Australian Amusement Fanatics

Posted: **Mon Jul 21, 2008 5:54 pm**

"World Tourist Attractions Australia is proud to announce the arrival in 2008 of a new 60m wheel, in partnership with the South Bank Corporation. The wheel is located at the South Bank in the heart of Brisbane's cultural, lifestyle and entertainment district.

After a brief introduction to the facilities available, passengers enter one of the 42 fully enclosed, climate controlled capsules and are gently lifted to a height of 60 meters for a spectacular view of the city. Lasting approximately 13 minutes, the wheel experience also features a commentary pointing out local landmarks.

We welcome visitors with disabilities to The Wheel of Brisbane. Wheelchair users please note that the door width is 74cm, however standard wheelchairs are available on site, subject to availability.

Tickets can be purchased in person from the ticket office located at the wheel, advanced booking, at discounted rates, is also available via our online system

The Wheel of Brisbane at South Bank is owned and operated by World Tourist Attractions Australia Pty Ltd."

Pricing:

Online:

Adult : $13.50
Child (3-12 years) : $9.00
Child (1-3 years) : $1.80
Infant : FREE
Private Gondola : $85.50
Onsite:

Adult : $15.00
Child (3-12 years) : $10.00
Child (1-3 years) : $2.00
Infant : FREE
Private Gondola : $95.00

Posted: **Tue Jul 22, 2008 8:16 am**

Wow, so the wheel has opened. There must be something in the air with all these wheels coming over. The Melbourne one isn't complete yet but should be soon and that should be a good wheel too. Hurri, will you be giving us a review on the wheel?

Posted: **Tue Jul 22, 2008 2:21 pm**

is this the portable Sky Wheel?

Posted: **Tue Jul 22, 2008 5:52 pm**

No, it is a R60 Nauta Bussnik Model. The same type as the Sea World Eye and the one in Korea that had the accident. The wheel is currently under construction and as of yesterday the big A Frame supports are installed.

And yes... If Princess or someone from AAF sponsors me the $15 to ride it, i'll go on it! Matt... maybe we should head down when it's open

Posted: **Tue Jul 22, 2008 6:37 pm**

Dan, it may be worth a visit and a ride. I will try not to scream.

Posted: **Tue Jul 22, 2008 6:41 pm**

YOU! You screaming? I thought this was meant to be... MY horror ride!

Princess, you might have to fly up on Jetstar for the day to film both of us on this ride...

Posted: **Tue Jul 22, 2008 6:43 pm**

I truly do not believe it.

Posted: **Tue Jul 22, 2008 6:45 pm**

What is it exactly you don't believe, Princess?

Posted: **Tue Jul 22, 2008 6:47 pm**

You and MATTIE, is it the height

Posted: **Tue Jul 22, 2008 6:48 pm**

Lol, so are you going to fly up in a few weeks when it's open and take me and Matt for a joyride?

Posted: **Sun Aug 03, 2008 9:08 pm**

Just letting you know, the frame for the Wheel of Brisbane is completed. It is just awaiting gondolas and ground work.

Posted: **Mon Aug 04, 2008 7:57 am**

I am told it is the same wheel that was leased by Seaworld. (lease now expired due to council permit for Seaworld skyline)

Can anyone confirm?

Posted: **Mon Aug 04, 2008 3:11 pm**

Well... considering this is the same model as the Sea World Eye (R60) And leased by the same company, It would make sense that this would indeed be the Ex. Sea World Eye.

I can not however confirm that it is until the Gondola's are in place. If they are the same blue color then it would be the Ex. Sea World Eye. It just wouldn't make sense to have a new wheel shipped from the UK to Australia when there is one of the exact same model sitting around in SEQ.

Posted: **Mon Aug 04, 2008 3:43 pm**

I was in Melbourne in May and I took a photo of this one being constructed. Pretty impressive.

Posted: **Mon Aug 04, 2008 3:52 pm**

That would be the "Southern Star" Ferris wheel in the docklands.

The wheel I am referring to is the Ex. Sea World Eye.

The Melbourne one is 120m high, and the Brisbane one is just under half the height.

Posted: **Mon Aug 04, 2008 5:33 pm**

All we need is a new beaut big one in Sydney somewhere. But I spose we have the Luna Park one and thats in a great spot. Can't wait to see both wheels finished. And great to see World Tourist Attractions interested in Australia

Posted: **Mon Aug 04, 2008 6:31 pm**

Yeah... it's good for them... but what about me?

Posted: **Tue Aug 05, 2008 6:48 am**

They should boot SKY VIEW and get that beast onto the capitals.... if Europe can do it ey.... haha

Posted: **Tue Aug 05, 2008 7:13 am**

I can only imagine having this beast at our capitals!

Posted: **Tue Aug 05, 2008 7:50 am**

I am sorry, but there is something really good about skymaster, it is so good to have the wind in your hair, feel the sun on your face as you look out over the carnival area, (ok rain can be a problem), I really cannot put my finger on just what it is, are we now looking at another classic ride going from our midst, for the sanitised european models.

Posted: **Tue Aug 05, 2008 5:30 pm**

I'll have to ride skymaster next year at Sydney. Get some good photo shots too

Posted: **Tue Aug 05, 2008 5:54 pm**

I have not got any inclination to go on these new model wheels at all, Zamperla even commented that he could not see anything when he rode it one night, because it was all fogged up on the inside.

Posted: **Tue Aug 05, 2008 9:20 pm**

Not only that, but they are shaped in such a way where your view outside is totally distorted.... it's kinda annoying... Skymaster is great for photos.

Posted: **Wed Aug 06, 2008 12:42 am**

No, nothing of the sort Princess, you must be getting confused with Leonardo in Titanic.

Posted: **Wed Aug 06, 2008 7:39 am**

Or was it the dripping from the Aircon, (memory is a funny thing, as you get on

)