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That’s correct. They refitted out the store to bring it back

They were running the spinning train all night. It was very popular. At the start of the night they had both trains running. I didn’t do the spinning seats because it probably would’ve made me sick, but I spoke to a few people and they all loved it. The experience will really come down to who you’re on it with, or if you are doing it on your own. Speaking to the ride ops, they said one staff member went on it yesterday by themselves and they were constantly spinning like crazy the entire time. A few photos from the night that captures the queue setup and station Info and queue wait time sign This sign is at the very start of the queue The queue then splits into 4 half way up Where the queue splits to 4 (you can see the orange chain in the bottom of the picture above, is where the general queue returns back down the ramp and back up again (this is the extended queue when it’s busy) These storage lockers are actually the old ones from Wipeout, that has been refurbished The station looks fantastic, especially at night

I was lucky enough to attend the VIP launch event tonight and was able to ride Steel Taipan 3 times in varying seats (back, front middle). Firstly, wow that’s an awesome coaster. Everyone is in for a real treat, especially if you haven’t ridden this model of coaster before. It’s fast paced, exciting and thrilling. I love the triple launch. Everyone might not like it and would prefer a single launch, but I personally love it. The first launch eases you into it, but the second and third launches pack a punch. There is so much more airtime throughout the coaster than I was expecting. Other than the mid course brake run, there isn’t a moment for you to relax, as there are so many components to this coaster. I’m going to ride it a few more times before making this verdict, but I think I might prefer it over Rivals. The coaster was very smooth and comfortable, especially towards the back (which was my preferred seat). The whole area has come together really well. There are a few little details throughout that are a nice tough. But overall, I think it’s well laid out, offers so many vantage points of the ride and is definitely the parks landmark attraction.

I’d say on a quieter day where they aren’t filling every gondola, if someone were just over the weight limit, it would be okay. Or even if there were some kids on the ride with larger adults. But if everyone on the gondola is almost at or over the weight limit, then there would be an issue

That 3D map is still disappointing but at least they have the printable one as well

This looks like a really good addition for the park and makes great use of this large area. I feel like the whole back area of the park will have more energy now that it has seating, a kids splash zone and attractions for all ages

That’s a VRTP specialty

LEGO store reopens this Friday

How good does that look. While there is always even more they could have done, but that would’ve required a lot more money. What they have created looks great and for me, is one of the best aesthetics and areas we’ve got for a coaster (I always liked AA, but that’s no more). It looks fresh, consistent, thought out and provides a modern look that will last for years and won’t require refurbishing every couple years. And I’m so glad they fixed that concrete and they are giving the pathway leading towards it some attention

Chances of it opening this Friday in-line with WnWs new tower?

The queue for ST and BS are much further away from each other than you might think. The queue for ST is pretty big too, which some long switchbacks. The queue would need to be at least 3 hours long before it to reach all the way to BS. Anyways, that area is now closed off from the public and the old queue building is bordered up and can’t be accessed

Your kid got bored after 30 minutes at White Christmas? When you say you had an awesome day/night, does that mean you were at the park during the day too

I would pay the price, but I don’t think my stomach could handle it

Or maybe not

Maybe because of the rain they haven’t been able to repaint it yet?

Screenshots from some friends stories on Instagram

Nope, happens with almost every ride. Soft opening means it could only be open for a couple hours on one day and then be closed for the next couple days. There is no way to predict it, but allows the park to trial their operations and fix any issues before it’s offical opening when it will be operating all day, non stop

LEGO store is getting an external repaint. And the glass doors that were facing the fountain have been removed

Hotdog and Sunkist stands are back. New shade sails in ocean parade and the standing tiger is back

All the rides track and structure is gone, just the station building remains, which seems to be staying for now

Station has a new ceiling

I don’t know anything offical, but because the walls are down I’d say we will see a soft opening in a few days. Today staff were undergoing training and maintenance staff were doing final checks/tests

I do hope so, but the fact that the walls are down and you can walk on it, doesn’t give me high hopes that it will be done before opening. Fingers crossed

Construction fencing is down

I don’t mind if they bring back the 3D map, but they need to invest some serious time into improving it and making it represent what’s actually there, instead of big yellow boxes. But they should also still keep the 2D one because some people prefer that. And while we are being picky with it, The aviary is still open, but isn’t shown And they have removed Billabong and the Wiggles House, but the pathway is roughly drawn too