Brad2912

Well it got me too... I would have sworn it was intentional and to the theme... I can’t remember a time it wasn’t there...

We were never going to get another major attraction at a VTP property with year with Rivals opening. i think a well done splash zone is a terrific use of space and provides good bang for minimal buck. It’s not as if they have a lack of space for future development when they have the funds for a major ride (2019 seems the goal).

Guess I’ve just been lucky then! and No... just no... haha

How does one quantify “lots of people vomiting”. In all my years, I’m yet to actually see someone physically vomit mid-ride or effect operations - so I’d consider 2 people to be ‘lots’.

I found last years FN’s to be the poorest in the past 5 or so years. By the looks of the maze/show/experience reviews both here and elsewhere, this years is no better if not worse....

Yeah we’ve discussed many a time here in the past few years the value that the MM licence could bring to the park, most notably in the arena by way of a stunt show. Unfortunately the further in time we go from the film release, the less likely it becomes to ever see fruition. There was some murmurs earlier in the year though that HWSD, at least in its current form, was on its last legs so to speak, so hopefully something new in 2018

Let’s be clear, ‘DW studios’ isn’t in the same ballpark as Village Roadshow Studios. DW studios consisted of a single building which housed the video/productions offices for Big Brother, next to the amphitheatre where the live shows were filmed. That’s it. There is no sound stages that can be repurposed to further utilised

Yes...

Not sure what’s so good about today, but traffic is backed up 200m along the M1 northbound to get into MW. Car park already full

Seemed as good a place as any to paste this... Ardent wake-up call on Dreamworld land plan Various investors in Ardent Leisure are believed to be eager for the company to put its plans for land adjoining its Dreamworld theme park on hold. It is understood some shareholders are hoping to see the company’s long-term business plan for turning around the embattled theme park before any attempts are made to sell off parts of its property or embark on a sale and leaseback of the land. Dreamworld and WhiteWater World are in southeast Queensland at the northern end of the Gold Coast, 48km south of Brisbane. Analysts believe the land adjoining the parks offers lucrative development opportunities. Adding to the appeal, the Commonwealth Games will be held on the Gold Coast next year. Ardent has previously engaged with real estate agents to look at the surplus property next to Dreamworld, and it is thought a sale or redevelopment in joint venture with another party is under consideration. Some say a sale and leaseback of the Dreamworld land is on the table, but company sources have denied this. Ardent Leisure is undertaking a full business review for Dreamworld, which will be concluded in the next few months. The plans remain under the spotlight after Ariadne director Gary Weiss was last month appointed chairman of Ardent, replacing George Venardos. The change came after Ariadne and its backers amassed shares in Ardent and agitated for change. Dr Weiss — a veteran corporate raider — and US-based executive Brad Richmond were appointed to the board. Further changes at Ardent are expected to be announced soon and the theory around the market is that one of them involves putting a halt to any plans to sell Dreamworld’s real estate. Ariadne and its backers, who include veteran property developer Kevin Seymour, have put forward a rescue plan for Ardent Leisure aimed at restoring confidence in Dreamworld and reinvigorating Ardent’s struggling US business Main Event before a potential sale or float of that unit in three years’ time. Dr Weiss has previously said it is critical for Ardent’s board to be strengthened after incumbent directors presided over a substantial loss of value. He predicted the bulk of the gains could come from getting the US operations firing and substantial value could be realised at Dreamworld. Ardent’s theme park revenue has plummeted after four visitors were killed in a tragic accident on the Thunder River Rapids ride at Dreamworld in October last year. Ardent also swung to a $62.6m loss last year. The Ariadne camp, which holds about 10.9 per cent of the stock, claim to have won strong support on the company’s register.

And the fact there was more cars on the grass overflow at MW on Sunday than there was in the entire DW car park....

Everyone is back at school tomorrow so back to off peak period for parks. 15min waits on all but Rivals would probably be pretty realistic

I get giving a little bit of latitude on opening night, but for me that latitude extends to scare acting timing and engagement, fluency of opening/closing shows etc. It doesn’t extend to them just completely cocking up the organisation of the UTT/Hyped Tour which from the comments here is what has happened. If you pay for a premium product/service, then you must be provided with the ability to complete the inclusions of that service. It’s pretty basic consumer law really....

Pretty expensive clusterf**k... hope those in attendance were offered a repeat visit if that is the case...

Don’t think today will be busy given its a) afl grand final and Riverfire i wouldn’t be getting fast track for mazes. I never have and have never not got all 4 mazes done within 2 to 2 1/2 hours id be there from 5 so you are first in The door. Head straight to the sheds so you’ll be in the first group for whichever maze you do first. You’ll be out with enough Time to get in the queue for your second maze before too much or a crowd hits. If you can nail 2 from 4 mazes within the first 30mins you are set up for a good night. DCR will absorb crowds all night too which will be helpful. Dont stop to eat, eat on the way to the park or in a queue. Prioritise the shows you want to see (if any). Main thing is just not to waste time aimless wandering. Have a plan and stick to it.

Definitely noticed the rattle/Shake in row 10 and backwards. Not sure if I was on the same train for both those cycles though.

Yeah. Sure.

Pretty sure there was a lot of work going on in and around SeaCorkViperScrew just before they announced it wouldn't reopen....

Ehh... well I can comfortlbly say I was wrong having had my first rides today. In saying that, I'd never been on a hyper prior to today so I was making assumptions based on practically nothing... good one Brad.... haha

Haha.. fair enough!

That's what videography is...

Finally got my first rides in this morning. Would have been an awesome time to marathon it given there wouldn't have been more than 40-50 people re-riding. Unfortunately I only had a small window to stay due to work, but between 8:35 and 9am I got 3 rides, knocking off Front Row, Row 10 & Backwards. Only wait was for backwards with most trains despatching with 8-10 vacant seats. Front Row for the first ride of the day and my first experience on this ride was amazing. As someone who hasn't done the overseas trips most of you have, it was hands down the best coaster experience I've ever had. Smoothness, speed, freedom in restraints, it was epic! Row 10 was super fun, with snaps of extra speed and acceleration. A bit less smooth than the front but worth it for that force on the first drop. Backwards was a crazy experience. The highlight is probably the lift hill and the hanging feeling you get. Like row 10 not as smooth as the front of the train. I did find it a little nauseating, which isn't something I've experienced before on coasters. I definitely wouldn't have been able to do back to backs in the backwards seats. Glad I experienced it but probably wouldn't rush back into it given the upcharge and that fact I preferred the front. Will definitely jump in the back again at FN's though to get the night experience. Amazing 10/10 for mine

Good suggestions MickeyD! Village Rewards has a nice ring to it.

Can't speak to other states or areas, but on the GC it's had a lot of coverage. Advertised on radio in almost every ad run during breaky/drive Time peak, cinema advertising, tv, bus shelters, billboards etc

Seems DCR is having the desired effect in drawing all the locals and tourists to MW DW is deserted.. weekend and school holidays and no waits on any kids rides... great for my son and I, not so much for DW...