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‘Will never leave me’: It’s been 10 years since the Dreamworld tragedy

A decade after four people died on the Thunder River Rapids ride at Dreamworld on the Gold Coast, former staff member Michael Clancy is sharing his story. He was diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder after facing abuse and threats in the months after the incident. A parrot named Archie helped him recover, and he went on to start Parrots for Purpose. The organisation has given away more than 700 birds to people who need emotional support.

‘Will never leave me’: It’s been 10 years since the Dreamworld tragedy
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Dreamworld tragedy witness describes 'sheer panic' moment, 10 years on

Ten years after four people died on the Thunder River Rapids ride at Dreamworld, witnesses are still recalling the scene. On October 25, 2016, a pump failure left a raft stranded and another raft collided with it. A coronial inquest later found systemic failures, and Queensland introduced tougher theme park rules. Dreamworld says it has strengthened safety, but a safety expert argues boards of directors should face greater accountability.

Dreamworld tragedy witness describes 'sheer panic' moment, 10 years on

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