News: Environment
$3.3 million revamp for Brisbane’s Daisy Hill Koala Centre
South East Queensland wildlife tourist attraction Daisy Hill Koala Centre will undergo a major revamp in time for the 2018 Commonwealth Games. Announcing the 10-year project,...
Jun 11, 2017
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Record breaking opening weekend at Mount Hotham
The combination of natural and mountain-made snow has ensured that Victorian ski resort Mount Hotham has enjoyed its best opening weekend since 2012. Early season snowfall and...
Jun 11, 2017
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PATA reaffirms support for Paris Climate Change Accord
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is reasserting its commitment to sustainable development across the entire spectrum of travel and tourism with a renewed pledge to...
Jun 11, 2017
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Alpine Safety on the agenda In Christchurch
Commencing later this week, the Southern Hemisphere Alpine Conference (SHAC) aims to provide a platform for people interested in alpine snow environments to collaborate on...
Jun 11, 2017
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Western Australian Government looks to expand Swan Valley tourism
The Western Australian Government is to back the development of the Swan Valley as tourism precinct through a co-ordinated approach from Tourism WA, the City of Swan, local...
Jun 8, 2017
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SEA LIFE Melbourne celebrates World Oceans Day to spread important message
Marking World Oceans Day today, the SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium is using the campaign raise awareness about reducing single-use plastic around the world. The Penguin Playground...
Jun 7, 2017
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Victorian ski resort Falls Creek ready for season opening
With snow having been falling on Falls Creek’s slopes since April, the resort is now ready for its 2017 season, ready to open for the Queen’s birthday long weekend on Saturday...
Jun 7, 2017
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Australia celebrates record international visitor spending
International tourists are staying longer and spending more when they visit Australia, and venturing out of the capital cities while they’re here, according to the latest...
Jun 7, 2017
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Fitness First launches indoor triathlon training ground in the Philippines
Fitness First Asia has launched an indoor triathlon training ground at its club in Bonifacio Global City, Philippines. The first-ever indoor triathlon training ground in a...
Jun 6, 2017
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Volunteers hit the trails in Dunedin
A new partnership between the Dunedin City Council and the Department of Conservation is giving people the chance to connect with nature, pick up some new skills and help the...
Jun 5, 2017
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UN report shows challenges in protecting the Great Barrier Reef
Queensland is struggling to meet its water quality targets for the Great Barrier Reef, according to a new report from the United Nation's World Heritage Committee. The...
Jun 4, 2017
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Dreamworld announces winter promotions and reconciliation activities
Gold Coast theme park Dreamworld has announced a series of initiatives to boost visitation through the winter months, including special offer passes and late night openings....
Jun 2, 2017
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Snow falls prompt early season opening for Perisher
With 20cm of snow hitting Perisher's slopes last night, fantastic snowmaking conditions and more snow predicted over the coming days, NSW alpine resort Perisher will be starting...
Jun 1, 2017
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New Zealand tourism industry backs bird conservation report
New Zealand’s tourism industry is throwing its support behind efforts to preserve the country’s unique bird species. A new report by the Parliamentary Commissioner for the...
May 31, 2017
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$1.2 million City of Melbourne backing for Urban Forest Fund
In the second major City of Melbourne initiative in the past five days focusing on extreme heat, Melbourne Lord Mayor Robert Doyle has announced that the Council will allocate...
May 30, 2017
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Scenic World achieves new record with one million visitors in a year
NSW Blue Mountains attraction Scenic World welcomed its one millionth visitor for the operating year over the weekend, marking an exciting milestone for the family-owned...
May 29, 2017
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Whales gathering at Head of Bight for Australian calving season
The first southern right whales have arrived at South Australia’s Head of Bight, marking the beginning of what is expected to be another bumper whale watching season. Two whales...
May 29, 2017
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Perth Zoo to assess orangutan security after pair escape
Perth Zoo has dismantled part of its orangutan enclosure after two of the animals escaped at the weekend. Five-year-old male Sungai was hanging from recently installed overhead...
May 29, 2017
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Dubai's Wild Wadi waterpark to be relocated to new man-made island
Iconic Dubai waterpark Wild Wadi, one of the United Arab Emirate's signature leisure attactions, is to be relocated to a new man-made island next to the landmark Burj Al Arab...
May 28, 2017
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Great Barrier Reef seagrass recovering from Cyclone Yasi
An increase in the number of baby dugongs on the Great Barrier Reef suggests seagrass ecosystems are recovering well after recent flood and cyclone events. A James Cook...
May 28, 2017
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Budget a disappointment for New Zealand recreation industry
The New Zealand Recreation Association (NZRA) has expressed concern about announcements in yesterday’s New Zealand budget, saying the decision not to spend more on recreation is...
May 25, 2017
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Prime Minister Turnbull inspects Australian Innovative Systems’ Brisbane base
Australian Innovative Systems’ (AISystems) has been able to display its innovation and manufacturing excellence in commercial and residential water disinfection technology to...
May 25, 2017
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Outdoor Recreation Consortium gets certainty of funding
The Outdoor Recreation Consortium, which has been lovingly restoring and maintaining huts and tracks in New Zealand's remote backcountry, is being given certainty of funding for...
May 25, 2017
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Centennial Parklands awarded for driving towards a digital future
Centennial Parklands has been recognised for leading the way in creating on-demand, high-quality content to meet the ever-changing needs of its visitors and online audiences....
May 25, 2017
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