Durban's Stadium Generates R4m

Mephisto_Helix said:
I have it on extremely good authority that the actual number is closer to 10k people being on/in it ...... no doubt it will be a feature (duh, it can't not be) when it's running properly and they sort out proper safety standards but one has to ask why they need to exaggerate the figures now?
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How long does the trip last?
 
I'm glad they are making an effort to get in some cash...even if its a drop in the ocean.
 
Ok now LancelotSA and Mila I think it's time for us to tell you guys to get a room...:D
 
Mephisto_Helix said:
I have it on extremely good authority that the actual number is closer to 10k people being on/in it ...... no doubt it will be a feature (duh, it can't not be) when it's running properly and they sort out proper safety standards but one has to ask why they need to exaggerate the figures now?
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....they've apparently all conspired to lie to the public....

9 March 2010

According to Lara Mcleod, the stadium's public relations officer, the stadium is proving to be a nucleus of activity as visitors flock to experience the adventure walk, stadium tour, or to ride the most popular attraction – the SkyCar.
Public response

"More than 60 000 people have taken part in at least one of the facilities at the stadium in just 12 weeks, and we are extremely pleased with how the public has responded," she said.

Mcleod said the SkyCar itself has attracted around 44 000 guests since it opened on 30 November, making it a key tourist attraction in the city.
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Monday, 26 April 2010

The popular Moses Mabhida Stadium SkyCar has now carried 80 000 visitors safely up and down the arch to the viewing platform 106 metres above the pitch - over the Easter weekend alone nearly 4000 people enjoyed Durban's newest attraction. Every single person has been safe in the SkyCar, undoubtedly one of the safest tourist attractions in South Africa.
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You can do the rest yourself....

http://www.google.co.za/search?q=how+many+people+have+been+on+the+moses+mabhida+sky+car
 
JungleBoy said:
Ok now LancelotSA and Mila I think it's time for us to tell you guys to get a room...:D
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No chance! If she wants to question me having a brain I'll expose her lack of intelligence! ;)


Although she has expressed an interest in my large penis! :D
 
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lol, Lance .... it's inside info I heard, not press releases. I see in those ones you quoted, no mention was made of the times it broke down while at the top and people had to walk precariously back down. It even made the Mercury ;)
 
Mephisto_Helix said:
lol, Lance .... it's inside info I heard, not press releases. I see in those ones you quoted, no mention was made of the times it broke down while at the top and people had to walk precariously back down. It even made the Mercury ;)
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Um, you may have noticed my search, which I provided a link for, clearly stated : how many people have been on the moses mabhida sky car

Why should reference have been made to the times it broke down in the search results? That is not what this thread is about and not what was being argued by you and Mila?
 
I don't think they are trying to hide the fact that the Sky Car broke down. They told us that they have identified the problem as being caused by a faulty data cable and they said they were waiting for a replacement cable to be delivered from overseas. It would have been a more serious issue if it was a design flaw.

I will definitely give it a try again when it is fixed, even if it's after the SWC as I might not be in DBN until after the WC.
 
alf101 said:
I'n sure it is amazing.
The stadium in Cape Town is also amazing.
If they built 10 more stadiums just like that all over Cape Town, I'd be amazed and say well done.

My issue is not that they are "crap" stadiums, its that we really don't need them. we don't need to waste taxpayers money on them either.

Yes! There are many benefits that trickle down, because new roads etc are being built, but they spend Fall on roads for 20 years - so they kinda needed to do that anyway.

I am really not happy to see my tax money wasted like this.
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Why on earth do you think the stadiums are a waste of money? Didn't CT bid for the right to host the Olympic Games a while back? Let's say they won the bid, where were they going to host the Olympics?
 
alf101 said:
I'n sure it is amazing.
The stadium in Cape Town is also amazing.
If they built 10 more stadiums just like that all over Cape Town, I'd be amazed and say well done.

My issue is not that they are "crap" stadiums, its that we really don't need them. we don't need to waste taxpayers money on them either.

Yes! There are many benefits that trickle down, because new roads etc are being built, but they spend Fall on roads for 20 years - so they kinda needed to do that anyway.

I am really not happy to see my tax money wasted like this.
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Whenever anyone says this I always wonder whether they have played Sims (is it Sims)? Where your citizens are unhappy but then you build them a stadium and their happiness increases! ;)

Yes, a stadium may not be one of the first needs someone has but it is part of any big city. Yes, we had Kings Park but it was starting to get the feeling that it was very piecemeal with all the extensions it has had over time. I'm sure it could have been renovated at great expense. Your taxes have not gone up in the past few years so there is no extra pain for you anyway. What else would you like them to use it on? No one is ever happy seeing their money being spent but that is life. Taxes are here to stay.

This article at least shows that the stadium that you have spent "your" money on (EDIT : oops wait you are in CT ;) ) is capable of creating a sustainable income going forward. It has also given Durban something like the Eiffel Tower. Something tourists want to see and go up. (And I eagerly await a thrashing from those questioning how I can even compare the two.)
 
Mila said:
They could have taken it off it's still very pretty even if you can not go up there with a car.
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R4,000,000 in revenue so far... people don't have to pay money to look at the stadium. The money comes from the activities. Unless of course you are referring to the fact that you can still walk up but this will eliminate income from a large number of people. No elderly, no young kids, no unhealthy, no unfit....
 
JungleBoy said:
Don't you think it would be silly to start a thread and then put people on ignore...?
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You started it not me..... soooooooo yes probably in any case I leave them there for a few days then take them out. I cannot resist seeing people get all up tight..:twisted:

Specialy when they got me all wrong.:D
 
alf101 said:
Wait till you start paying over 60% of your income in taxes, I know its hard for you to understand as you're only getting pocket money from your mom at the moment.
But you'll learn in a few years time.
Like the Greeks are...
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My problem is that they make it sound as if the cable car will prevent this. LOL!!
 
Didn't CT bid for the right to host the Olympic Games a while back? Let's say they won the bid, where were they going to host the Olympics?
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Funny enough, massive overspending on the Olympics is touted as one of the reasons for the the current Greek bankruptcy.

In fact the only definite profit making games in the last 40 years were in Los Angeles where (colour me effing suprised) they used old stadia.

Now then Mila and co. (and Cape Town Guy, I'm sure he will be along soon enough) etc. I'm not sure what your background is, whether you are tied to the WC stadia or the bid, whether you studied or are interested in economics, what income group you fall into, how you vote.

But know this:

These stadia will be funded by the taxpayer. Remember (nb. lesson for CTG) that when government pays for something, it is not Governments money, it is our money, the taxpayers. Any expenses by government must come from some source, whether it be increased tax or taking from social spending.

My problem with you guys is that you never have any criticism for any part of the building, planning or in fact for any part of our preparations for the WC.

Contrary to your belief the vast majority of World Cup preparation critics on this forum are in fact excited by the coming World Cup. We are however worried about what we consider massive overspending on stadia and other frivolous spending. Also take into account our reservations about where and how the money is spent - such as upgrading Greenpoint (already rich) vs Athlone (poor) vs Newlands (already existing).

I can only put your absolute support for anything and everything the WC planners have done down to possible economic naivety, youthfulness and possible political partisanry.

I am sure the Word cup is going to be an absolute success. I am however very worried about the Post party.
 
Moron noodle said:
Funny enough, massive overspending on the Olympics is touted as one of the reasons for the the current Greek bankruptcy.

In fact the only definite profit making games in the last 40 years were in Los Angeles where (colour me effing suprised) they used old stadia.

Now then Mila and co. (and Cape Town Guy, I'm sure he will be along soon enough) etc. I'm not sure what your background is, whether you are tied to the WC stadia or the bid, whether you studied or are interested in economics, what income group you fall into, how you vote.

But know this:

These stadia will be funded by the taxpayer. Remember (nb. lesson for CTG) that when government pays for something, it is not Governments money, it is our money, the taxpayers. Any expenses by government must come from some source, whether it be increased tax or taking from social spending.

My problem with you guys is that you never have any criticism for any part of the building, planning or in fact for any part of our preparations for the WC.

Contrary to your belief the vast majority of World Cup preparation critics on this forum are in fact excited by the coming World Cup. We are however worried about what we consider massive overspending on stadia and other frivolous spending. Also take into account our reservations about where and how the money is spent - such as upgrading Greenpoint (already rich) vs Athlone (poor) vs Newlands (already existing).

I can only put your absolute support for anything and everything the WC planners have done down to possible economic naivety, youthfulness and possible political partisanry.

I am sure the Word cup is going to be an absolute success. I am however very worried about the Post party.
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And here it comes.... wait for it wait

They will be telling you to shut up soon.

I agree 100% with you. Greece were bankrupt howmany years after the Olympics?
 
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