News: Environment

Partnership between Centara and SCG Energy paves the way for ‘Smart Hotels’ across Thailand

Thailand's leading hotel operator - Centara Hotels & Resorts - has formalised a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with SCG Cleanergy Company Limited - a service provider of solar…

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Oct 11, 2023 Environment / Hospitality / Technology / Tourism /

 
 

Outrage over Chimelong Theme Park’s captive Orcas

The Chimelong Theme Park located in Zhuhai, China - designed to appear like a giant spaceship - has softly launched its offerings and attractions. However, while the indoor theme…

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Oct 10, 2023 ByKaren Sweaney Attractions / Environment / Tourism / Waterparks / Zoos /

 
 

Upgrades completed on Otways’ Forrest Mountain Bike Trail

A $2.1 million investment by the Victorian Government along with $250,000 from Colac Otway Shire Council has seen the completion of major works on the Forrest Mountain Bike Revitalisation…

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Oct 10, 2023 Environment / Recreation / Sport / Tourism /

 
 

Auckland Council secures land to expand and protect Botanic Gardens

Auckland Council has paid $12.37 million for 1.6 hectares of land on Hill Road in Manurewa to extend the Auckland Botanic Gardens and protect access to this treasured park. Mayor Wayne…

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Oct 9, 2023 Environment / Parks / Recreation /

 
 

Christchurch’s hosting of UN climate conference in 2025 welcomed by education, environmental and tourism organistaions

The University of Canterbury in Christchurch will be hosting the 8th Adaptation Futures Conference (AF2025) in 2025 - part of the United Nations World Adaptation Science Programme (WASP).…

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Oct 9, 2023 Culture / Education / Environment / Events / Tourism /

 
 

NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service survey lists top 10 visited national parks

The NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service 2022 Park Visitor Survey shows the top 10 visited national parks in NSW with Blue Mountains National Park retaining its top spot. The Survey…

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Oct 9, 2023 Environment / Parks / Recreation / Tourism /

 
 

PATA Chair says tourism faces threats of climate change and geopolitical unrest

Peter Semone, Chair of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), has delivered a sobering message to delegates at the PTM Forum, held this week in conjunction with PATA Travel Mart…

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Oct 8, 2023 Environment / Government / Tourism /

 
 

European Commission confirms restrictions on uses of microplastics

In a move likely to impact the use of rubber infill on playground surfaces and artificial sports fields worldwide, the European Commission has announced the implementation of its proposed…

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Oct 7, 2023 ByNigel Benton Environment / Play / Sport / Surfaces / Technology /

 
 

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