News: Waterparks
IAAPA reveals recommendations for closing and reopening theme parks impacted by COVID-19
With many attractions and theme parks having closed globally to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has...
Mar 28, 2020
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AALARA releases COVID-19 Action Plan
The Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) is equipping members and attractions industry stakeholders with resources, including a COVID-19 Action...
Mar 24, 2020
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Coronavirus Update: City of Melbourne ‘cleaning blitz’, Dreamworld food donations, Gumbuya World and MCA closures - 24th March 2019
Gymnastics Victoria has advised that gymnastics clubs across the state have ceased operating "for the foreseeable future". Sydney's Museum of Contemporary Art Australia closed...
Mar 24, 2020
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Gold Coast theme parks ‘temporarily close’ in reaction to Coronavirus crisis
Gold Coast theme parks Dreamworld, WhiteWater World, Warner Bros. Movie World, Sea World and Wet’n’Wild Gold Coast, along with Paradise Country and Topgolf, are to temporarily...
Mar 23, 2020
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Gold Coast theme parks to remain open as Coronavirus fears lead to international closures
As theme parks around the world close over Coronavirus fears, the Gold Coast’s theme parks are to remain open. Australia’s major parks, Dreamworld, Warner Bros. Movie World, Sea...
Mar 15, 2020
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Life Floor gains growing recognition as preferred safety surface for splash pads and pool surrounds
Since being introduced to the Australian market in 2016, Life Floor has gained increasing recognition for its performance and a growing list of significant installations....
Mar 15, 2020
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East Asian theme parks remain closed as others continue to operate during Coronavirus crisis
While theme parks in China, Hong Kong and Japan have closed in the wake of the spread of Coronavirus, theme parks in other locations remain open. With more than 100,000...
Mar 11, 2020
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Aquatic facilities react to Coronavirus fears
The rapid spread of the Coronavirus and the illness it causes - COVID-19 - has sparked alarm worldwide. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a global health...
Mar 8, 2020
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Surfing Victoria to host URBNSURF wave pool event
Surfing Victoria have announced that the first wave pool surfing event in Australia will be the Melbourne Pool Party presented by URBNSURF this coming 15th March. Surfing...
Mar 1, 2020
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Indian amusement parks generate more than 30 million annual visits
With attendances at Indian amusement and theme parks having grown to attract more than 30 million annual visits, the sector will be marking its achievements over the next three...
Feb 25, 2020
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AALARA highlights Australian theme parks' ongoing safety commitments
In the wake of today’s release of the Coroner’s report into the fatalities of four guests riding Dreamworld's Thunder River Rapids Ride tragedy in October 2016, the Australian...
Feb 23, 2020
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IAAPA shares resources on Coronavirus outbreak
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has compiled a range of resources for members regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. IAAPA has...
Feb 17, 2020
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BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park opens landmark new aquatic attraction
BIG4 Gold Coast Holiday Park has opened its new multi-million-dollar aquatic attraction to the public offering 40 interactive play features, including one of the largest splash...
Feb 8, 2020
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Dreamworld enjoys successful peak season
Having struggled since the Thunder River Rapids tragedy of 2016, reports indicate that Dreamworld has enjoyed a successful summer season with crowds heading back to the Gold...
Feb 7, 2020
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ProSlide to showcase water ride innovation at Saudi Entertainment and Amusement Show 2020
Global water ride manufacturing and design ProSlide Technology Inc. will be exhibiting at the Saudi Entertainment and Amusement Show 2020. Being held in the Saudi Arabian...
Jan 30, 2020
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Polin Waterparks launch world's largest Bowl water slide
Polin Waterparks, a global industry leader in design, engineering, manufacturing and installation of waterparks and water play attractions, has launched the brand-new Time Rider...
Jan 30, 2020
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Plans revealed for surf wave park at golf resort in outer Western Sydney
Ambitious plans for a surf wave park at a golf club on the banks of the Hawkesbury River in outer Western Sydney, utilising wave-generating technology from USA-based company...
Jan 30, 2020
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Tourism Council WA happy with Western Australia's best summer but fears challenges ahead
The Western Australia tourism industry is experiencing its best summer season ever, with an industry survey revealing business activity has grown by 5%. The Tourism Pulse...
Jan 29, 2020
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15 new attractions to look forward to in Asia in 2020
With Asia on track to be the world's largest theme park and tourism market, a range of new attractions are set to open this year, ranging from all new museums, theme parks and...
Jan 25, 2020
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Private equity group BGH Capital submits rival bid for Village Roadshow
Village Roadshow has received a $770 million takeover offer from private equity group BGH Capital, sparking a potential bidding war for the entertainment group after rival...
Jan 23, 2020
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South east Queensland deluge closes Dreamworld, Movie World and Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
Torrential rain falling across south east Queensland overnight has cut highways, flooded roads and caused Dreamworld, Warner Bros. Movie World and Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast to...
Jan 18, 2020
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Hong Kong’s Ocean Park reveals future vision as adventure-themed attraction
Hong Kong theme park Ocean Park has unveiled a comprehensive blueprint for the future that aims to create an adventure-themed resort destination with a focus on nature,...
Jan 16, 2020
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Logan City Council delivers innovative $3.2 million aquatic playground
Logan City Council has partnered with Flagstone developer Peet Limited to deliver a $3.2 million aquatic facility to the booming suburb of Flagstone. Facilities at the Flagstone...
Jan 12, 2020
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Sun Group opens world-class waterpark off Vietnam’s south coast
Vietnam’s premier developer of theme parks and entertainment complexes, Sun Group, has officially opened the Aquatopia Water Park on Hon Thom island off the country’s southern...
Jan 3, 2020
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