News: Waterparks
Jamberoo Action Park development gains conditional approval
NSW's Joint Regional Planning Panel has approved a $25 million expansion at Jamberoo Action Park, despite objections from residents and Kiama Municipal Council. The Panel gave...
Jul 18, 2011
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Dempsey to leave Ardent Leisure Group
Ardent Leisure Chief Executive Noel Dempsey had resigned from his role with the group, which owns Gold Coast attractions Dreamworld, WhiteWater World and Skypoint, and will...
Jul 8, 2011
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IAAPA's Asian Attractions Expo 2011 a Success in Singapore: 2012 event heads to Hong Kong
A record-breaking trade show floor, sold-out special events, packed education sessions, and a strong turnout from serious buyers marked the continued growth and success of last...
Jun 29, 2011
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Asian Attractions Expo 2011 Opens
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has opened its 2011 Asian Attractions Expo. Being held at the Resorts World Sentosa Convention Centre in...
Jun 22, 2011
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Asian attractions bounce back amid mixed global theme parks performance
Rebounding economies and a surge of visitors from mainland China, fueled by a change in tourist visa policies, have helped strong performance in Asian theme parks in 2010....
Jun 20, 2011
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MAF to expand entertainment venues throughout the Middle East
United Arab Emirates (UAE) conglomerate Majid Al Futtaim (MAF) Holdings plans to launch three entertainment complexes in Egypt, Jordan and the Emirate of Fujairah. The company...
Jun 11, 2011
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Royal Life recommends Aquatic Signage Upgrades
The Royal Life Saving Society Australia (RLSSA) is recommending that aquatic facilities upgrade their signage in accordance with the new Australian/New Zealand Standard...
Jun 2, 2011
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Ardent parks embraces indigenous culture
After more than a year of planning, Gold Coast theme parks Dreamworld and WhiteWater World have introduced a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), believed to be a first in an...
May 25, 2011
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SA Aquatic and Leisure Centre looks forward to 2012 Olympic trials hosting
The YMCA is welcoming Swimming Australia's announcment that the South Australian State Aquatic and Leisure Centre, which it manages, has won the rights to host the London...
May 25, 2011
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IAAPA announces Asian Attractions Expo highlights
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has revealed details of Asian Attractions Expo (AAE) 2011, the largest attractions industry trade show...
May 23, 2011
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New Waterplay slide activity centres embody form, function and fun
After months of field research and strategic design, aquatic play pioneer Waterplay Solutions Corp. is releasing an exciting line of slide activity centres that are being...
May 21, 2011
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Be part of the World's Largest Swimming Lesson
Aquatic facilities around the world still have the chance to participate in this year's World's Largest Swimming Lesson (WLSL) event. The event, to be held on Tuesday 14th June...
May 19, 2011
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WhiteWater flags Australia projects at AALARA Exhibition
Waterpark experts WhiteWater West have showcased several of their recently completed waterpark and play projects at this week's AALARA Trade Show on the Gold Coast. The...
May 12, 2011
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Peet joins Malaysia's Themed Attractions and Resorts
Kuala Lumpur-based Themed Attractions Resorts & Hotels Sdn. Bhd has announced the appointment of Steve Peet as its Chief Operating Officer. Themed Attractions Resorts & Hotels...
May 12, 2011
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Rob Bradley passes AALARA Presidency to Village Roadshow's Tony Lines
Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) President Robert Bradley has vacated the AALARA Presidency, passing the role on to Tony Lines, Human Resources...
May 11, 2011
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MSAC to get its FlowRider
The Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (MSAC) is to install a Wave Loch FlowRider artificial surf wave attraction, with the installation set to open in November. Victorian...
May 11, 2011
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AALARA Board Elects Tony Lines as New President
The management board of the Australian Amusement Leisure & Recreation Association Inc (AALARA) has elected Tony Lines as its new President effective today (Wednesday 11th May...
May 11, 2011
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Amusement industry converges on the Gold Coast
Hundreds of representatives from the Australian amusement and recreation industries will head to the Gold Coast next week to discuss the business of having fun. Held over four...
May 6, 2011
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WhiteWater announces first Zoo Installation
One of the USA's most beloved zoos, the Audubon Zoo in New Orleans, has launched WhiteWater's first aquaplay installation in a North American zoo. A new splash park, the 'Cool...
Apr 30, 2011
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Skycoaster Takes Off at Wet'n'Wild!
Gold Coast waterpark Wet'n'Wild Water World has launched its latest attraction, Skycoaster, just in time for the Easter long weekend. Rising more than 53 metres above the...
Apr 21, 2011
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Asian Attractions Expo 2011 Program Released
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has released the program for its Asian Attractions Expo 2011. To be held at the Resorts World Convention...
Apr 19, 2011
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New wave of water attractions unveiled at DEAL
Water attractions look set to remain popular leisure options in the Middle East as more suppliers look to enter the market. Water was just one of the themes flowing through the...
Apr 11, 2011
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Standing surf wave simulator a reality
Swimplex Aquatics are set to release the Latitube, a standing surf wave simulator that captures the rush, velocity and intensity of a barrelling wave. Unlike other simulators...
Apr 6, 2011
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Village Roadshow to Develop China theme parks
Village Roadshow is to use proceeds from the sale of its stake in broadcaster Austereo to develop theme parks in China. Having this week accepted Southern Cross Media Group's...
Apr 1, 2011
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