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Star gazing tours and new pools are ‘hot’ attractions at Tekapo Springs

The introduction of star gazing tours combined with the launch of new pools have put Tekapo Springs firmly on the global tourism map. Star gazing tours in one of the world’s top…

Jun 18, 2017 Attractions / Environment / Tourism /

Queenstown’s Coronet Peak ski field ready for weekend opening

Coronet Peak, Queenstown’s closest ski field, is set, as planned, to open tomorrow (Saturday 17th June), with something for everyone from non-skiers and novices to those with multiple…

Jun 16, 2017 Environment / Recreation / Tourism /

Record numbers take to New Zealand’s national walking trail

Record numbers of people took to the Te Araroa Trail over the summer season, with some sections of the national trail recording more than double the number of walkers anticipated. The…

Jun 15, 2017 Environment / Recreation / Tourism /

Disastrous South African drought impacts fitness clubs

The worst drought in a century is forcing the most stringent water restrictions ever implemented for Cape Town, South Africa's second largest city, and having a major impacting on…

Jun 14, 2017 Aquatics / Environment / Fitness /

Wellington ecosanctuary Zealandia wins conservation education award

Wellington attraction Zealandia has taken home a prestigious Green Ribbon Award in the Leadership in Communication and Education' category. Run by New Zealand’s Ministry for the…

Jun 13, 2017 Attractions / Environment / Marketing / Tourism /

Empyrean Lighting illuminates USC Stadium

The Sunshine Coast Lightning’s home performances in the inaugural season of the Suncorp Super Netball tournament are being illuminated by 76 highly efficient LED lights installed at…

Jun 13, 2017 Environment / Sport / Technology / Venues /

$3.3 million revamp for Brisbane’s Daisy Hill Koala Centre

South East Queensland wildlife tourist attraction Daisy Hill Koala Centre will undergo a major revamp in time for the 2018 Commonwealth Games. Announcing the 10-year project, Queensland…

Jun 12, 2017 Attractions / Environment / Recreation / Tourism /

Record breaking opening weekend at Mount Hotham

The combination of natural and mountain-made snow has ensured that Victorian ski resort Mount Hotham has enjoyed its best opening weekend since 2012. Early season snowfall and cold…

Jun 12, 2017 Environment / Recreation / Technology / Tourism /