News: Tourism
2011 Airshow set to Celebrate Aviation History
The Australian International Airshow and Aerospace & Defence Exposition have announced that the Avalon 2011 Airshow will celebrate the 90th Anniversary of the Royal Australian...
Feb 25, 2011
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Double-digit tourism growth for Asia and the Pacific in 2010
Tourism arrival numbers for Asia and the Pacific rose by 11% in 2010 according to preliminary tourism arrival statistics released by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA)....
Feb 24, 2011
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Battlestar Galactica to boost Genting Singapore profits?
The reopening of the Battlestar Galactica rollercoaster at the Universal Studios Singapore theme park is expected to boost the profits of owners Genting Singapore. Genting may...
Feb 23, 2011
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Rare monkey returns to Symbio Wildlife Park
A rare monkey has been returned to his home at a Wollongong wildlife park, almost nine months after he was stolen from his cage. Rico, a cotton-top tamarin, was removed from his...
Feb 23, 2011
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Oceanworld Manly unveils 'miraculous' baby Eagle Rays
Oceanworld Manly has unveiled 12 healthy Southern Eagle Rays born under incredible circumstances. Placed on display to public for the first time yesterday morning (Monday 21st...
Feb 22, 2011
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Australia Zoo struggles without Steve Irwin
News.com websites are reporting that Australia Zoo is in trouble amid claims of debt and mismanagement. Last month Australasian Leisure Management reported that 22 staff had...
Feb 21, 2011
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Lego Debuts at Sydney Attractions
A year long Lego exhibition has opened at the Sydney Wildlife World and Sydney Aquarium. The exhibition, 'Lego models on the Loose' features 25 giant Lego models made up from...
Feb 21, 2011
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Ocean Park Welcomes 100 millionth Guest
Ocean Park's one hundred millionth guest since inception walked through the Park's new entrance on Friday. The history-making guest (Leung Wai-man, visiting the Park with his...
Feb 21, 2011
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Treble Cone introduces computerised ticketing and new services for 2011
The 2011 ski season at Lake Wanaka's Treble Cone resort will see the introduction of a new computerised ticketing system and double shift grooming to enhance the customers'...
Feb 20, 2011
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Tourism Queensland postpones campaign launch
Tourism Queensland has decided to postpone its major marketing campaign for the year, saying it would wait for the "dust to settle" following the spate of natural disasters...
Feb 17, 2011
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Ocean Park reaches capacity through Chinese New Year
Visitors to Ocean Park Hong Kong in the first three days of the Chinese New Year increased 30% compared to the same period last year. Among that total 40% were locals and 55%...
Feb 14, 2011
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New Funding to Boost NSW Tourism
The commitment of an additional $45 million in tourism funding will help to develop and reposition New South Wales as a premier tourism destination, according to peak industry...
Feb 11, 2011
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Sand disappears at famous Thai beach
Thailand's famous Pattaya beach is losing its sand at a rate of nearly two metres a year. The eastern Thai city, a popular resort offering beaches, watersports and nightlife, is...
Feb 10, 2011
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Western Australia's biggest show cave reopens
Western Australia's Augusta Jewel Cave has been reopened - and is now sparkling more than ever following a multi-million dollar polish. During the past year, a $3.1million...
Feb 10, 2011
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Tourism Australia Changes leave Top Jobs Vacant
Tourism Australia has announced a series of structural change to its management team to align itself to the 2020 Tourism Industry Potential plan launched at the Directions...
Feb 10, 2011
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Coffey Commercial Advisory to enter tourism, retail and gambling markets
The recent employment of Kyle Johnston to the Coffey Commercial Advisory (CCA) team, means the consultancy can now cater to the tourism, retail and gambling markets. Johnston...
Feb 9, 2011
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Transforming Singapore's Tourism and Leisure Landscape
Leisure and recreation developments have helped to transform Sentosa into a premier leisure destination, according to Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister Teo Chee Hean Speaking at...
Feb 9, 2011
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'Operation Recovery' launched to aid weather affected tourism business
Ecotourism Australia has launched Operation Recovery to assist Ecotourism certified businesses get back to business after the natural disasters in Australia. Ecotourism...
Feb 8, 2011
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Sumo tournament cancelled as corruption scandal escalates
In an unprecedented move, Japan's spring sumo tournament has been cancelled in response to the sport's biggest ever match-fixing scandal. 14 wrestlers and coaches are alleged to...
Feb 8, 2011
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Waterfront development to boost Auckland
Redevelopment of Auckland's waterfront will generate $4.29 billion in extra jobs and investment by 2040, a new report says. The PricewaterhouseCoopers report launched by...
Feb 8, 2011
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Pakistan cricket trio face corruption charges in UK
Three Pakistan cricket team members and an agent are to face corruption charges according to the United Kingdom's Crown Prosecution Service. Mohammad Amir, Salman Butt and...
Feb 5, 2011
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South East Coast Resorts to boom in 2011
Victorian tourism is expected to boom in 2011 according to search data from holiday rental accommodation website TakeABreak.com.au. The Bays and Peninsulas region in the state's...
Feb 4, 2011
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Sentosa's Battlestar Galactica roller coaster to reopen
After almost a year of closure, Universal Studios Singapore's Battlestar Galactica rollercoaster will resume operations on 21st February. Channel NewsAsia has reported that...
Feb 3, 2011
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NRL Star arrested amid betting scandal
NSW Police have revealed that Canterbury Bulldogs player Ryan Tandy has been arrested for allegedly providing false evidence to a law enforcement agency during the course of an...
Feb 3, 2011
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