SUMMER THRILLS
HAVE THE BEST DAY OUT WITH THE KIDS ON THESE NEW RIDES AND EXPERIENCES
ADVENTURE PARK GEELONG, VIC
This summer, a massive tidal wave is headed for Victoria in the form of the new triple funnel Tsunami waterslide at Adventure Park Geelong. The water theme park has just opened the $4 million ride, one of only two triple funnel slides in Australia. The Tsunami stands at a staggering 7.5 storeys high and 172m in length and can take up to four guests per raft through three fast mega funnels of menacing water rapids. Expect colossal tidal waves and raging waters that twirl and suck riders down a series of high-speed rapids, snaking tunnels and whirlpool funnels. It’s an epic adrenaline rush for all. The Tsunami is the second stage of an $8 million investment into the everevolving water park, which is an hour’s drive from Melbourne. adventurepark.com.au.
SEA WORLD, QLD
Keen to see amazing feats of skill? Then head to Sea World’s newest multimillion-dollar ski show, Thunder Lake Stunt Show. The theme park has partnered with Australia’s leading stunt crew, Showtime FMX, to produce an awe-inspiring show that includes some of the best waterski, jetski and BMX performers in the country and features world-class stunts, action and comedy. It’s like Westside Story on the lake. The Thunder Lake Stunt Show centres around the Sun State All Stars and the Bay City River Rats, with the two rival groups colliding in an epic showdown of extreme stunts and action. The Thunder Lake Stunt Show will run twice daily. seaworld.com.au.
WARNER BROS MOVIE WORLD, QLD
Serious movie fans should head to Warner Bros Movie World this summer to view the WB Studio Showcase, which features more than 30 authentic costumes, in addition famous cars and props from the silver screen. You’ll view signature set pieces, props and costumes from The Great Gatsby, A Star Is Born, Mad Max, Wonder
Woman, Shazam! and Suicide Squad. Highlights include the Duesenberg car from The Great Gatsby, Margot Robbie’s Harley Quinn costume from Suicide Squad, the thrones from Shazam! and casual and stage costumes worn by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper in their recent hit, A Star Is Born. movieworld.com.au.
DREAMWORLD, QLD
Dreamworld on the Gold Coast recently announced a new $30 million roller-coaster. Expect plenty of thrills on the new coaster, which is being built by one of the world’s most reputable roller-coaster manufacturers, Mack Rides of Germany. The design is based on the highly successful Mack Blue Fire Launch coaster, which operates in 14 locations around the world, including Europa Park, Disney Hollywood Studios and Cedar Fair Carowinds. And it regularly features as one of the best ranked coaster experiences in the world.
What can thrill seekers expect? The 1.2km ride includes multiple inversions, reaching speeds of 105km/h. It will also have the world’s first separate spinning gondola attached to the rear of the roller-coaster train. dreamworld.com.au.
CARNIVAL SPLENDOR CRUISE SHIP
When the 3012-guest Carnival Splendor cruise ship sailed into Australian waters in December she showed off a brand-new slide named Green Lightning. The new slide, which is part of the Carnival
Splendor’s green and gold Waterworks, is a thunderous endeavour. Towering 50 metres above the waterline (that’s the height of the Sydney Harbour Bridge), those tackling Green Lightning will launch with an impressive 11.3-metre freefall drop as the capsule floor opens, followed by a slingshot curve, twisting and sliding riders into a giant green swirling bowl. If that’s not enough, there’s the 104-metrelong Twister Waterslide to try out, as well as Miniracer slides for the little ones. The water theme park is just one of the fun family attractions on the ship – there are also two pools, two spas, a sports deck with mini golf, as well as a running track and sports courts. The ship is the length of three football fields and is 14 decks high. carnival.com.au.