News: Waterparks
Xiamen Guanyinshan Fantasy World open new waterpark attractions
Chinese amusement park Xiamen Guanyinshan Fantasy World has open six new rides and attractions including a 400 metre-long 'water roller coaster'. The major visitor attraction,...
Jun 3, 2012
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100 million visit Asian theme parks in 2011
Having crossed the 100 million mark in attendance for the first time in 2011, Asia now represents a third of the global visitor attractions market. According to the annual...
May 30, 2012
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South Hedland Aquatic Centre development to feature artificial surf wave
The $10.5 million upgrade and redevelopment currently underway at the South Hedland Aquatic Centre is set to transform the facility into a state-of-the-art aquatic facility and...
May 30, 2012
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Poseidon launches detection system for wave pools
Poseidon Technologies, the world's leading computer aided anti-drowning detection system, has adapted its technology so that it can now be used in wave pool environments....
May 23, 2012
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Chimelong Expands with China's First Family Python waterslide
Guangzhou's Chimelong Waterpark is undergoing further expansion with China's first Family Python waterslide, as well as an Extreme River attraction. By day, the Family Python's...
May 22, 2012
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Arabian Gulf Hotel Show awards recognise The Address Dubai Mall
The inaugural Middle East Hotel Awards have recognised The Address Dubai Mall as offering the 'Best Fitness & Leisure Facilities within a hotel'. Located at the heart downtown...
May 20, 2012
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IAAPA announces Asian Attractions Expo Trade Show Floor sold out
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has announced that exhibition space on the Asian Attractions Expo (AAE) 2012 trade show floor has sold...
May 18, 2012
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Yas Island waterpark to open by year end
The highly anticipated Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi is set to open its doors only in the fourth quarter of 2012. The US$163 million water park, developed by Abu Dhabi real estate...
May 17, 2012
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AALARA 2012 set to bring industry leaders together
The 2012 Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) conference is set to commence on the Gold Coast on Monday, presenting four days of learning and...
May 11, 2012
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Faecal contamination in swimming pools linked to rise in gastro bugs
Cryptosporidial gastroenteritis is on the rise in Australia and faecal contamination of swimming pools is largely to blame, according to a biochemist at Murdoch University....
May 8, 2012
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Standards Australia develops guidance for aquatic inflatables
Standards Australia is planning to release an interim Australian Standard for aquatic play inflatables as of 1st July. The Standard is being developed by Standards Australia's...
May 2, 2012
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Economic benefits of Mackay's Bluewater Lagoon
Mackay's popular Bluewater Lagoon generates an estimated $5 million in economic benefits to the Mackay region annually, according to a social and economic study conducted by...
Apr 26, 2012
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PolySoft presents landscape and aquatic surfacing solutions
Representing a major breakthrough in soft surfacing technology for playgrounds and aquatic facilities, the new PolySoft surfacing solution represents the culmination of years of...
Apr 24, 2012
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Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre completion delayed
Completion of a major redevelopment of the Moree Artesian Aquatic Centre (MAAC) in northern NSW has been delayed by floods that have affected the area. Although the Centre has...
Apr 23, 2012
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Neptune-Benson announces new Defender Filter installations in Australia
Neptune Benson, the leading manufacturer of filtration systems for aquatic centres, waterparks and aquatic life support, has announced five new installations of their award...
Apr 18, 2012
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WhiteWater West to equip Abu Dhabi's Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi
The WhiteWater West waterpark company has announced that it has been commissioned to supply and manufacture 12 of 14 complexes for the highly anticipated Yas Waterworld in Abu...
Apr 17, 2012
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WA Health Department releases guidance on faecal incidents in public swimming pools
The Western Australian Department of Health has released environmental health guidance on how to respond to 'faecal incidents' in public swimming pools in Western Australia. The...
Apr 5, 2012
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Tim Batt Water Solutions offers BECS Technology Pool Controllers
Siemens Aquatic distributor, Tim Batt Water Solutions (TBWS), has also been made exclusive distributor in Australia and New Zealand for the BECS Technology range of commercial...
Apr 4, 2012
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Polin to supply waterslides for Pattaya waterpark
Turkish waterslides manufacturers Polin have been appointed the official waterslide supplier for the new Cartoon Network Amazone waterpark, currently under construction close to...
Apr 2, 2012
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Wave Loch gains validation in long running Patent suit
Artificial surfing wave manufacturer Wave Loch has announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has upheld its patent infringement claim against rival...
Mar 26, 2012
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YMCA Swimathon raises more than $100,000 to help Australians in need
Hundreds of swimming enthusiasts across the country helped to raise in excess of $100,000 to fund YMCA charitable programs in their local communities as part of the inaugural...
Mar 17, 2012
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Al Ain opens surf pool in the desert
The Gulf Emirate of Al Ain has welcomed Wadi Adventure, the Middle East's first man made white water rafting, kayaking and artificial surf facility. Located at the base of Jebel...
Mar 15, 2012
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High Tech solutions for low, income generating queues
With theme parks, waterparks and a range of attractions continually striving to grow their business, queuing times can be a major obstacle to maintaining a high level of guest...
Mar 13, 2012
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Massive discounts on Super Pass costs at Village Roadshow Theme Parks
Village Roadshow Theme Parks are offering heavily discounted unlimited theme park entry passes for use until 30th June 2012. A 'Buy 3 get 1 FREE' offer on the Village 'Super...
Mar 11, 2012
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