News: Waterparks
Jamberoo Action Park partnership with Nola looks to revolutionise guest experiences
Looking to provide its guests with an enhanced experience - spending more time on rides and less time in queues - Jamberoo Action Park has partnered video analytics software...
Aug 9, 2023
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Applejack named as Food and Beverage Partner for URBNSURF Sydney
Leading Sydney-based hospitality group Applejack Hospitality has announced a food and beverage partnership with the new URBNSURF Sydney. Founded in 2011 by Hamish Watts and Ben...
Jul 29, 2023
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Life Floor completes retrofitting of safety surface for aqua play zone at Yawa Aquatic Centre
Leading aquatic facility safety surface provider Life Floor has announced the completion of a new floor for the aqua play zone at the Yawa Aquatic Centre on the Mornington...
Jul 25, 2023
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World's largest wave pool and surf park set to open in Abu Dhabi before end of 2023
Referring to the project as being set to deliver the “the biggest and most advanced artificial wave facility in the world”, the Abu Dhabi Media Office has advised that Surf Abu...
Jul 14, 2023
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Water-based attractions revived across Japan
Theme parks across Japan are reintroducing water-based features this summer following the downgrading of COVID-19 to Category V. Hirakata Park Water Wonderland 'The Boon' in...
Jul 10, 2023
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Ardent Leisure revenues exceed pre-COVID levels
For the first time in six years Ardent Leisure is set to record positive earnings result for the full financial year, with unaudited revenue of $83.9 million tracking 25% above...
Jul 9, 2023
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City of Salisbury unveils final design for new aquatic centre
The City of Salisbury in metropolitan Adelaide has released the final design for its planned news aquatic centre for public view. Aiming to provide aquatic, fitness and...
Jul 4, 2023
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2022 Financial Report shows Merlin Entertainments back to pre-pandemic performance
Global attractions giant Merlin Entertainments financial report for 2022 has revealed that the group’s revenues grew 59% and visitation rose 30% in the last year - performance...
Jun 29, 2023
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Water World Ocean Park hosts World’s Largest Swimming Lesson
Water World Ocean Park has made history as the first Hong Kong host for internationally acclaimed water safety event the World's Largest Swimming Lesson (WLSL). Held on 22nd...
Jun 24, 2023
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14th Annual World's Largest Swimming Lesson underway today
Coordinated by the World Waterpark Association, the 14th Annual World's Largest Swimming Lesson™ is taking place today, 22nd June, in 18 countries with tens of thousands of...
Jun 21, 2023
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Easter visitation performance drives Ardent Leisure recovery
Advising that it has enjoyed its “busiest Easter in several years”, theme park operator Ardent Leisure has advised of strong income growth rates for the calendar year. The owner...
Jun 21, 2023
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Roller software appoints USA-based Chief Operating Officer
Aiming to support its ongoing expansion, Melbourne-based attractions management software company Roller has recently expanded its leadership team in the USA with former director...
Jun 19, 2023
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Applications open for IAAPA 2024 Board of Directors
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has served as a leader in the global attractions industry for over 100 years, and this would not have...
Jun 7, 2023
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Principal IAAPA executives to address IAAPA Expo Asia 2023
Staging its IAAPA Expo Asia 2023 at Singapore’s Marina Bay Sands from 13th to 16th June, the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has released...
Jun 3, 2023
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Aventuur moves closer to delivering a sustainable Wavegarden surf park in the north of Auckland
Aventuur - a global creator of integrated surf park developments and the company behind a world-class surf park in Perth - has announced it is a step closer to delivering a...
May 29, 2023
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Hastings District Council to invest $2.4 million in upgrades at Splash Planet Hawke's Bay
Hawke’s Bay water amusement park Splash Planet is to undergo significant upgrades and equipment replacements ahead of opening for summer in mid-November this year. Hastings...
May 24, 2023
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Asian theme park performance recovers with revenues exceeding 2019 levels
Theme parks in Asia are recording revenues exceeding 2019 levels, recovering from the impact of the pandemic when attendance plunges. Advising that the resurgence is part of a...
May 18, 2023
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Raging Waters Sydney's Ros Pullen becomes new AALARA President
Ros Pullen, General Manager at Sydney's Raging Waters waterpark, has this week taken up the role of President of the Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association...
May 11, 2023
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Donovan Payne Architects appointed to design City of Wanneroo’s new Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre
The City of Wanneroo has appointed Perth-based Donovan Payne Architects to design the new Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre (AARC). Donovan Payne Architects have been...
May 11, 2023
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Viva Leisure growth continues in March quarter
Viva Leisure Limited has announced impressive results for the March quarter of the current financial year with record revenue of $13 million for March 2023, an increase in...
May 7, 2023
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Counting down to 2023 edition of the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson
The organisers of the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson are currently preparing for the 14th edition of the global event - due to be held on Thursday 22nd June. Aquatic facilities...
May 2, 2023
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City of Logan approves new splashpad at Logan North Aquatic Centre
The City of Logan has approved the addition of a new splashpad at Logan North Aquatic Centre enabling the community’s youngest residents to join in the aquatic fun. The...
Apr 26, 2023
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New Splash Park being considered to replace Ballarat’s Brown Hill Outdoor Pool
A new aquatic splash park precinct is being considered by the City of Ballarat to replace the existing Brown Hill Outdoor Pool. Council will consider adopting the Brown Hill...
Apr 24, 2023
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Thailand Amusement and Attraction Parks Expo set for October return
The organisers of the Thailand (Bangkok) Amusement and Attraction Parks Expo (TAAPE) have advised that the event will be returning this year at Bangkok’s Impact Exhibition and...
Apr 23, 2023
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