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Redevelopment of Rottnest Island Lodge gets approval to commence

A planned $40 million redevelopment of the Rottnest Island Lodge has been given approval to commence. Announced before Christmas, the approval conditional on an Aboriginal cultural…

Jan 10, 2022 Culture / Hospitality / Tourism /

Lack of consistency holding back Australians’ travel plans

Uncertainty over lockdowns, testing requirements and border closures is restricting the travel plans of Australians. A pre-Christmas poll by the Tourism and Transport Forum (TTF)…

Jan 10, 2022 ByJoe Cusmano Government / Safety / Tourism /

Universal Beijing Resort looks to second phase expansion with five new hotels

Universal Beijing Resort in China is to embark on the second phase of its development with a 22 hectare area of land being added to its footprint that will include up to five new hotels.…

Jan 8, 2022 Entertainment / Hospitality / Tourism /

Ballet, Symphony Orchestra and circus among performances to tour Regional Victoria

Grant recipients for the latest rounds of the Touring Victoria and Small Regional Presenters programs have been announced with this year’s program awarding grants of more than…

Jan 8, 2022 Arts / Culture / Entertainment / Finance / Tourism /

Intamin launches new single-rail rollercoaster at Luna Park Sydney

Leading global amusement ride manufacture Intamin has provided details of the launch of the world’s first launched single-rail rollercoaster at Luna Park Sydney. Named the…

Jan 7, 2022 Attractions / Entertainment / Tourism /

TRENZ Connect digital platform gets strong industry support

Launched at the end of September last year, the new TRENZ Connect digital platform, is getting strong support from both New Zealand tourism operators and international travel buyers.…

Jan 7, 2022 Events / Marketing / Technology / Tourism /

Victorian Government’s new COVID-19 density limits set to further impact entertainment and tourism businesses

The Victorian Government has reintroduced density limits for indoor venues aimed at reducing the accelerating spread of COVID-19. Reinstated from 11:59pm last night, the density limits of…

Jan 7, 2022 Entertainment / Government / Hospitality / Safety / Tourism /

Staff shortages impact Gold Coast’s lifeguard team and close Upper Coomera Aquatic Centre

The Gold Coast City Council is reported to be considering reducing patrol hours on its beaches as a result of its professional lifeguarding team being understaffed due to COVID-19…

Jan 7, 2022 Aquatics / Recreation / Safety / Tourism /