-related conditions. Kemiri, aged 22, has been treated for arthritis and kidney...
Jun 29, 2017
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SeaWorld Entertainment releases inaugural corporate responsibility report
US-based marine attractions company SeaWorld Entertainment Inc. has released its inaugural 2016 Corporate Responsibility report providing an overview of its mission to provide...
Jun 28, 2017
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Voice of the visitor to guide new walks partnership
The Department of Conservation (DOC) and Tourism New Zealand (TNZ) have joined forces to promote a range of short and day walks. Combined research by the two organisations that...
Jun 27, 2017
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Steve Irwin honoured with star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
The late Steve Irwin has been selected to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his outstanding contribution to the entertainment industry through his wildlife...
Jun 22, 2017
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Gumbuya Park to undergo $50 million redevelopment
Plans to regenerate Victorian wildlife attraction Gumbuya Park into a ‘world-class’ destination - with a waterpark, bush resort and improved facilities - have been revealed....
Jun 22, 2017
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Star gazing tours and new pools are ‘hot’ attractions at Tekapo Springs
The introduction of star gazing tours combined with the launch of new pools have put Tekapo Springs firmly on the global tourism map. Star gazing tours in one of the world’s top...
Jun 21, 2017
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World Heritage Committee report confirms global action required to save reefs
A World Heritage Committee draft report on climate change and coral bleaching released this week confirms global action is needed to address a major problem affecting coral...
Jun 20, 2017
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Luxury ecotourism development approved for Christmas Island
A luxury ecotourism lodge - the first such eco-accommodation allowed inside any of the Commonwealth national parks which include Uluru, Kakadu and Norfolk Island - has been...
Jun 19, 2017
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Queenstown’s Coronet Peak ski field ready for weekend opening
Coronet Peak, Queenstown’s closest ski field, is set, as planned, to open tomorrow (Saturday 17th June), with something for everyone from non-skiers and novices to those with...
Jun 15, 2017
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Record numbers take to New Zealand’s national walking trail
Record numbers of people took to the Te Araroa Trail over the summer season, with some sections of the national trail recording more than double the number of walkers...
Jun 15, 2017
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Disastrous South African drought impacts fitness clubs
The worst drought in a century is forcing the most stringent water restrictions ever implemented for Cape Town, South Africa's second largest city, and having a major impacting...
Jun 13, 2017
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Wellington ecosanctuary Zealandia wins conservation education award
Wellington attraction Zealandia has taken home a prestigious Green Ribbon Award in the Leadership in Communication and Education' category. Run by New Zealand’s Ministry for the...
Jun 13, 2017
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Empyrean Lighting illuminates USC Stadium
The Sunshine Coast Lightning’s home performances in the inaugural season of the Suncorp Super Netball tournament are being illuminated by 76 highly efficient LED lights...
Jun 12, 2017
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