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As much as I've "Dreamed" for island adventures in the space; walk ways, foot paths & treehouses etc, my best guess is that island is an unstable wetlands space that would prove a logistical nightmare that's suitable for regular human use. That's why the old TOT building would make for the perfect location for an Adventure Island style play ground - and one that family members of all ages could enjoy together. Much like the sentiment of the rest of Rivertown. As for the Riverboat cruise, I'm confident the "will" is still absolutely there, but the obstacles of the "how" and "how much" are no doubt keeping it from going from the drawing board to boots on the ground (or riverbed!). The other challenges are making this an attraction one that is enjoyable, repeatable & not just a "boring boat ride" that's just built for nostalgia sake. I don't no if there's ever going to be a right time, but maybe the perfect ride for at least part of the river and motor coaster site is something like a Mack rocking boat like Futurescope's mission Bermuda. https://youtu.be/uwFrWjVeZLU?si=XA0DZ21wuSGT0PDF
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KQ - Kookaburra Queen - Ain't gonna happen! The KQ is WAAAY too large for the Murraysippi If anything, an Australiana take on the famous Disneyland Jungle Cruise ride would be a better fit. The track's already there and with a few well themed boats and some fun surprise gags along the way would make for an affordable and memorable experience A second easy attraction to Rivertown in 2026 ; utilise the old TOT Q/launch building with elevated suspension bridges, featuring a treehouse, caves, mazes, slides and the like. Something that kids of all ages can enjoy, along with other Rivertown attractions (including the new river boat cruise) until someone bigger arrives in the old motor coaster plot a year later
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Thanks for sharing the full show @Noll_57 The MW Veteran in me is overjoyed with the passion, enthusiasm & (re?)commitment from so many who I grew up with/alongside of - and a HUGE thanks to them for giving this show the arse kicking it desperately needs!! Such a shame the set remains static & effects have little logical purpose or connection to what's going on.. . It's almost as if someone from the SeaWorld Ski Show had a direct involvement. 🤐🫡🧐🐸 Finally, that Stadium seats 1000 people TOPS (nowadays) and with 2 measly shows, they're hardly catering for a busy 12,000 Visitor day.
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Looking at this picture @Jobe forgive me if I am wrong but aren't those Perspex coverings around the carriages?
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Wow didn't I just get told hahaha😲 But thanks for the detailed, accurate correction @AlexB .. We can always count on you for delivering the well researched facts. The amount of energy you put into posts is impressive - usually all while working too, so it seems. I can't even do that while NOT working, so well done (seriously!) The mass PPT push started late 1990's. It has been widely believed that you could get a greater level of commitment by offering a seemingly better payment status type. Personally I always thought it was a cop out given the significant difference between rates. Being a 10-5 standard operation, very few frontline staff at the Parks can't possibly accrue a 40 hr week unless they do evening functions, extra shifts or cross department multi-skilling. Not sure if it's practice nowadays but from around 1998 we started training up f&b staff to work some of the more push button roles like kiddie rides, WWF & LW. Before to long those hard working f&b staff no longer wanted to work carrying popcorn trays etc (unsurprisingly), Ops would take them on, however the only option offered to them (and for all future new staff) was ppt. Given all rides today are push button with little to zero performance/ presentation skills required I wouldn't be surprised if many new staff are initially hired as casual f&b or retail with future prospects of PPT positions, if keen to move over to somewhere a little more permanent feeling like ops.
