Bulletin - January, 2009
NEW PRODUCT
Guided walk aims for new high
Australia’s newest luxury guided walks company Hidden Peaks will launch its first adventure, the Spicers Private Walk in March.
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Tokonoma adds craft to art collection
Gold Coast Hinterland Japanese art gallery and tea house, Tokonoma, has expanded its operations and opened a craft shop called Tokonoma Handmade.
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Sea World launches calm water cruises
Sea World has launched new daytime and evening calm water cruises on the Gold Coast’s spectacular Broadwater.
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Noosa welcomes eco Warrior
Award-winning Sunshine Coast tour operator, The Discovery Group, has taken delivery of a new 20 seat 4WD “Warrior” coach.
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New adventure tour for Hamilton Island
Popular Whitsundays resort, Hamilton Island, has added a Quad Bike Adventure Tour to its activity line-up.
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EVENTS
Reef and Rainforest Carnivale, Tropical North Queensland, May 15 - 24
The Tropical North Queensland townships of Port Douglas, Mossman, Daintree and Cape Tribulation townships come together to create a ‘Carnivale’ atmosphere celebrating life in the tropics, its culture, art and cuisine.
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2009 Blues on Broadbeach Music Festival, Gold Coast – 28-31 May, 2009
The annual Blues on Broadbeach Music Festival has grown into one of Australia’s iconic Blues Festivals since its inception in 2002.
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BRIEF UPDATES
Thala Beach Lodge wins TripAdvisor Members Choice 2008
Members of the world’s favourite travel news source, http://www.tripadvisor.com, recognised Thala Beach Lodge in their Readers Choice 2008 Awards.
Gwinganna launches its 2009 wellness programmes
Award-winning Gwinganna Lifestyle Resort in the Gold Coast Hinterland has released details of its wellness programmes through to May 2009.
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Eco awards for Queensland operators
Three Queensland operators have been recognised for their ‘green’ efforts, two winning major eco awards and the other obtaining accreditation.
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Pro Dive Cairns claims world first
Tropical North Queensland Dive operator Pro Dive Cairns made history in November when they accredited their 100,000th PADI certification to a German student.
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Currumbin Sanctuary adds more eco fun
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary on the Gold Coast has opened a range of new attractions within the popular nature park.
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Warner Village theme parks wins international excellence award
Warner Village Theme Parks (WVTP) were awarded the 2008 Best Guest Services Training Program Award at the IAAPA Spirit of Excellence Awards in Orlando, Florida in November.
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