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[KJBrissy]

Originally Posted by Gaz4007

Just wondering what is happing to the car park on Albert St, the big one with the Coffee Club underneath? Which has been removed - I was looking on here but couldn't find any info - sorry if it's here with a thread. And does anyone know which store on Albert Street is getting the new Krispy Kreme?? I remember a while back on here a little debate on doughnuts

Looks like the corner of Albert and Adelaide where the Coffee Club used to be.

[BrizzyChris]

Does anyone know if there is a structure plan for the Toowong area or if there is one being considered in the near future?

[Gaz4007]

No actually - there was one under that car park. And thank you justdigi for replying to my Q. Yes that other Coffee Club you speak of KJBrissy has gone, every shop around that CBA building has gone.

[Aussie Bhoy]

Story on ABC news about Brisbane getting a 60m version of the London Eye, to be located at Southbank. I'd rather see them go for 100m + with this if they really want it to look impressive. I wonder if they have the Sea World one in mind, it's about that size.

http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2...09/2184397.htm

[BrizzyChris]

What a waste of money that would be.

[Orfeo]

^
It's being privately run, so i'm not sure why it would be a waste of money?

Do you mean to go on it?

[BrizzyChris]

A waste to go on it.

[Malt]

im sure the asian tourists wont think its a waste

[beastjim]

A little more information from the Premiers office. I have never really been near similar things but are the prices mentioned at the bottom maybe a little steep?

Premier
The Honourable Anna Bligh
09/03/2008
BIG WHEEL comes to South Bank.

Visitors to Brisbane's South Bank will soon be able to soar 60 metres into the sky for a panoramic view of the city, river and mountains with the arrival of a giant observation wheel.

The Big Wheel is expected to be in place by May 10 - to mark celebrations for the 20th anniversary of World Expo '88.

"We've always know Brisbane was a beautiful place and now we'll have a new way to show our family and visitors alike," Premier Anna Bligh said.

"The southern end of South Bank's Cultural Forecourt is currently under utilized - an overlooked section of the 17 hectare parkland site.

"In addition I believe we can do more to make the most riverfront area near QPAC with its beautiful views of the CBD.

"One suggestion could be to open up the bottom of the QPAC building on the river side to allow cafes, restaurants and retailers like bookstores to open up this stretch to more people.

"Sadly at the moment it serves mostly as a footpath.

"I think we can do better and I urge anyone with an interest in the precinct to email or write with their suggestions to thepremier@premiers.qld.gov.au or mark their envelope 'South Bank proposal' and mail it to PO Box 15185, City East. Qld. 4002.

"I would like to see the southern end of Cultural Forecourt become a lively family friendly place, a good place to be every day of the year.

"In the meantime the arrival of the giant wheel will give visitors and locals a new way of seeing our city, its river, Botanic Gardens and the Story Bridge.

"The 60 metre Big Wheel will give 336 people in 42 gondolas, per ride, the chance to enjoy South Bank and a new perspective on Brisbane.

"Weighing in at some 365 tonnes, the giant observation wheel will be positioned above the existing Flag Court Fountain which will have improved lighting and water jets," the Premier said.

The UK company which will provide the giant wheel (World Tourist Attractions) has provided similar huge wheels in London's Hyde Park, Spain and Germany.

The CEO of South Bank Corporation, Malcolm Snow said the likely costs for a family to ride on the observation world would be around $40 (two adults + two children).

"We expect adults will pay somewhere between $15 - $20 dollars and children between $10 and $15 per ride," Mr Snow said.

"I expect it will stay on site for the next two years to become part of the celebrations for Queensland's 150th anniversary," he said.

[SEQ92]

If that is the prices, than that is a big big rip off. To only go 60m high, and pay $20, is just a waste. I am sure you could get a better view ontop of the story bridge or even City Hall clock tower (not sure what you can now see from there though )

[beastjim]

Well its a bargain compared to the Story Bridge Adventure Climb: Cheapest with them is $110 for an Adult and $82.50 Concession. And less effort as well.

[bribri]

Nice to see that the flag court fountains will be switched back on too.
Would be great to see all the other civic fountains back on as well.

[brisbanite]

The ferris wheel is from the british company that owns the ferris wheel in York, England and is exactly the same size. Its a little smaller than the 200m giant they are building in Beijing but its something and not costing us a red herring to have it here.

Pic of the ferris wheel in York

[BrizzyChris]

How many can fit in the pods? 4, 5?

[brisbanite]

Originally Posted by BrizzyChris

How many can fit in the pods? 4, 5?

8 according to the figures from the news release.

[Aussie Bhoy]

It looks like the same as the one at Seaworld. The gondolas are pretty cramped, they squeeze you in.

I've been on the London Eye, and it is much bigger and excellent. Its pods fit about 20 people and you can walk around.

If we are going to have this, it needs to be big, doing it half-arsed will fail.

[Danubis]

Originally Posted by brisbanite

Its a little smaller than the 200m giant they are building in Beijing but its something and not costing us a red herring to have it here.

are red herring's notoriously overpriced?

[Dale]

Originally Posted by Danubis

are red herring's notoriously overpriced?

I can confirm that they are overused.

[NCC1701D]

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts to open Brisbane store
Daniel Sankey | March 7, 2008 - 8:43AM

Krispy Kreme Doughnuts will celebrate the announcement of the location of its first store in Queensland with an Australian Idol-style search for its first intake of staff.

Krispy Kreme Australia CEO John McGuigan said Albert Street in Brisbane's CBD would be be the home of the popular chain's first store in Queensland. The store will be supplied by doughnuts cooked daily at a new facility in Logan, south of Brisbane.

"In coming to Queensland we're looking to employ up to 100 people across our retail and production operations," Mr McGuigan said.

"We are delighted to call Albert St home for our first store, and all our efforts will be geared towards opening the doors to the people of Queensland very soon."

While the opening date for the new store has not yet been revealed, an open recruitment drive will be held next Saturday, March 15 at the Conrad Treasury Hotel.

In what's shaping as an Australian Idol-type talent search, interested jobseekers simply need to turn up with a copy of their resume to the first session at 10am.

"Building the Queensland team is an exciting step for us. We are passionate about creating a fun working environment as we recognise that if our people are happy, then we have not only created a great place to work, but also an environment that delivers a quality customer experience," Mr McGuigan said.

http://www.krispykreme.com.au/stores/qld.cfm

[brisbanite]

I don't understand the big fuss about Krispy Kreme donuts as I thought they ok but not outstanding and overpriced. Give me a good old cinnamon donut like the ones at the ekka anyday.