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16 Apr 2009


Underwater interpretation hub planned for Dolphin centre
BY Tim Nash

Underwater interpretation hub planned for Dolphin centre

The Dolphin Discovery Centre in Bunbury, Western Australia, is to create an animated underwater experience thanks to a grant of AUD$173,000 (£84,000, US$125,000, 94,500 euro) from the State Government and the South West Development Commission.

The development, and the financial contribution, were announced by Regional Development Minister Brendon Grylls, who said: "The Dolphin Discovery Centre is moving forward with a proposal to build an interactive interpretation hub featuring a range of displays incorporating digital technology.

"The plans range from a purpose-built theatrette offering animated underwater tours, to an expansion of the centre's cafe and dining facilities.

"This is an exciting project that will place a new focus on marine-based tourism and educational experiences to further heighten the centre's appeal as a tourist site.

"This funding will be used to create detailed designs of the new concepts, fit-out of interpretive areas and help with management and marketing support."

The Dolphin Discovery Centre is a not for profit organisation committed to dolphin research, education, conservation and tourism. Located 180km south of Perth, it opened in 1994 and now welcomes around 60,000 visitors a year. In 2007 it was awarded the Western Australia Tourism Award for Best Regional Tourist Attraction.


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