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Dreamworld announces new King Claw ride

Gold Coast theme park Dreamworld has revealed a new ride from international attractions manufacturer Intamin that will replace its popular The Claw. Announced overnight during...

Tasmanian Parliament hears that cost of three-storey car park excluded from budget for new Hobart Stadium

The cost of building an underground car park inside Hobart's planned AFL stadium has not been factored into its cost estimate, a Tasmanian parliamentary hearing has been told....

Perisher forced into early closure for 2024 Season

After a challenging ski season, Perisher - Australia's largest Ski Resort - has announced that with more warm temperatures and rain predicted, today will be the last day of...

Pavigym hosts global distributor meeting

Leading gym flooring solutions and interactive fitness technology Pavigym is currently hosting their annual international distributor meeting at the company’s headquarters in...

AFL issues warning to fans over black market grand final tickets

The AFL has warned fans to be vigilant around buying grand final tickets after advising that thousands of official barcodes were “illegally downloaded” in a digital security...

Shanghai Disney to introduce new guest identity policy

In a bid to prevent “illegal commercial activities”, Shanghai Disney Resort is set to introduce a new real-name ticketing policy that, by the end of this year, will require...

NSW Visitor Economy generates $52.9 billion in expenditure

NSW is celebrating another record-breaking year for its visitor economy, with total visitor expenditure reaching a new high of $52.9 billion with the state achieving the status...

Inaugural ABEA Conference to feature leading strategists and thinkers

The Australian Business Events Association’s 2024 Conference will feature leading strategists and thinkers, bringing different perspectives on future trends and organisational...

Swimly provides water safety skills and helps overcome aquaphobia

Swimly’s Head Coach Jason Cram, along with a dedicated team, are addressing the alarming rise in deaths due to drowning by providing adults with essential water safety skills...

Tourism NT looks to strengthen connection between Aboriginal Territorians and tourism industry

Aboriginal cultures are central to the Northern Territory’s identity, and the campaign launched this week by Tourism NT - ‘Sharing your culture with visitors’ - is aimed at...

Lismore Regional Gallery to reopen following $5 million restoration

Lismore Regional Gallery will reopen to residents and visitors on Friday after the completion of a multi-faceted restoration project jointly funded by the Federal and NSW...

Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay promotes Toowoomba to the world

A major international marketing promotion has seen the Toowoomba Region feature in a two-month 850m2 pop-up display at Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay to commemorate this year’s...

NSW Government looks to create 2027 Netball World Cup legacy

The NSW Government has announced $1.5 million funding for a Legacy Program to support the 2027 Netball World Cup as well as a new Netball Infrastructure Strategy. The Legacy...

Evolt raises $20 million in new capital to drive international expansion

Fitness technology company Evolt has raised $20 million in fresh capital to drive international growth ahead of a potential stock market listing. The Gold Coast-based company,...

Newly elected Northern Territory Government invests in Alice Springs sporting facilities

The newly elected Northern Territory Government is investing in improving sporting facilities in Central Australia. The government has awarded a $903,923 contract to Harrison...

Themed Entertainment Association spotlights individual Masters for 2024

The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) through their ‘TEA Masters of Their Craft’ program honours and recognises the achievements of individuals - the creators, managers,...

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NSW Government removes ‘5km Club rule’

The NSW Government has scrapped the antiquated rule that prevents people living within five kilometres of a Club from signing in without first becoming a member. Under current...

Turkey’s AQUAFUN exhibition to attract aquatic, pool and water entertainment professionals

With Turkey sitting where Asia and Europe come together, the 2025 AQUAFUN is to focus on increasing its claim as a transcontinental gathering for the aquatic, pool and water...

SCTA attracts over 400 registrations for SWIMCON24

SWIMCON24 has closed on the Sunshine Coast with exhibitors and more than 400 delegates coming together for Australia’s premier conference for swim coaches and teachers, aquatic...

Former Telstra Chief Executive appointed as new Chair of Visit Victoria

Visit Victoria has appointed former Telstra Chief Executive, Andrew Penn, as its new Chair - with Penn to replace current Chair Janet Whiting from 30th September 2024, who will...

Asbestos advocates concerned over James Hardie’s Parramatta Eels sponsorship

The Parramatta Eels are being urged to reconsider its decision to accept a multi-year sponsorship deal from former asbestos manufacturer, James Hardie Industries. With the NRL...

Upgrades underway on City of Logan’s Beenleigh Aquatic Centre

City of Logan has advised that works are now underway on the $23.1 million Beenleigh Aquatic Centre upgrade, south east of Brisbane. The 50-metre, eight-lane swimming pool, is...

Sydney’s Old Merchant House transforms into Halloween Horror venue

BBR Group, a leading Australian event, PR, and digital company, is transforming the Old Merchant House in Sydney at The Rocks into a multi-level pop-up club with DJs takeovers,...

Surf Life Saving Australia launches sixth edition of Women’s Mentoring Program 

Surf Life Saving Australia has launched the sixth edition of its national Women’s Mentoring Program which pairs mentees and mentors from across Australia in order to develop and...

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