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The International Antarctic Centre in Christchurch has been acquired by Willowbank Wildlife Reserve directors Mark and Kirsty Willis, who aim to revitalize local interest in the attraction. The purchase marks a continuation of the centre’s original mission to showcase the city’s Antarctic program, with the Willises expressing gratitude for the opportunity to build on the legacy of the previous owners, Real NZ. The siblings plan to leverage their experience in marketing and local tourism to rekindle the community’s enthusiasm for the Antarctic Centre, which has seen a decline in visits from Canterbury residents in recent years.
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