DaptoFunlandGuy

ANY level of nurse is going to have a level of first aid knowledge higher than your average 'senior first aider'. It is in the skills quality framework for all levels of nursing. Under the ASQA framework, first aid related modules (which used to be PFA or CPR) are now 'HLT' codes, as they form part of the larger HeaLTh related courses. Oh absolutely, getting the park to call an ambulance is the fastest way to get one there - you can bet the EMDs will have the property flagged for fast response, and the control room would have their own protocols for calling. That all said, the facts presented to the nurse\paramedic on scene would have dictated the response time, and the reported 'hour' it took for the ambulance to get there may have a: been reasonable in the QAS operational load, and b: appropriate to the condition. The fact that it took an hour for the ambulance to arrive casts a very large doubt over just how much blood there was. But given the mum was a nurse, of any level, she should know the first thing you do after making sure the casualty is breathing is stop the blood loss by having the casualty remain still and applying pressure to the wound. Having an hysterical, crying, injured, bleeding girl walk across the park is a bad idea, and if there really were no staff around (which I doubt) they should have sent someone else to get help brought to them. The following information is contained in a Basic First Aid Manual for the HLTAID001 standard first aid course.

The trouble is, there aren't any DC superheroes in the old west. If they can't paint it a primary colour and slap a superhero logo on it, they've got no idea what to do with it, so a ride in west is out unless they can come up with some more creative folks in the design phase. I 100% agree with you though, west has needed a new addition for a long time to stretch the crowds out.

This was the first actual info on Trident - Clearly it hasn't aged well.

It just seems like a really odd choice of attraction for Dreamworld given the available facilities. I've worked entertainment at the Ekka, and the Monster Trucks in the RNA arena are limited in their abilities because of the lack of runoff areas due to the other staging and equipment in the ring. They do four (approx) 90 metre runs in a square shape around the arena. Due to the size, they are limited to small ramp assisted stunts over single cars. The thunderbolt site has a similar area available, based on nearmap they've got about 100m in a straight line, but it also lacks appropriate seating and viewing areas too (as does anywhere else in Dreamworld, really). I can see them building earth ramps for this - fairly easy to do when theres nothing else going on on the space I suppose, so definitely able to do more than at the Ekka, but even at Ekka these cars aren't the headliners. Its also hardly the backdrop you'd want in a theme park either - doesn't that back onto the maintenance sheds?

One question... WHERE?

So a guest doesn't follow directions, and he's an idiot, but because the girl is younger, the park is at fault? 8 year olds are capable of following directions, as evidenced by the fact that a teacher is generally capable of instructing 30-odd students for 6 hours or so a day. If the force of the water was too much and she wasn't able to keep her legs together, the manufacturer needs to revise their designs or their restrictions. End of the day we're all speculating. None of us have seen video of the incident to know whether the forces caused her to uncross her ankles or whether she just ignored the instructions of the operators. There's a lot of info surrounding this story that is inflammatory and unlikely, (such as staff not rendering assistance in any way) - Sure, they'll probably get paid somewhat and its likely they'll push for out of court settlement. The big losers here are other guests, as the park will no doubt be required to implement new restrictions on rides such as the age restriction on giant drop, disappointing many, and further reducing the number of attractions any person will go on. It's no longer enough to have your kid measured with a height stick before riding, they now have to be a certain height, weight, age, and come with their own psychiatrist's report stating they're mature enough to handle big red boat.

Yeah look, I don't think the choice of legal representation should have any bearing on perception or opinions as to the plaintiffs case. Shine, and other similar law firms, who advertise in such a manner to appeal to those who can't afford retainers and other upfront fees, are more likely to secure this sort of case than a local, singular solicitor or bigger corporate firm. Mainly because they advertise, so its the first thing people look at. As for what I think of such pro-bono, "no-win, no fee" style firms - i'll leave that unsaid lest they try on a defamation suit. The fact of the matter is the little guys don't advertise, and the bigger guys want money upfront. And as for the incident... it's unfortunate given Dreamworld's rocky recent history. Hopefully the park has sufficient CCTV to disprove any of the more (apparently but not proven) vexatious claims - in particular that no staff rendered assistance, given all lifeguards are first aid trained, and the slides are staffed top and bottom... I've no doubt the girl suffered injuries, and I empathise over the pain and suffering she has experienced, but there are a lot of factors to consider here - did she follow the staff and manufacturer's directions being one of the big ones. The claims of 'so much blood in the water' and 'walking blood all over the park' sound a little far fetched. The first aid room not being staffed isn't unusual, its a first aid station, not a hospital ER. The most important thing is that as soon as the incident was reported to staff, first aid staff should have responded from wherever they were (unless they were treating a more serious case). With that all said, depending on the level of qualifications of the first aid staff, it has been reported that the mother of the girl was a nurse. While there is a duty of care in a 'workplace' that appointed first aid officers must render assistance to persons requiring first aid on premises, the duty of care for a first aider requires that they render assistance either "until the patient recovers" OR "until more qualified help arrives (ie: Ambulance). By her claims, the mother was more qualified to render assistance than first aid staff were (although from the TRRR inquest, it seems DW does employ nurses and paramedics as their first aid team). But I take issue with Joz's comments above, only in that - if the girl was not riding in accordance with the manufacturer \ park staff directions, and the park wasn't negligent - it is as much her own fault as the guy who stood up on Rocky Hollow and fell out. All parks have certain 'assumptions of risk' clauses in their terms and conditions. Unless there is some sort of negligence on behalf of the operator, i'm really struggling to see how the park would pay out in any case other than a goodwill gesture. If it is a design flaw, then it should be Polin on the hook, not Dreamworld.

specific legislation and backing by ministers is still pretty good government assistance, given park history... but i know what you meant.

it is an unfortunate side effect of the modern generation that kids are learning from online media sources - many of which are american and therefore americanisms are permeating other western culture. My four year old has in the past picked up on american words for things - like 'diaper' for example, which we needed to correct. But i'm sure this will instead just be fobbed off as an auto-correct error or dictionary on his phone... something else kids have these days.

Bingo! Do I win corporate buzzword bingo? LOL. Many moons ago (no pun intended) I worked for an events company. Among their many contracted venues was Luna Park. They had in house crew and an event manager contracted to LPS, as well as loads of event equipment from sound and lighting to drapery and staging equipment. Although clients hosting events and functions weren't obligated to use the in-house provider, and were welcome to use their own providers, the in-house crew did enough work there to pay for several full time staff and make a profit. If the events company were able to profit from it, you can bet LPS earned handsomely from it as well. As Jobe mentioned, the location alone makes it a perfect events venue for many, and to ignore this aspect of the park is ludicrous, as it is what has helped the park survive for so long.

Well - the question was: And your answer was You didn't state that as a possibility. You stated it as a fact. The question was "does anyone know" and you answered as if you did. Although you ended your post with this assumption: It still reads as if you know the answers and reasons, which, judging by your later replies, you don't. It's a fair suggestion yes. The problem is you didn't present it as a suggestion. You presented it as fact. You need to rethink how you present your opinion so it isn't mistaken as presentation of fact. I could say 'flynn smith is a child' or I could say 'i think flynn smith is acting like a child'. Both of them seem to be very similar, except I have prefaced one with 'i think' which lets everyone know that i'm not stating something as fact, and only my opinion. Nobody has jumped down your throat for sharing your opinion. Only that you represented it as fact. The sooner you recognise this and stop climbing up on that high horse every time you're taken to task over something you've said, you'll learn to go back and consider what part you played in being shot down. You scored an own goal. recognise your mistake and move on.

The problem with that is that you then end up with the Nanjiang solution - they observe both beijing and local time depending on cultural heritage, and those who observe beijing time work different hours anyway (ie: business hours for Nanjiang are something stupid like 11am-7pm beijing time instead of 9-5 because the sun doesn't rise until 10am or something, so pointless, and might as well observe the local timezone.

You don't really consider those aspects when you intend to run 2 trains constantly. Why spend extra on two when the guest can just wait one cycle for the suitable seat? ....and then cost-cuts.

the work experience kid who did the terrible 3d map has graduated so now nobody knows how to change it.

Honestly the amount of times the word "unprecedented" has been used in 2020, I wish they'd just retire the word altogether.

That's too much capacity for Dreamworld...

Ha. The neighbours have an issue with noise at any hour, which is why West has a scream shield fitted to the western side of the drop. As for after hours, It's also why the neighbours all get nice little letters any time there's a night event advising them of the hours, and free tickets to attend the event if it isn't a private one. Here's the thing for Queensland as a state though - Brisbane (and SEQ) sits further east than Sydney, but the western edge of Queensland is further west than any part of NSW. VIC sits entirely within that area. The point is, the sun rises over SEQ first, which is why we have daylight prior to 5am. That time is utterly wasted on the broader populace. But for those in say, Mt Isa - they'd be dark until 7am if QLD as a state switched over. I'm a HUGE advocate for SEQ moving to DST, but I entirely understand why it doesn't work as a state. The line from Sydney goes up somewhere through Rockhampton, but i'd support a line North-South through Mackay if SEQ was to ever go to DST. Only Squares would use Squares to describe Squares these days... I don't think we needed a timezone discussion for it to come to this. I'm supportive! You do know me too well.

*Cries in TOT and Rocky Hollow*

I don't think any part of that message said anything about 'track' - they said 'general structural maintenance' which could just refer to the building. This is pretty hinky though - i've seen a screenshot of a PM someone sent to MW where the response said the ride would not return. So why the contradictory messaging? Also, the village AGM a while back stated pretty clearly they were getting ready to retire (i think it was 2) rides - and the speculation was that it was arkham and something else - and most people landed on Sylvester's Pounce n Bounce. If Arkham isn't retiring, then which other attraction were they referring to at the AGM?

The residents claim that they built \ bought a property that was constructed when the park was closed, and therefore they could not have foreseen that a decades old park would never reopen. They had several battles that resulted in the restrictions to the dipper, however, since that time, those sorts of decisions have been reversed. The relevant state ministers themselves have come out supporting this proposal, and have stated it is in accord with the relevant legislation that was enacted specifically to protect Luna Park's operations. In a nutshell, the legislation and case law to date basically says the park can do anything within the bounds of certain requirements provided they follow the right processes. The residents don't get to object to each development as it happens, if it fits within the specific criteria. it has been stated, by the relevant minister that everything in this plan fits within that criteria. Therefore, the residents can cry in front of the media all they like - they live above an amusement park and they have to live with that choice, or they can move.

And look, you're entitled to your opinion on it. We know the fondness you have for Huss and travellers in general, but if you can't see how amazing this is, what is really the biggest single expansion outside of a second gate \ greenfields park in Australia, then I don't really know what else to say to you. Like others have said, while i've been, there's nothing there at present that would make me keen to revisit on subsequent visits. This new expansion certainly will do that for me too.

Commiserations my friend, but regardless of the quality of the huss attractions, end of life was certainly a deal breaker - and this announcement and expansion more than makes up for it in the eyes of almost everyone it seems.... hard luck buddy.

Bomfunk MC's Freestyler. Ok but seriously - you can Dick Dale my ride anytime you like.

Wizard's fury isn't a single rail coaster as it is neither a coaster, nor is it single rail. The Bayern Kurve is classed as a flat ride, the train is constantly driven as it always has contact with at least one of the traction wheel devices (although i'm sure that would make an interesting debate!) Weren't we just discussing last week how they were all travellers plonked down ? err, no I didn't... Meanwhile - here's an Australian park going with a world first instead of cloning the status quo... who'da thought? I'm not familiar with the gerstlauer shuttle - i got very excited it could have been a vekoma family boomer. bugger.

Honestly i'm surprised nobody has in the 30-40 years of parks on the coast. The glitter strip is gaudy, meter maids in skimpy gold bikinis etc etc, and as you say - its a little tacky, but its a great fit. If you consider that the white water world theme is okker \ bogan aussie - thongs and aussie slang and so on, it isn't that big of a stretch for the Big Cyclinder.