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Everything posted by GoGoBoy
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It's Fright Nights not Fright Night. Can a mod please change the thread title? My OCD won't be able to cope.
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That's just shameful, especially when adding in all of the major ride removals over the last few years.
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Luna Park Ghost Train investigation episode on ABC/iView
GoGoBoy replied to khadro's topic in Theme Park Discussion
What an incredible article... even featuring the entire ride layout. Very impressive work from the ABC. Let's hope this all gets us closer to the truth. -
Makes sense to me - hopefully things will be more settled then from a COVID pov, plus the Septemeber school holidays I believe have always been a big fave for opening new attractions. Obviously they'll want to get max bang for their buck considering the large investment.
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Nope, my understanding is it was predominantly Bikash.
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I do think it's useful to know who's responsible for making the big decisions that essentially change the face of our parks. It gives an idea of possible future direction. Just look at the attractions we got when John Menzies was in charge - absolutely world class.
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It wasn't the executive claiming credit, it was me suggesting that the comment that a Village executive who is no longer with the company is responsible for the New Atlantis is not correct. I agree that there are former Village execs who deserve a lot of credit for their contributions. But my understanding is that the New Atlantis was decided on and signed off by execs who are still with the company
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Slight difference between a theme park enthusiast going for a joy ride and a theme park executive on a fact finding mission to purchase a new attraction.
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Nope. But I'm pretty sure Bikash went on a trip to China and rode the Jungle Blazer (or whatever they're called) wooden coasters by MVR in China, which convinced him to get one for SW. I also believe the decision to create a whole new 'precinct' only came about not too long before the announcement (ie. it certainly hasn't been years in the planning). I could be wrong on this, but don't think I am.
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^ That's not correct from what I've heard
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Agree with most above - WnW Syd ended up being far from what we all hoped and expected from early concept art, and the operations were abysmal. It should have been a success, but for Village it was a disaster. It may be a different case for Parques Reunidos as they acquired the park for only $40 million. It cost Village $120 million to build. In theory they may have got a deal, but the park still needs to be profitable
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Dreamworld Trip Report - Summer 2020/21
GoGoBoy replied to themagician's topic in Theme Park Discussion
The 'stage' for the Monster Truck show is just embarrassing - all of those temporary banners and paintings. Looks worse than a dodgy regional carnival! -
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Not to mention the fact that 'Fully 6' was illegible due to the font used. Plus none of the GP would know what fully 6 even means
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The New Atlantis - Construction Updates
GoGoBoy replied to themagician's topic in Theme Park Discussion
Why wouldn't they upload to YouTube? The video was shared on all their channels, including social media, and it's also on the website. -
The New Atlantis - Construction Updates
GoGoBoy replied to themagician's topic in Theme Park Discussion
I freaking love it. The graphics are great, and considering the fact it's Village Roadshow, the whole cinematic vibe makes sense. The drama! -
Hot Wheels Sidewinder Refurbishment
GoGoBoy replied to Tin Foil Hat's topic in Theme Park Discussion
It's a 25 year old coaster, so we shouldn't be surprised if that's the case. I know everyone was excited about the repaint for some reason but it was literally just lipstick on a very painful pig. -
Hot Wheels Sidewinder Refurbishment
GoGoBoy replied to Tin Foil Hat's topic in Theme Park Discussion
I'd look forward to riding if it didn't break my neck on literally every poor transition! -
Is the permanent reduction of 2 rides in addition to the many many rides that have been removed recently? Makes sense not to duplicate, but their current ride line up is lacking on so many levels, made far worse by recent removals.
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Luna Park Melbourne needs a new Coaster
GoGoBoy replied to HyprCoastr19's topic in Theme Park Discussion
Love those coaster options. We all know Lindsay Fox has a lot of money, so he could easily afford to make an investment into the park such as this, if he wanted to. Remember all those plans he told the media he had to restore the park to its former glory when he bought the place? Interesting, isn't it. -
The New Atlantis - Construction Updates
GoGoBoy replied to themagician's topic in Theme Park Discussion
Perhaps, but few theme parks are getting the same massive level of investment as Energylandia. Apparently their government contributes to it. A fairer comparison would be to compare SW to parks with similar attendance levels, and without massive financial backing. -
The New Atlantis - Construction Updates
GoGoBoy replied to themagician's topic in Theme Park Discussion
I wonder if final judgement of the entire precinct should be reserved until it's actually completed? What we're seeing is stage one. From all accounts, the majority of the theming was going to be applied to Leviathan and surrounds