News: Waterparks
2018 World's Largest Swimming Lesson involves more than 700 waterparks, pools and swim schools
The organisers of the 2018 World's Largest Swimming Lesson (WLSL) event have revealed that more than 700 waterparks, pools and swim schools in 29 countries took part in the...
Jul 8, 2018
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New faces for AALARA Board
Following its recent AGM, the Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) has announced the appointment of industry executives Greg Yong and Brad Loxley to...
Jul 4, 2018
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Village Roadshow sells Wet'n'Wild Sydney to Spanish attractions operator
Village Roadshow has offloaded its Wet'n'Wild Sydney waterpark to Spanish attractions operator Parques Reunidos for a reported up-front purchase price of $40 million. Agreed as...
Jul 1, 2018
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Abu Dhabi developers look for Yas Island to become top global leisure destination
With large-scale and high-profile projects underpinning the growth of tourism in the United Arab Emirates, Miral, the developer of Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island, is aiming for the...
Jun 25, 2018
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Environmental watchdog sees no ‘significant’ impacts with Perth surf park plan
Proponents of the URBNSURF surf park development on the foreshore of the Swan River at Perth’s Alfred Cove are free to submit a development application to the City of Melville...
Jun 21, 2018
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Wibit equips world’s first Ninja Warrior Aqua Park
Leading aquatic inflatables manufacturer Wibit Sports has fused its aquatic play technology with the increasingly popular Ninja Warrior sports entertainment competition at the...
Jun 19, 2018
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Cartoon Network announces plans for Bali waterpark and indoor entertainment centre
Turner Asia Pacific and Indonesian real-estate and hospitality investment company, The MAJ Group have announced plans for a Cartoon Network branded waterpark and indoor...
Jun 17, 2018
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Chinese waterpark boosts Village Roadshow performance: Ardent completes bowling division sale
Since opening its Wet‘n’Wild Haikou waterpark on the Chinese island of Hainan at the end of April, Village Roadshow Ltd’s [ASX:VRL] share price has increased by 20%. Having...
Jun 12, 2018
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WhiteWater and Life Floor enter exclusive agreement to deliver non-slip cushioned surfaces
Leading waterpark supplier WhiteWater West has announced a partnership with Life Floor to deliver Life Floor’s patented flooring system to aquatic facilities around the world....
Jun 8, 2018
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Asian Attractions Expo to present latest industry innovations and trends in Hong Kong
Set to be staged from 5th to 8th June at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, the 2018 Asian Attractions Expo (AAE) will see over 300 companies showcase their latest...
May 31, 2018
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New Chief Executive appointed at Northern Territory Department of Tourism and Culture
Simonne Shepherd has been named as the new Chief Executive of the Northern Territory’s Department of Tourism and Culture. Announcing the appointment, Northern Territory Minister...
May 24, 2018
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Two drown in wave pool incident at Indian waterpark
Two youths have drowned, and one is fighting for life in hospital, after an incident in a wave pool at the Krazy Castle Aqua Park in the Indian city of Nagpur on Sunday. Reports...
May 23, 2018
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Northern Territory Government announces EOI for Darwin waterpark
The Northern Territory Government has released a preferred site nominated and Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the development of major waterpark in central Darwin. Northern...
May 21, 2018
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Perth’s Aloha Surfhouse ‘devastated’ by ongoing delay with provision of barrel wave settings
Having proven popular since opening in the Perth suburb of Joondalup in January, the operators of the Aloha Surfhouse indoor wave pool facility are growing frustrated at not...
May 18, 2018
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Historic levels of growth in global theme park industry in 2017
Visitation rises to Disney attractions, theme parks in China and indoor/family entertainment centres drove historic levels of growth for the theme park industry in 2017,...
May 17, 2018
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Dubai Parks and Resorts welcomes 45% rise in visitors in 2018
Dubai-based theme park and attractions operator DXB Entertainments has reported a 45% increase in visitor numbers in the first quarter of the tyear. Having been battling...
May 14, 2018
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Rising costs impact plans for Darwin waterpark
The Northern Territory Government’s plans to attract private sector investors to develop an international standard waterpark in Darwin has been hit by a threefold rise in costs....
May 10, 2018
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Waterplay releases new elements in Kaleidoscope aquatic play collection
Leading international aquatic play solutions company Waterplay® Solutions has launched a new lineup of aquatic play products in its Kaleidoscope Collection for splash pads,...
May 10, 2018
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Significant growth predicted for tourism on China’s Hainan Island
Stakeholders from Hainan’s tourism industry have reacted positively to recent measures announced by Chinese President Xi Jinping that support the opening up of China’s tropical...
May 10, 2018
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Focus on attractions safety at 2018 AALARA Conference
The 2018 Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) 2018 Conference has opened on the Sunshine Coast with presentations covering the industry’s commitment...
May 8, 2018
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Coffs Harbour’s Big Banana preparing for future with reduced passing trade
The Federal Government’s 2018/19 budget allocation of $970 million for a bypass redirecting the Pacific Highway around the city of Coffs Harbour is likely to have a significant...
May 8, 2018
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New waterpark set to open on Dubai beachfront
A new waterpark at Dubai beachfront development La Mer is set to open this week. The Laguna Waterpark, under development by Dubai’s Meraas, featuring five main rides, a pool...
May 6, 2018
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Growing Australasian interest in Piscine Global Europe event
Piscine Global Europe, the leading swimming pool and wellness event, will open its doors to aquatic industry professionals from across the global swimming pool industry from...
May 2, 2018
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Myrtha Pools equips new aquatic playground and waterslides for P&O cruise ship
Myrtha Pools has demonstrated the versatility of its suite of aquatic industry products with the completion of an exciting waterpark with slides and a children’s aquatic...
May 1, 2018
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