Dinosaur World (Creswick)
Dinosaur World (also known as The World of Dinosaurs) was a small theme park located off the Midland Highway in Creswick, Victoria, Australia. It operated from 1982 to 2002, when it relocated to Somerville, Victoria.
| Location | Creswick, Victoria, Australia |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 37°25′26″S 143°53′35″E |
| Theme | Dinosaurs |
| Owner | Keah Otto |
| Opened | 1982 |
| Closed | 2002 |
History
Dinosaur World was a 4-hectare (10-acre) Fun Park situated on 7.3 hectares (18 acres) of natural bushland and offers 18 life-size dinosaur models, native wildlife, a barbecue area, extensive playground including trampolines, swings and slides and a natural history museum.
The park was originally owned and operated by Bill and Stephanie Myers. Bill designed and built the dinosaurs himself. The park operated for 20 years before its most recent owner, Keah Otto, was forced to close its doors in 2002. She cited many issues for its closure, including the cost of insurance and Work Cover.[1]
Attractions
- 20 life size dinosaur models (opened with 16)
- Pre-Historic Men
- Aviaries
- Playground area
- Kiosk
- Opal Display
- Souvenirs
- Flying fox
- Barbecue and picnic area
- Activity room
- Fossil museum
- Walking trails
- Native wildlife
Gallery
Tyrannosaurus rex.
Triceratops.
References
- ""The Courier" - "Dinosaur park closes after almost 20 years"". 14 June 2002. Retrieved 22 November 2009.