Rotorua, 29 April 2011 - One of New Zealand's favourite tourist attractions, Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park in Rotorua, is about to embark on a multi-million dollar project that will change the face of the park.
Work is due to begin within the next month on 'Project Big Splash', a high-tech water ride flowing through the ecological evolution of New Zealand.
Stewart Brown, Rainbow Springs Project Director says, "It will be a unique attraction unlike any on offer in New Zealand. The ride will be highly interactive and will both inform and excite park visitors."
The $10 million-plus project also includes construction of an outdoor 400-seat, free-flight bird show auditorium, an interactive children's playground and a new reptile enclosure. Due to open early 2012 the development is the largest single investment made in the park since it opened in 1932.
"The new Rainbow Springs will appeal to a broader audience and be more fun. However, our fundamental values of conservation and sustainability absolutely remain at the core of everything we do," Mr Brown says.
John Thorburn, Ngai Tahu Tourism Chief Executive, owners of Rainbow Springs says, "It's not only great news for Rainbow Springs, but also the whole of Rotorua as a tourist destination. The development will heighten both domestic and international interest in the region as a place to visit.
"While the tourism market is ever changing and presents continual challenges, Ngai Tahu Tourism is investing for the long term. As one of the integral hearts of New Zealand tourism, with its strong culture and New Zealand history, Rotorua is a key focus for us."
Until the new look Rainbow Springs opens it's ‘business as usual’ at the park. In preparation for the development some changes have already taken place, with the popular ‘Kiwi Encounter’ Kiwi hatchery and nursery now being included as part of the Rainbow Springs entry price.
Visitors now have an opportunity to contribute to Kiwi conservation and observe the 'save the Kiwi project' first hand through an intimate guided tour into the incubation, hatch and brooder rooms.
“During the Kiwi season, visitors may see the beginnings of a Kiwi hatch and baby Kiwi chicks on display, a truly unique New Zealand experience," Mr Brown says.
The Kiwi viewing will soon be complemented by the addition of another New Zealand endangered species, the 11 baby tuatara born at the park over the last couple of weeks. They are expected to move to a public viewing enclosure in about 6 months.
Rainbow Springs Kiwi Wildlife Park is an icon of New Zealand tourism and has been open since 1932. Spread over 22 acres of Rotorua parkland, Rainbow Springs is a conservation and breeding haven for endangered New Zealand species such as Kiwi and tuatara. The park offers a unique wildlife experience for visitors, who can see animals in their natural environment, both during the day and night. Features of the award winning tourist attraction include New Zealand's only 'open to view' Kiwi hatchery, and a range of wildlife including trout, tuatara and native birds.
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Thursday, April 28, 2011
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Read the riddlesand solve the mystery at MOTAT
Get the whole family along to MOTAT for an exciting new adventure at the new ‘MOTAT Mystery Weekend Experience’. 
Kids can be a real Sherlock Holmes for the day and follow the clues from their map to solve each MOTAT mystery. They’ll need to read the rhyming riddles on their map carefully and take in every hint to uncover four MOTAT artefacts from the 1950’s.
Bridgette Robinson, Events Coordinator at MOTAT, said this unique exhibition is sure to challenge kids and encourage them to think outside the box.
“Each riddle is designed to engage children and get them thinking about the history and significance of these four 1950’s artefacts. They’ll learn heaps about what Kiwi life was like in the 1950’s while having fun with friends and family,” said Ms Robinson.
By the end of their thrilling ‘Weekend Experience’ at MOTAT, kids will be well-informed about some of New Zealand’s most iconic artefacts and eager to learn more about this country’s rich history.
But for now, to get them thinking, here are two clues to ponder: One relic was a much-loved form of transportation that was the last of its fleet, and another was owned by a famous Kiwi star. Visit MOTAT to be let in on the rest of the clues and crack the mystery.
Kids can stamp their map and hand it in once they have solved the four MOTAT mysteries and their team could be in to win a reward for their careful investigating in the monthly prize draw.
Dates: Now until 3 January 2011
Kids can be a real Sherlock Holmes for the day and follow the clues from their map to solve each MOTAT mystery. They’ll need to read the rhyming riddles on their map carefully and take in every hint to uncover four MOTAT artefacts from the 1950’s.
Bridgette Robinson, Events Coordinator at MOTAT, said this unique exhibition is sure to challenge kids and encourage them to think outside the box.
“Each riddle is designed to engage children and get them thinking about the history and significance of these four 1950’s artefacts. They’ll learn heaps about what Kiwi life was like in the 1950’s while having fun with friends and family,” said Ms Robinson.
By the end of their thrilling ‘Weekend Experience’ at MOTAT, kids will be well-informed about some of New Zealand’s most iconic artefacts and eager to learn more about this country’s rich history.
But for now, to get them thinking, here are two clues to ponder: One relic was a much-loved form of transportation that was the last of its fleet, and another was owned by a famous Kiwi star. Visit MOTAT to be let in on the rest of the clues and crack the mystery.
Kids can stamp their map and hand it in once they have solved the four MOTAT mysteries and their team could be in to win a reward for their careful investigating in the monthly prize draw.
Dates: Now until 3 January 2011
Location: MOTAT - Great North Road and Meola Road Western Springs, Auckland.
Costs
You can enjoy MOTAT’s ‘Mystery Weekend Experience’ as part of your entry fee to MOTAT. You can also enjoy the rest of the museum, free tram rides and entry to the Tactile Dome and Voyager1 for one great price.
Entry Fee:
Family (2 adults and up to 4 children) $35
Adults $14
Children (under 16) $8
Students $8
Senior Citizens $7
Children under 5 years are free
MOTAT Mates (annual pass) - $65 for a family (entitles you to unlimited visits to MOTAT)
Costs
You can enjoy MOTAT’s ‘Mystery Weekend Experience’ as part of your entry fee to MOTAT. You can also enjoy the rest of the museum, free tram rides and entry to the Tactile Dome and Voyager1 for one great price.
Entry Fee:
Family (2 adults and up to 4 children) $35
Adults $14
Children (under 16) $8
Students $8
Senior Citizens $7
Children under 5 years are free
MOTAT Mates (annual pass) - $65 for a family (entitles you to unlimited visits to MOTAT)
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Auckland Airport opens a new parents room and a new kids corner
Travelling with kids isn’t always easy, but Auckland Airport is doing its best to make what can be a difficult experience a whole lot more enjoyable.A brand new parents’ room has now opened airside in the international terminal. The space is a dedicated place where parents can go to get away from the crowds, change nappies or feed their offspring. The room is equipped with feeding cubicles, changing tables and a microwave to heat baby food and bottles. There is also a new fully enclosed play area that is sure to keep energetic toddlers entertained – and tire them out – while you wait for your flight.
Parents can also head to the Kids Corner - Auckland Airport’s fantastic new playground on level one landside near McDonalds. The new facility is sure to make the airport experience a lot more fun for the kids – and their parents. Designed for pre-schoolers, the playground is fully enclosed with lots of exciting wall and floor mounted toys brought in especially from Australia.
The landside parents’ room in the international terminal is also about to undergo refurbishment to bring its facilities up to scratch and will reopen before Christmas.
Monday, June 28, 2010
A snowball of fun for kids
NZSki is launching a super-cool new kids club created so kids can enjoy winter anywhere, anytime - at home, online or on the snow.
By joining the NZSki Kids Club or surfing the magical http://www.nzskiland.com, the awesome snow experience can begin way before children get to the mountains and continue long after they’ve left the slopes.
The NZSki Kids Club is designed to create something special that youngsters can be a part of. Interactive nzskiland.com, an exclusive membership card and bi-monthly newsletters aim to keep kids entertained and up to date with what’s new and exciting at New Zealand’s premier ski areas.
The club provides a flurry of fun stories, photos and games that children can access on-line or through newsletters, along with heaps of competitions and prizes to be won.
NZSki CEO James Coddington said the club provided a great way of keeping in touch with Spike, Shred and all their friends at Coronet Peak, Mt Hutt and The Remarkables whenever and wherever, and is completely free to join.
“At www.nzskiland.com it’s year round winter fun with fantastic interactive games, jokes and activities that offer kids from around age 4 to 12 a safe and fun online place to play. It’s pure entertainment for a young technology savvy generation.
“Kids can make it snow at the click of a button or play games, take a snow quiz, learn some snow facts or see if they’ve made it to the picture gallery.
“The Kids Club offers fun, bite-size tasters of NZSki and snowsports to mini-snow lovers, who may ski regularly or come skiing or riding once or twice a year with their families.”
To become a member of the NZSki Kids Club children just need to fill out an application form from an NZSki Guest Service or Snowsports School counter. To try out the new website visit http://www.nzskiland.com.
By joining the NZSki Kids Club or surfing the magical http://www.nzskiland.com, the awesome snow experience can begin way before children get to the mountains and continue long after they’ve left the slopes.
The NZSki Kids Club is designed to create something special that youngsters can be a part of. Interactive nzskiland.com, an exclusive membership card and bi-monthly newsletters aim to keep kids entertained and up to date with what’s new and exciting at New Zealand’s premier ski areas.
The club provides a flurry of fun stories, photos and games that children can access on-line or through newsletters, along with heaps of competitions and prizes to be won.
NZSki CEO James Coddington said the club provided a great way of keeping in touch with Spike, Shred and all their friends at Coronet Peak, Mt Hutt and The Remarkables whenever and wherever, and is completely free to join.
“At www.nzskiland.com it’s year round winter fun with fantastic interactive games, jokes and activities that offer kids from around age 4 to 12 a safe and fun online place to play. It’s pure entertainment for a young technology savvy generation.
“Kids can make it snow at the click of a button or play games, take a snow quiz, learn some snow facts or see if they’ve made it to the picture gallery.
“The Kids Club offers fun, bite-size tasters of NZSki and snowsports to mini-snow lovers, who may ski regularly or come skiing or riding once or twice a year with their families.”
To become a member of the NZSki Kids Club children just need to fill out an application form from an NZSki Guest Service or Snowsports School counter. To try out the new website visit http://www.nzskiland.com.
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