DaptoFunlandGuy

Ok that makes a lot of sense. Thanks guys! Wouldn't we all? There have been a few patch jobs over the years (and it is getting on in years) but I think the multi coloured lasers just don't have the effect the old green ones did. It's great that they've replaced them with new ones, but i'd like to see them once again aligned to bounce off the side mirrors, and create the two tunnel effects (one at the turntable - the other at final drop)... that said - Dreamworld is overhauling the 21 year old Wipeout - so maybe in another 9 years, MW can do the same for Scoob?

^I don't think another water ride (or water effects) is needed in that area - but I think the 'haunted house' idea has merit. Scooby kind of already does the 'ghost train' idea well enough though - so what else is there? We need a small footprint, totally enclosed (for the neighbours) attraction that can be easily fitted to a western theme.... Ghost train is out (SDSC) Astro-blaster style ride is out (JL) Realistically, the best fit for the western area is some type of coaster - either a small compact - like a crazy mouse or something that could be enclosed, or a nice little woodie out behind the show stage.... but I think MW is over balanced on coasters right now and needs a flat. The Showstage has sat dis-used for a while too, so maybe incorporate that. I know we've talked about the logistics of converting showstage into a ride space in the past, but it's not impossible, and for the right ride, it may even enhance it... So what's left in a flat that we could pop out there near WWF somewhere?

^...wouldn't be the first time they've done something like that...

Interesting - As I wrote my last post I kinda figured that would be the case - which still leaves the question open - why all the fire alarms?

Thanks Richard... seems like we may need those sarcasm tags back after all... Although I have no inside knowledge on anything to do with the ride or the issues experienced, I find it much more likely that issues with effects (say - smoke effects) may have been causing issues with the fire systems. Many commercial fire protection systems utilise particle-sensor type equipment, and the vapour generated by smoke-effects sets it off. It may be the reason we don't see much in the way of smoke these days? (a question - not an observation).

So it would seem they may have commenced some actual work inside now... and the constant 'shots of an empty warehouse on social media' have led them to cover up... Whatever we get - it's good to see them working on it again.

I'd say a good dose of steam was good for the plants and they thrived. Diesel exhaust fumes would kill more of your more delicate plants and clears the way for weeds to grow...

nup - the building was fitted with a cantilevered roof so the entire building could vent any smoke within minutes. Coupled with the auto-reversing coaster cars that allowed the cars to back up in case of fire - there was never a need for the fire brigade to be called...

Yep - I don't see any negative connotations to the name or the theme. Despite the reality of it - thats the supposed dirty dingy side of the event - hell - even Disney has to pickup the garbage - and they don't do it in gold-plated pumpkin-carriages. Their custodial staff wear white, and make them more approachable because they all carry park maps and showtimes... The only people who would think of the name negatively are those who have actually been - and for families thats a minority. Fiesta in my opinion is an even worse name - it's actual meaning is not a party - it's a feast. I have memories as a child going to carnivals at my school, at local community groups etc. In my opinion Carnival-E (the E gives the important Brazilian connection) implies (as i've said earlier) brightly coloured costumes, feathers, Brazilian drums, tropical mocktails (and perhaps some 18+ cocktails).... ...and that's what most people are going to think. Which one is more likely: Oooooh, Movie World is hosting Carnivale - I can't wait to go and get mugged in a back alley, do drugs and puke my guts up! Awesome! or: Oooooh, Movie World is hosting Carnivale - sounds like a fun party atmosphere in a family park that everyone can enjoy all night!

^I never said that! When you quote someone, don't put your own words inside the quote... I know what you were referring to but you stated village have decided not to keep their dark rides open when clearly they've literally just opened one a year ago. No. As I already said. I've a feeling we're looking at the unload exit section of the building. The camera is inside the unload area, pointing TOWARD main street

Regardless of actually going to the Brazillian Carnivale, the theme and imagery of this event is featured prominently in brochures for travel agents, advertisements on TV and even in movies (even if some of them are stylised cartoons such as 'Rio'). Whether it is reality or not - this 'media' version of Carnivale is kind of what I envisioned also. As for the imagery put out by FoF in a survey - I contractually have no idea what you're talking about and as a result have no comments about the definite similarities between that and the previously mentioned 'media' version.

But Sturt remained at anchor at the dock for some time without movement - why is it only now that the river is covering up? Presently it is used only as storage area for carts etc.

Yes. It was such a shame they had to close Justice League. See below: I'm not suggesting this is to any sort of scale, but it gives a general layout. You'll notice if you look at an un-edited version of this shot (it's just google maps) you'll see that outside the 'main' structure, it has several 'lean-to' sections... you can see one of them on the right hand side of the building backstage - which is used as a maintenance store.

Hence why closing Chinatown in the first place was a bad idea.

i'm pretty sure the photo we're looking at (the one with the tarp laid down on the ground) is the unload section of river ride.

...i think we're all on the same page...

BINGO!

Brazillian drums, brightly coloured feathers, party atmosphere. Considering the big event South America is gearing up for this year, quite appropriate.

Yeah - Movie World isn't going to expand that far in that direction. There are still 'resident' issues to contend with, and nobody wants to walk 10 miles to get from one side of the park to the other (In that regard, SFMM needs a bulldozer) It is however a perfect location for a new gate. Since it's becoming a precinct of sorts, potentially they could look to include some sort of accommodation option as well... theres plenty of land there... Day at a park, dinner at AOS, sleep at the hotel... why not? Worked for Disney...

Doesn't really look like much at all.

A watered down Disney attraction still shits on most of what we see. The original plans for Disney are galactically bigger than what we dream up... so whilst their new rides and attractions may be watered down - their finished product is still a resounding 'Wow'.

If they could make arrangements for the animals on the land, that area would make for a kick-ass fourth gate park...

I think I heard something about this - another nighttime event perhaps? Sorry - i went way past the word limit for this thread.... but two thumbs up for the 'bacon' post.

Sounds like the park is falling apart! Maybe money from Abyss would have better been spent maintaining their other attractions!

Agree - it's very unlike Dreamworld to show such love, considering it was getting on in years - although, being their flagship attraction, it certainly deserved it!