News: Tourism
New Zealand operators must adapt for Asia
The greatest opportunities to grow New Zealand's tourism industry lie in Asia but operators must adapt quickly to take full advantage, according to the Tourism Industry...
Jul 24, 2012
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Philippines poised as next growth market in Asian gambling
The recent announcement that Macau gaming firm Melco Crown Entertainment Ltd will invest as much as US$580 million in a new integrated resort and casino project in The...
Jul 23, 2012
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Conference brings outdoor recreation professionals together
The 2012 Outdoor Recreation Industry Council (ORIC) Conference is set to bring together outdoor recreation professionals and students for networking, professional development...
Jul 22, 2012
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Former Auditor-General named as new chair of Zealandia's interim board
Wellington City Council has confirmed new members of the Zealandia interim board with former Auditor-General Kevin Brady appointed chair. The Council sees that the appointment...
Jul 20, 2012
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Cruise ship fitness facilities fit for a Princess
Princess Cruises has unveiled state-of-the-art fitness facilities that will feature aboard their 3,600-passenger Royal Princess launching in June 2013. Stretching from decks 17...
Jul 20, 2012
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Conference research slams Australian tourism product
Australian holidays are perceived as being of low quality and bad value according to a presenter at this week's 2012 National Tourism & Events Excellence Conference. Gruen...
Jul 19, 2012
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Dreamworld and WhiteWater World thrilled with TripAdvisor ratings
Dreamworld and its sister water park, WhiteWater World are thrilled to have earned a place among the world's best attractions. Dreamworld has been awarded a rating of 4.0 and...
Jul 19, 2012
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Mission Hills Group takes lead in developing Chinese golf market
With predictions that the Chinese golf market is set for massive expansion, the Mision Hills Group is looking to drive the industry through a business model of offering golf,...
Jul 18, 2012
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Survey reveals Australia's favourite 'big things'
The Big Banana at Coffs Harbour in NSW has topped a poll of Australia's favourite 'big things'. The poll of 1,008 Australians, commissioned by TomTom, the supplier of in-car...
Jul 17, 2012
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TRC Tourism gets $1 million to improve visitor experiences in national landscapes
Consultancy firm TRC Tourism has been awarded a $1 million Strategic Tourism Investment Grant from the Government's T-QUAL Grants program to lead a consortium to prepare and...
Jul 16, 2012
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Thailand delivers visitor experiences for smart phones
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has introduced 'Lifestyle Thailand', a new smart phone application which highlights eight unique tourism experiences in the kingdom. TAT...
Jul 16, 2012
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International design firms masterplan Dubai's World Expo bid
A team of leading international architectural and design firms have been appointed to prepare a masterplan for the United Arab Emirates' (UAE) bid to host the 2020 World Expo in...
Jul 15, 2012
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Industry staff shortage looms as workers head to mines
An acute shortage of skilled labour in leisure and tourism, with many workers heading to the mining industry, where pay is much higher, is concerning Federal Minister for...
Jul 15, 2012
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DestinationQ Working Group announced
The Queensland Government has moved to deliver outcomes from its recent DestinationQ Forum, with a Post-Forum Working Group now established. Queensland Tourism Minister Jann...
Jul 14, 2012
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Stephen Gregg to Chair Tourism Queensland
Former Dreamworld and Tourism Queensland Chief Executive Stephen Gregg has been amed as the new Chair of Tourism Queensland. Queensland Tourism Minister Jann Stuckey announced...
Jul 13, 2012
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Work to commence at Wet'n'Wild Sydney
With developers Village Roadshow having approval to develop the Wet'n'Wild Sydney project, construction of the $80 million waterpark is expected to begin in early September....
Jul 12, 2012
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New Zealand to target international business events sector
Tourism New Zealand is to launch a new campaign aimed at the international business events market, leveraging off its highly successful 100% Pure New Zealand tourism campaign....
Jul 12, 2012
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Countdown to AFL Premiership match in Tropical North Queensland
The countdown is on for the AFL Premiership match to be played at Cairns' Cazalys Stadium this Saturday, 14th July. Events Queensland is reporting a strong response from fans...
Jul 12, 2012
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$1 million boost for Indigenous tourism on the Gold Coast
A showcase of Aboriginal culture and Australian wildlife will be established on the Gold Coast through a $1 million Strategic Tourism Investment Grant (STIG). Federal Minister...
Jul 12, 2012
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Asian heritage sites get UNESCO recognition
Cultural and environmental sites in Malaysia, China and India have been added to the UNESCO (United Nations Education, Scientific and Cultural Organisation) World Heritage list....
Jul 11, 2012
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Taronga Zoo signs supply and sponsorship deal with Fujifilm Australia
Fujifilm has announced that the Taronga Conservation Society of Australia (Taronga Zoo) had signed a new multi-year supply and sponsorship deal with the company. The deal comes...
Jul 11, 2012
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FreeSpirit wins EPIC Canberra park tender
Gold Coast based FreeSpirit Resort and Holiday Park Management Group has been awarded as the preferred tenderer for a new tourist accommodation development at Exhibition Park In...
Jul 11, 2012
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Western Australian Government says no to shark cage tourism
Western Australian Government to introduce regulations to rule out tourism ventures based on attracting sharks Western Australian Fisheries Minister Norman Moore has announced...
Jul 10, 2012
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More departures at Queensland events and tourism agencies
Events Queensland Chairman Geoff Dixon has reportedly resigned from his position, marking another departure of a senior events and tourism executive under the new Queensland...
Jul 7, 2012
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