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Busselton’s Australian Underwater Discovery Centre aims for 2023 opening

Designs and details of what will be Australia's largest natural marine observatory have been released with an expectation that the new Australian Underwater Discovery Centre, to be…

Apr 27, 2021 Attractions / Design / Environment / Tourism /

New Zealand tourism industry looks to futureproofing

Next week’s TRENZ Hui conference, which is set to prepare the New Zealand tourism industry for the return of international visitors, has reached capacity with more than 700 tourism…

Apr 27, 2021 Attractions / Events / Marketing / Tourism /

2021 Sydney Royal Easter Show welcomes 800,000 attendees over its 12 days

The Royal Agricultural Society of NSW has revealed remarkable attendance levels for the 2021 Sydney Royal Easter Show, welcoming 800,000 people to the event over its 12 days - becoming the…

Apr 23, 2021 Attractions / Entertainment / Events / Safety /

Former Nazi’s name removed from Mt Hutt ski attractions

New Zealand ski field Mt Hutt has reportedly removed references to a former Nazi military officer from its attractions. Management at the Canterbury ski field Mt Hutt have removed the…

Apr 23, 2021 Attractions / Recreation / Tourism /

AALARA’s first Roadshow event addresses key industry issues with update on moves to establish discretionary mutual fund

The first in a series of three industry Roadshow events presented by the Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) has seen presentations and discussions on a range…

Apr 22, 2021 Attractions / Entertainment / Events / Insurance / Tourism /

Ardent Leisure promotes Greg Yong as Theme Park Division Chief Executive

Ardent Leisure Group has announced the appointment of Greg Yong, its current Chief Operating Officer, as Chief Executive of its theme parks and attractions division. Yong will take over…

Apr 21, 2021 Attractions / Entertainment / Finance / Technology / Tourism /

Victorian Government releases $633 million ‘roadmap’ funding to boost tourism and major events

Today’s Victorian Tourism Conference has seen the state’s Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events, Martin Pakula announce a “roadmap” that will help boost the…

Apr 21, 2021 Attractions / Events / Finance / Government / Tourism /