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.
Adventure Park Geelong has been named a finalist in the 2026 Victorian Tourism Awards. It is the park's first nomination in the major tourist attraction category, after gold wins in 2019 and 2022. Managing director Leanne Salmon said the park has grown from a seasonal water park opened in 1996 into a year-round family destination with 24 rides. She credited seasonal events such as Winter Glow and the Christmas Festival of Lights. The winners will be announced on 26 November.
Six Flags has temporarily closed nine roller-coasters across the United States and Canada after a man was thrown from a ride and died at Six Flags over Georgia. Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, 42, was ejected from the Goliath coaster and fell to his death, striking several people on the way. Police and a state agency that oversees ride inspections are investigating how he came out of his seat and whether his restraints were faulty. Six Flags has not said why the other coasters were shut or what checks will be done before they reopen.
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A man is dead after he was reportedly thrown from the Goliath rollercoaster at Six Flags Over Georgia on Monday afternoon. The Cobb County Police Department confirmed one death and several injuries. The man has not been identified and the circumstances of his death are not yet clear. Riders were removed from the ride by workers after the incident left them stuck on an incline, and safety inspectors remain at the scene. Six Flags said it was deeply saddened and is cooperating fully with local authorities.
