News: Tourism
ATEC calls for forward analysis in regional tourism
Following the release of the latest Tourism Research Australia (TRA) report, Australian Tourism Export Council (ATEC) Managing Director, Felicia Mariani believes more analysis...
Apr 12, 2011
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Great Ocean Road earns a spot on National Heritage List
The Commonwealth Government has announced that Victoria's iconic Great Ocean Road will be placed on Australia's National Heritage List. It will become one of only 20 of the...
Apr 11, 2011
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'Evolving' ATE comes to a close
The Australian Tourism Exchange (ATE), which came to a close in Sydney today, will continue to evolve from a "bricks and mortar" travel trade show to an all-encompassing...
Apr 8, 2011
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Zoo becomes home to Perth's biggest Solar PV site
More than 300 solar panels have been installed across eight buildings at the Perth zoo, including the elephant barn, reptile enclosure and education classrooms, making the...
Apr 7, 2011
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Artists boycott Guggenheim Abu Dhabi project
More than 130 artists, curators and writers have signed a petition demanding that working conditions improve at the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi project. The Guggenheim's Abu Dhabi...
Apr 6, 2011
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NSW Tourism to benefit from new tourism/events body
NSW Tourism will benefit from the stronger focus on tourism and events under the one, autonomous body of Destination NSW, as announced in the Coalition Government's Tourism...
Apr 5, 2011
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Construction to begin at Shanghai Disney Resort
This Friday (8th April) will see the Walt Disney Company break ground on its new theme park and resort in Shanghai. After years of negotiations with the Chinese Government, the...
Apr 4, 2011
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Hyatt Regency Coolum Unveils Dune Beach Club
Hyatt Regency Coolum has added to its array of event locations with the unveiling of its new Dune Beach Club. With dramatic views of Mt Coolum and direct access to the broad...
Apr 3, 2011
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The 'Aussies' a welcome boost for Gold Coast tourism
The return of the DHL Australian Surf Lifesaving Championships 2011 to the Gold Coast's renowned Kurrawa beach from today (Saturday 2nd April) through until Sunday 10th April is...
Apr 2, 2011
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Merlin to open new attractions in Bangkok and Sydney
Having recently opened Madame Tussauds Bangkok the Merlin Entertainments Group is searching for a location to develop a Legoland Discovery Centre. Merlin Entertainments...
Apr 2, 2011
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New Owners have Big Plans for Timbertown Heritage Park
David and Alison Waite, the new owners of the Timbertown Heritage Theme Park near Port Macquarie, plan to expand the business, adding cabins and other accommodation. Having...
Apr 1, 2011
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Village Roadshow to Develop China theme parks
Village Roadshow is to use proceeds from the sale of its stake in broadcaster Austereo to develop theme parks in China. Having this week accepted Southern Cross Media Group's...
Apr 1, 2011
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Tree Top Walk continues to be a South-West tourism magnet
Western Australia's Valley of the Giants Tree Top Walk has drawn more than 2.6 million visitors since it opened in 1996, with new facilities expected to bring even more tourists...
Mar 31, 2011
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Trans-Tasman disasters bring new tourism bond
Travel agents and wholesalers from 40 countries will attend Australian Tourism Exchange next week and for the first time ever Tourism New Zealand (a traditional competitor) will...
Mar 30, 2011
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Dreamworld Launches White Lion Feeding Experience
Dreamworld has launched its most daring animal experience, The White Lion Feed. The Gold Coast theme park's brand new, highly interactive, exotic animal exhibit, The Lair, is...
Mar 29, 2011
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Queensland Councils share in $220 million to kickstart reconstruction effort
Queensland Premier Anna Bligh has announced that 18 disaster affected councils are to benefit from a $220 million injection of funding to kickstart reconstruction efforts. The...
Mar 26, 2011
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Perisher introduces revolutionary lift ticketing system
In a move set to radically improve the Australian skiing and snowboarding experience, the Perisher ski resort has announced plans to launch its new 'MyRide' ticketing system in...
Mar 25, 2011
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Sea World welcomes waddling new arrivals
Sea World has welcomed 12 additional King and Gentoo penguins to its newest animal exhibit 'Penguin Encounter'. The new penguins recently arrived from New Zealand and will make...
Mar 24, 2011
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Joint Chairmen for FutureNow
FutureNow, the training council for the creative and leisure industries in WA has announced the election of Barry Felstead, Chief Executive of the Burswood Entertainment Complex...
Mar 22, 2011
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WA Government funds Culture festival and Sports events during CHOGM 2011
A $2.45 million arts and culture festival will be staged in conjunction with the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in Perth this October. Western Australia will...
Mar 22, 2011
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TIANZ roadshow seeks Auckland tourism operators' priorities for new government
A Tourism Industry Association NZ (TIANZ) 'Creating Our Future' roadshow will be in Auckland tomorrow to hear the views of grassroots tourism operators on the state of the...
Mar 22, 2011
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TNQT shows sense of adventure in new course delivery
Tropical North Queensland TAFE (TNQT) is to pilot an exciting new approach to the delivery of outdoor leadership programs including the Certificate III and IV in Outdoor...
Mar 22, 2011
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New attractions needed to make Australians holiday at home
New products and experiences are needed to entice Australians to holiday at home, with new figures showing domestic holiday travel remains flat, according to peak industry body,...
Mar 18, 2011
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Queensland's tourism operators encouraged to sign a pledge
Queensland's tourism operators are being encouraged to sign a pledge as a reminder to offer their customers the best ever holiday experience as part of a new Tourism Queensland...
Mar 17, 2011
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