Gold Coast theme parks to reopen and workers ready for the show

Like workers across the country, theme park employees have been without jobs, but now they’re ready to return and put on a show.

Thousands of Gold Coast theme parks staff are primed to blow away patrons again with the attractions weeks from reopening.

Stunt performers, animal carers and more are among a majority of 5000 staff on the cusp of returning like Sea World Thunderlake Stunt Show’s Simon Mallory who says performers Australia wide have been staying in contact and are ready to go.

Village Roadshow theme parks are ready to reopen, just ask their entertainers, animals and characters! Thunderlake Stunt show host Simon Mallory relaxing before throwing into another gear. Picture Glenn Hampson

“Lots of the crew are from interstate so everyone is in different areas. Luckily, they live on lakes and rivers, so they can keep their skiing skills up. They’re all fit, healthy and because they’re country folk haven’t been in the hot spots so will be right to come back into the state.”

Mr Mallory has been on $1500-a-fortnight JobKeeper which he said helped staff stay positive in recent months.

Australian Outback Spectacular equine manager and dog trainer Heidi Mackay has worked through despite the March 23 shut down but said the animals she cares for have been waiting for everything to return to normal.

Australian Outback Spectacular equine manager and dog trainer Heidi Mackay ready for Village Roadshow theme parks to reopen. Picture Glenn Hampson

“My staff have a special bond with the animals, and the animals have been missing them and can’t wait to see each other again,” she said.

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