Habitat Waterford

I think I made my point.

Some information about the eBay auction. Just a note about what is happening since the BITTER nobody Alex, logged into eBay to post a mocking message through the auction. I have corporate backers, from a company who manufactures concrete products, an esteemed Marine Institute, to a Real Estate firm who want to paint the prototype up in their colours. I also have been approached by Popular Science, WIRED magazine, The Associated Press as well others who want exclusive coverage of the project. Having secured the financing, the next BIG PROBLEM was to find a suitable location. As you probably are aware, The Australian Government is very strict on what goes into our waters. (For good reason.) So I needed a location on private land. It didn't matter how much it is sold for, the goal is to build a functioning prototype to then sell to other Marine Institutes, the tourism industry and anyone who has the money. The amount paid for the eBay auction was very well spent. I have had enquiries from the USA, Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia and Canada and many of course here in Australia. So, why a feeble minded personality like Alex would go out of his way to register himself on eBay purely to send me a rude auction message is more a reflection on his own sad life more than anything else. I actually feel sorry for people like him. His bitterness at other people's endeavours is symptomatic of a person who begrudges others because he himself is impotent to succeed in life. Shaun Waterford. Here is Alex's message below: Take a look at and laugh at Alex. Dear equisportsaustralia, HAHAQHAHA what a serious researcher you are - you tried flogging it to sea world without doing your research, and now you're selling on Ebay for $15.50. If I bid $50, will you come and install it in my swimming pool? LOL. We're all still taking the piss out of you on parkz.com.au/forums. hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha h ahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahah a hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha h ahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahah a hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha h ahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahah a hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha h ahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahah - djalex_899

Look further on for my reply to Alex regarding the sale of my project location. Would you believe this JOKER logged on to eBay to mock me!!!!!! Read on for a good laugh all at Alex's expense.

Thanks Bussy for your intelligent, respectful post. As for tourism, there aren't many places you can earn an Aquanaut certification. You know something Bussy, I knew darn well that this would be circulated amoungst industry types. That is why I posted it in the first place. Instead of individually approaching all industry bosses, I wanted to create an in-house buzz. Which has been very successful. I have been contacted by quite a few industry folk who I have then passed on further info. After all, Atlantis wasn't built in a day. lol. It is all about making familiar to industry both myself and my team. The price of the project was taking into consideration of a suitable location and that Monolithic.com were doing the project at cost to realise this endeavour. Also there are Government incentives if built through an accredited marine institution. To date, after the succes of the prototype, there are 3 marine institutes who have expressed interest in purchasing one. All world leaders in their field. In essense, it is an affordable semi permanent habitat. Think of a concrete submarine without a drive train. As well as the habitat, there is either a floating pontoon or a land base connected by umbilical cord. The satellite station is where the topside wind/solar - battery banks are kept. (as well as compressors etc.) The fact is that this is affordable due to the method used to construct it. Mostly concrete and steel rebar. There is NO profit margin in this project. It is to illustrate the concept. A part of what is not included in the brief is the sponsorship outline. I have no doubt that a solar company would sponsor with their own products featured. In effect, the project becomes a marketing vehicle for their company. (what better way to illustrate "off grid" power systems.) The biggest problem is finding a location which is out of government controlled area and bring the vested interest together. Investigating the theme parks is but one avenue I have covered but one I could see viable if they were so inclined. Thanks for your input. Shaun. PS. I am dealing with Tourism Qld at the moment and they have put me n contact with the GBR Marine Authority.

A very interesting aspect of this project is the effect on the immediate environment. As you maybe have heard, if not GOOGLE it, is the affect oyster banks and seagrass have on the water quality. In fact, alot of government funds have been dedicated to water quality. As you know, oysters are filter feeders. It has been shown how much they can remove sediment and improve clarity of surrounding waters. You can see such example at: http://www.google.com.au/search?hl=en&...earch&meta= Check it out. We are indeed on the verge of improving our waters. The project I have posted is a persuit of ocean care. Drop a line if you have any questions.

Well, I would have liked to discuss this type of attraction without negativity. Especially since Seaworld is the cutting edge of alot of marine study. I have already sent more material to members who are interested. And I have over 90 downloads. I'm happy. Regardless, I will most definitely will keep members updated.

My experience is that the majority, even if they are not into aquaculture, find it "very cool". But hey, come on, (not talking SW now) I am talking a luxury underwater Granny flat here. Or a research lab. This time next year, my team will be building these worldwide. I am happy with this stage the project is at. I will take the advice and get the outline done high end. Thanks to those who put in positive contribution. I'll drop a line when the new presntation is done.

I don't know Ash. I know the theme park industry fairly well and know most execs are down to earth and straight up. It is what it is, I never expected to be seen by an exec in it's draft. But I'm not ashamed of it either. It does the job explaining what it is and the team that could build it. And if a world record isn't going to get world coverage, I don't know what would. Time will tell for the location. OK, got you load and clear. Invest in a professional presentation. Thanks for the advice.

lol, I never claimed to be the best at grammar. But true story. I worked all the rides and attractions way back. Imax, robot theatre, whole kit kaboodle. How bout yourself?

I myself worked at Dreamworld for many years. On the other thread, I've posted an outline for Seaworld. someone over there suggested Dreamworld. You can see the thread here: http://www.parkz.com.au/forums/index.php?showforum=7 I'd be interested to hear what you think.

Gazza, exactly. It would be a good fit for me though. I think by draining and rescaping into a suitable lake space. (ole Bobcat.) would be easy to do. As for space, it is an ocean park, I'd just rescape with my team. As was mentioned and correct, it is a high volumn of traffic that is SW biz, but it wouldn't hurt their image to be seen to be innovative and eco constructive. It would be dammed of course, but I'll discuss that later in private. Where I put the outline at SW was just pure example just as my primitive illustrations were example. (never said I was a graphic artist.) If you look at that Google shot, if the will was there, it could have space. I remember as a kid, riding up the spit with a mate, and fishing in those lagoons. This is thirty years ago though mind you. In my scaping, I'd bring some good healthy white sand in. First Dam, then dome, then grasses and oysters. Although I've dealt with alot of NASA folk and I guarantee it's not rocket science. Create, in essense, a perfect model of care for the ocean. Also, if the budget was expanded, I could easily build an observation tunnel at an excellent price. Then you would have a walk through for everyone. NO JOKE. Thank you for your kindness.

The finer detail I'll keep to myself, at this time. Anyone interested in exploring the concept, let me know. Geez at the price, even a private citizen can afford it. (well the first one that is.) I see alot of Gold Coasters here. Is anyone familiar with Evandale behind the Council chambers at Bundall? That tidal lake, (which is artificial by the way) is the perfect place to have the habitat. I grew up swimming there. Beautiful. Anyways. I think ultimately it has a very strong eco stewardship of the ocean role as well. That's the primary motivation. It is part of an exercise to study and live in the ocean. It we feel a part of it, we are more inclined to care for it.

That price is to get it built. Cost. If someone has a location (salt water lake). We are ready to go. I do intend to have businesses run from the location. Aquanaut and diving certification, research into how to propagate pristine conditions, as you mentioned, produce, (which I'm sure is very expensive at SW), anyways I cover alot of that in the outline. The minimum depth for it to be truly underwater is only 20ft. Have a visitor tour through a set "maze" with underwater aquaculture (eg. kelp gardens). Sure it's not for everyone, but for those many who would like an underwater adventure. Without giving it totally away, there are great diving helmets that don't require certifcation. Anyways, I do see it as elite tourism though. The multitudes don't have to visit in the multitude. The reason I set that Price was to get it done. ( I know I'm stating the obvious.)

Thanks Gazza, are you familar with the layout of Seaworld? If so, is there a location in the park you can suggest?