Brad2912

Well the government wouldn't pay for it, it would be MW/VRTP's cost - the government benefits nothing from installing sound barriers. The issue though is that the M1 at the point where it passes MW is an overpass over the Helensvale Rd/Entertainment Dr intersection, as well as the onramp Northbound. Whilst sound barriers are possible in this scenario, they'd look hideous from Enterainment Rd, and remove the sight lines to the park from the M1

I prefer my lists in chronological order...

And they didn't exactly say "worlds greatest"

Pounce & Bounce has no maintenance area, let alone a place to install a handrail. My guess would be Road Runner as it's the only kids ride with a Back of house maintenance bay

If the footings are upside down are they called headings?

There ya go... I was wondering what that screenshot was.. nice little Crew feature! Like it!

A lazy river through where? The TRR channel? Fantasic idea... ?

Or just buy an annual pass for a friend who hates rides and make them hold your shit while you go on rides... simples...

Non-consumer would mean back of house imo.. so an issue with a maintenance bay/transfer track or the like..

Having an issue with one ride doesn't mean they won't buy from that manufacturer ever again. Mistakes can be learnt from, it's as if S&S have a worldwide poor reputation for near misses

As awesome as a movable locker sounds, I really don't feel like pushing it from one ride to another....

As good a chance as any...

Agree, I don't think anyone can point the finger at Ardent for under-delivering on expectations anytime recently

do you really want to give them an excuse for slower loading/despatch...

Why not link it to the NFT bracelets from the villains area? $5 per day for use of lockers at SE, GL & the new coaster (unlimited use but 2hr max per opening)

Agree @Jobe once the safety/audit requirements are fulfilled, they need to swiftly decide what will happen with that area and move quickly to make it happen. The empty channel snaking through the area will serve as a scar & reminder. Now the decision has been made to de-commission, the removal/demolition/in fill must be fairly quick imo.. Also, as for part of the ride being used as a memorial (a journo asked that at the presser), I honestly think that's the stupidest idea I've ever heard.. they gonna put plaques on the side of a decommissioned boat or the queue house? Ridiculous idea, but hey, what do I know?

Whilst I agree that plenty of rides overseas have had accidents causing serious injuries & deaths, and remained open, there is no precedent for it in Australia. The ghost train fire took care of that ride, so the re-opening question never raised its head. Our media & the general public are much more sensitive to what's occurred than what would happen in the say, the USA, where they are basically desensitised due to the amount of violence & death that occurs weekly. Im sad its closing, but I have to say I agree with the decision. Removing nostalgia and history from the conversation, which you have to, I support it. I think with the ride still operating, the general public wouldn't, or would take decidedly longer to, trust the park again. From a PR perspective, it was the only option, and right now DW/Ardent needs to reassure its shareholders that the chapter is closed before more value is stripped from the company.

@Jamberoo Fan Tomb Raider has zero scope for a themed area, sure there is a new movie but it will always been a cheap Indiana Jones comparison. Annabelle? Permanent scare mazes? Why would they dilute their success for FNs and the revenue they raise? Fantastic Beasts - fairly certain universal owns sole theme park rights to the HP world & licences now, Hense the removal of the HP store. This coaster won't be anything but a DC themed coaster, it's a given and will simply be an extension of the current DC 'area' at the front of the park, likely with some form or shop/photo outlet at the exit point. Will be interesting to see what they do with the locker setup, whether it will be all in lockers like SE or boxes like GL

Irrelevant now, it's done & dusted.

A bit more info here... The fatal Thunder River Rapids ride will be permanently decommissioned, while Dreamworld’s re-opening is yet to be confirmed. Ardent Leisure Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director Deborah Thomas announced the permanent closure of the ride this morning. “Out of respect for the memories of Cindy Low, Roozbeh Araghi, Kate Goodchild and Luke Dorsett, and their deeply affected families, the ride will be permanently decommissioned. The closure of the ride is the only respectful and appropriate course of action". Ms Thomas also said that Pitt & Sherry, an independent expert engineering firm, will lead an external review of all rides and operating systems at Dreamworld and Whitewater World. “Pitt & Sherry are one of Australia’s leading experts in mechanical engineering with extensive experience in providing engineering and technical services for amusement rides and devices. “Pitt & Sherry’s review will be further peer reviewed by an industry leading global theme park safety specialist. “Dreamworld is also well progressed on an internal review of every ride in the Park, which includes reviewing all operating policies and procedures. “In addition to these reviews, Dreamworld remains committed to working closely with the Workplace Health and Safety Queensland team. “No ride at Dreamworld will operate until the Workplace Health and Safety Audit has been completed and unless it passes the multi-level internal and external review process,” Ms Thomas said. Ms Thomas said as soon as it is appropriate, the families affected by the tragedy would be invited to help create a fitting and permanent memorial to their loved ones.

The park is officially closed, it would be somewhat insensitive if construction is going ahead at the front of the park whilst people were paying their respects at the memorial. It would also result in a ridiculous amount of negative publicity, something DW/ME cannot afford. We'll get an announcement today of staged re-openings in line with the rides being signed off by the safety audit team. No doubt once visitors are back in the park, Lego Store construction will ramp up again.

I count 9 non DC rides and 6 DC... so DC themes are actually in the minority of the parks rides..

I doubt you'll ever get a job writing cards for Hallmark @Ashley..

I don't think there is any doubt whatsoever that the new coaster will have a DC theme. Just my opinion though...

Yes, that area is still in operation. yes that cleared land used to house The pirate ship. Corkscrew/Sea Viper was a little further above the area of your photo if my memory serves correct