News: Tourism
Lions Series Fan Zone to be installed at Federation Square for festival of Rugby
40,000 British & Irish Lions rugby fans are expected to be in Melbourne for a week in July to experience world-class rugby, interactive live sites and free, family-friendly...
Jul 6, 2025
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Kestrel Nest EcoHut becomes first International DarkSky approved accommodation in Australia
The Kestrel Nest EcoHut, located located at Highfield Farm and Woodland in the Snowy Mountains region of NSW, has been identified by DarkSky International as a place with little...
Jul 6, 2025
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Yas Waterworld expansion now open to visitors
The Yas Waterworld waterpark on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island, is now officially open. Spanning 1.3 hectares, the all-new area invites guests to dive into a 'Lost City', a continuation...
Jul 3, 2025
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Kakadu National Park’s popular Gunlom destination reopens
One of Kakadu National Park’s most popular and photographed destinations - Gunlom, has today reopened - marking the first time the tourism drawcard has been accessible to the...
Jul 3, 2025
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Victoria Tourism Industry Council announces new Chief Executive
The Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) has announced the appointment of Lisa Patroni as its new Chief Executive, replacing the outgoing Felicia Mariani. A long-standing...
Jul 3, 2025
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Construction commences on immersive Serengeti Resort experience at Taronga Western Plains Zoo
Construction has commenced on the most ambitious development in Taronga Western Plains Zoo’s history - the immersive Serengeti Resort experience in Dubbo. Set across 55 hectares...
Jul 3, 2025
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Destination NT initiative launched to bring together tourism, events and hospitality sectors
The Northern Territory Government has launched a bold new initiative ‘Destination NT,’ aimed at bringing together the tourism, events and hospitality sectors in one dynamic,...
Jul 2, 2025
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Vietnam’s Anam Group harnesses AI technology to enhance guest experience
Luxury hospitality brand The Anam Group is breaking into unchartered territory in Vietnam’s hospitality industry having joined forces with a United States-based company to...
Jul 2, 2025
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Construction tender opens for Arnhem Land’s new Djómi Museum
With the design now complete of the new Djómi Museum project in Maningrida - one of the largest remote towns in the Northern Territory - a tender for construction of the museum...
Jul 2, 2025
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Nature-based tourism projects continue to be supported across South Australia
The $2 million Experience Nature Tourism Fund, administered by the South Australian Tourism Commission in partnership with the Department for Environment & Water and the South...
Jul 1, 2025
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Club Med marks 75th Anniversary with China its second-largest source market
Club Med, part of Fosun Tourism Group, has marked its 75th Anniversary in 2025 with global celebrations honouring its French heritage and the vacation lifestyle of ‘L'Esprit...
Jul 1, 2025
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Trip.com Group releases its latest Sustainability Report and quantifies carbon emissions data
Leading global travel service provider, Trip. com Group, has released its latest Sustainability Report which highlights the company's significant progress. The Group’s...
Jul 1, 2025
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Coral Reef expert takes on new global role after AIMS leader exit
Australian Institute of Marine Science (AIMS) Research Team Leader Dr Manuel Gonzalez-Rivero has been named the new Global Coordinator of the Global Coral Reef Monitoring...
Jun 30, 2025
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Raft of aquatic activations endorsed for Lake Macquarie
Surfing events are among the activations endorsed for Lake Macquarie following Council’s approved funding of 21 applications for a total of $75,004 under round one of the Event...
Jun 29, 2025
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Independent valuation of $145 million boosts Newcastle Art Gallery Collection
An independent valuation of $145 million places Newcastle Art Gallery as home to the most valuable public art collection in Australia outside of a capital city. This is an...
Jun 29, 2025
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Largest land addition secured for Northern Territory’s Litchfield National Park in 25 years
An historic purchase by the Northern Territory Government marks the largest addition of land to the Litchfield National Park estate in 25 years. The NT Government has secured...
Jun 29, 2025
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Funding approved for 137 projects celebrating Sydney's culture and creativity
The City of Sydney has approved a major funding boost of more than $4.5 million for 137 projects that will celebrate Sydney's culture and creativity, support the local economy,...
Jun 29, 2025
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2025 Rip Curl GromSearch Phillip Island to attract elite junior surfing back to Bass Coast Shire
As the final marquee junior event on the Surfing Australia Junior Series, the 2025 Rip Curl GromSearch Phillip Island presented by Bass Coast Shire Council will bring elite...
Jun 29, 2025
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Vivid Sydney calls for creatives from across globe to help shape 2026 program
The NSW Government, through Destination NSW, is seeking ideas from creators, producers, thought leaders and innovators from across the globe to help shape the 2026 program for...
Jun 28, 2025
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Upgrades commence on Wilsons Promontory’s Tidal River Visitor Centre
Upgrades have commenced on Wilsons Promontory’s Tidal River Visitor Centre to attract even more people to one of Victoria’s most popular national parks. Victorian Minister for...
Jun 28, 2025
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New commercial opportunities available for Yalbunullup Mountain Bike Trails precinct
The Western Australian Government is seeking registrations of interest from individuals and organisations to operate new businesses in the Yalbunullup Mountain Bike Trails...
Jun 27, 2025
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Tourism Research Australia adopts new domestic tourism data platform
For the first time in nearly 30 years, Tourism Research Australia (TRA) is adopting a new and innovative way of measuring domestic travel, with the rollout of the quarterly...
Jun 26, 2025
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Refreshed South Australia Tourism Plan 2030 released
A refreshed South Australia Tourism Plan 2030 has been released - reaffirming an ambitious goal to grow the State’s visitor economy to $12.8 billion and support a further 4,400...
Jun 26, 2025
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Eco-trail anticipated to elevate Central Australia tourism experience
Central Australia’s newest eco-trail - the 'Uluru-Kata Tjuta Signature Walk' - is anticipated to redefine outback adventure, offering a hiking experience along a 54km trail...
Jun 26, 2025
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