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25 August, 2026

Aradale Asylum tour suspension sends shock through Ararat

Ararat’s tourism sector faces challenges after the decision to suspend tours at Aradale Asylum. On Friday, August 21, Eerie Tours Management announced that Melbourne Polytechnic, owner of the former psychiatric hospital, had suspended tours.

By Ben Fraser

Ararat’s dark tourism industry is facing an uncertain future after tours at Aradale Asylum were suspended over safety concerns, affecting operators, volunteers and local businesses.
Ararat’s dark tourism industry is facing an uncertain future after tours at Aradale Asylum were suspended over safety concerns, affecting operators, volunteers and local businesses.

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