News: Attractions

Autumn 2024 opening date announced for URBNSURF Sydney

The team behind URBNSURF Sydney has announced that they are on target for the new attraction to open in the autumn of 2024. With the pandemic having caused a series of setback to the…

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Jun 28, 2023 Attractions / Sport / Tourism /

 
 

Stuart Smith appointed as new Director General of Western Australia DBCA

Western Australian Environment Minister Reece Whitby has welcomed Stuart Smith as the new Director General of the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions…

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Jun 28, 2023 Attractions / Environment / Parks / Zoos /

 
 

State Library Victoria welcomes record number of visitors in past year

The State Library Victoria has welcomed a record-breaking 2,071,251 visitors in the past 12 months with 79% of visitors under 35 years old, and 51% culturally and linguistically diverse.…

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Jun 27, 2023 Arts / Attractions / Education / Tourism / Venues /

 
 

Galapagos Tortoises relocated to quieter space at Taronga Western Plains Zoo

With Galapagos Tortoises being quite sensitive to noise, and with construction of the Taronga Western Plains Zoo’s new Platypus Rescue HQ  located right next to the tortoise…

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Jun 27, 2023 Attractions / Education / Environment / Zoos /

 
 

Port Macquarie visitor attraction up for sale

Closed since 2002, the former Fantasy Glades fantasy-themed attraction in Port Macquarie is up for sale. With its medieval-style castle and a selection of themed small cottages on the…

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Jun 26, 2023 Attractions / Retail / Tenders / Tourism /

 
 

Merlin Entertainments looks to Asian expansion

Merlin Entertainments, the world’s second largest operator of themed attractions after Disney, is on a “mandate to grow”, according to recently appointed Chief Executive…

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Jun 26, 2023 Attractions / Entertainment / Retail / Tourism / Zoos /

 
 

WAZA to implement new operational plan

The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) has unveiled a new strategic plan and vision. Working with the global community of zoos and aquariums to promote the best practices in…

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Jun 26, 2023 Attractions / Environment / Zoos /

 
 

Dreamworld’s Giant Drop reopens as Big Red Planes ride takes off

The Giant Drop, one of the signature rides at Gold Coast theme park Dreamworld, has reopened after a 14-month refurbishment program. One of Dreamworld’s best-known high thrill theme…

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Jun 25, 2023 Attractions / Entertainment / Tourism /

 
 

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