News: Tourism
Mineral Springs Master Plan announced for Victoria
Mineral springs are already a budding tourism attraction for Victoria, with visitors drawn to their history and wellbeing benefits. The Victorian Government has announced the...
Jul 14, 2025
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Environment
Pounamu Tourism Group acquires Leisure Tours and appoints new General Manager
New Zealand’s successful rail tourism business Pounamu Tourism Group, continues its growth trajectory with the acquisition of long-serving tour operator, Leisure Tours -...
Jul 14, 2025
Tourism
NRMA Parks and Resorts invests in Pumphouse Point retreat to add premium enhancements
Investment in Tasmania’s award-winning Pumphouse Point, situated within the ancient myrtle forests at Lake St Clair will deliver two new premium Retreats in late July offering...
Jul 14, 2025
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Bendigo Art Gallery’s Frida Exhibition attracted over 100,000 domestic and international visitors
Bendigo Art Gallery’s exclusive ‘Frida Kahlo: In her own image’ attracted 105,135 domestic and international visitors. The exhibition was secured by the Victorian Government and...
Jul 14, 2025
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Arts
Fraser Island’s traditional name K'gari officially associated with its global recognition as World Heritage site
Queensland’s Fraser Island - the world's largest sand island – has had its traditional name, K'gari, officially associated with its global recognition as a World Heritage site,...
Jul 14, 2025
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Environment
Stardome Observatory and Planetarium names new Chief Executive
Auckland’s Stardome Observatory and Planetarium has announced the appointment of Kelly Bewley as its new Chief Executive. A key member of the Stardome team since 2021, when he...
Jul 14, 2025
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Technology
Mountain Bike Community launches manifesto in Canberra
The mountain biking (MTB) community is uniting for change with the official release of the MTB Merimbula Manifesto. Developed from the insights and priorities of more than 130...
Jul 14, 2025
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Recreation
New Fan experiences revealed for 2026 Perth Sail Grand Prix
The inaugural Oracle Perth Sail Grand Prix presented by KPMG will be offering multiple viewing options and fan experiences for the new sailing event in January 2026. Supported...
Jul 14, 2025
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Entertainment
BIG4 Holiday Parks achieves major milestone with 300 locations stretching across Australia
BIG4 Holiday Parks has announced a major milestone with 300 holiday parks now stretching across Australia. This landmark figure includes an array of offerings from coastal...
Jul 14, 2025
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Recreation
Tourism Australia and Trip.com Group sign agreement to boost Chinese tourism to Australia
Tourism Australia and Trip. com Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that promotes Australia as a premier destination for Chinese tourists as well as visitors...
Jul 13, 2025
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Tourism
Significant expansion of Nilpena Ediacara National Park to boost tourism and biodiversity
Nilpena Ediacara National Park, South Australia’s newest national park - treasured for its collection of fossils containing Earth’s earliest complex animal life - will expand by...
Jul 13, 2025
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Parks
Merlin Entertainments Chief Executive confident about China's theme park market
Merlin Entertainments Chief Executive Fiona Eastwood is encouraged that Asia's attractions market, and particularly in China, is showing positive signs of growth. Talking to...
Jul 13, 2025
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Retail
Vietnam steps up global branding efforts with moves toward new national image strategy
A major seminar on international communication, ‘Positioning Vietnam - Promoting the National Image in the New Era’, has brought together key government, media and communication...
Jul 11, 2025
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Tourism /
Government
Abu Dhabi’s Zayed National Museum on track for December opening
The Abu Dhabi Media Office has advised that the Zayed National Museum will open in December. A key attraction in Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Cultural District - which houses one of the...
Jul 11, 2025
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Attractions
RedBalloon launches 'Best Of RedBalloon Guaranteed' category
RedBalloon - Australia’s leading gifting and experiences marketplace – has launched a new and exciting category - the ‘Best Of RedBalloon Guaranteed’ - reinforcing its...
Jul 10, 2025
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Retail
Hornsby community invited to offer input on initiatives to boost tourism
Hornsby Shire Council is inviting community to have their say on the draft Destination Management Plan 2025–2030 which sets out a strategic vision to grow and enhance the...
Jul 10, 2025
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Entertainment
China's Harbin plans to launch summer edition of its renowned Ice-Snow World attraction
Harbin, capital of China's Heilongjiang Province, is planning to launch a summer edition of its renowned Ice-Snow World attraction in 2025. The expansion will introduce five...
Jul 10, 2025
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Entertainment
Popularuty of New Zealand’s Great Walks boosts tourism growth
New Zealand Department of Conservation has spotlighted a significant boost in the number of people booking bed nights along the country’s Great Walks with NZ Conservation...
Jul 9, 2025
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Parks
World Heritage orders full review of Great Barrier Reef as Australia falls short in its protection
Australia continues to fall short across a number of areas in its protection of the Great Barrier Reef leading UNESCO's World Heritage Committee to order a full review of...
Jul 9, 2025
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Environment
Saltwater Eco Tours adds pioneering equipment to improve accessibility
Multi-award-winning Sunshine Coast cruise operator, Saltwater Eco Tours, has added new canoe tours to its products, including pioneering equipment to enable wheelchair users and...
Jul 9, 2025
Tourism /
Access /
Recreation
Landmark partnership sees Tourism Western Australia back 2026 and 2030 UniSport Nationals
UniSport Australia has revealed a new partnership with Tourism Western Australia that will see Perth host the 2026 and 2030 editions of the UniSport Nationals. The commitment...
Jul 9, 2025
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Government
NSW National Parks staff join tour operators to spotlight need for safe distances when whale watching
With humpback whales undertaking their annual migration, NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) have teamed up with professional tour operators to help remind the...
Jul 8, 2025
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Parks
RISE 2025 initiative to empower women in hospitality and tourism sectors
A powerful new initiative – ‘RISE 2025 – Reshaping Hospitality by Empowering Women’ is launching in Phuket this August aimed at elevating and empowering women in the hospitality...
Jul 8, 2025
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Hospitality /
Education
New Zealand’s growing business events sector looks to recruit young talent
Workforce growth is predicted for New Zealand's business events sector with skilled staff crucial to its success – as revealed in a new industry survey from Business Events...
Jul 7, 2025
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Venues