After the uncertainties and early closure of last year, things are looking up for Jamberoo Action Park with a major expansion due to start in February.

The popular water park was forced to close from March last year causing them to miss out on the April school holidays before their usual winter close down.

“Had that closure occurred in summer it would’ve been devastating for the business,” says Grant Wright, Jamberoo Action Park’s Marketing Manager.

“Restrictions did fortunately ease two or three days before we were due to open at the end of September. That came as a result of significant lobbying and support from Kiama MP Gareth Ward for a new public health order which gave Jamberoo Action Park a 5000 person capacity limit. It was more than enough to get us up and running.”

Just before the Christmas peak period, restrictions were further eased to allow the park to operate under the one person per 2m2 rule.

“Given the size of the property and its accessibility it allowed us to operate without restrictions on guest limits,” says Mr Wright.

“The message is out that we are open for business and welcoming all guests as long as they are adhering to the travel and health guidelines applicable to them.”

Despite the challenges of the past year, the Park is embarking on a major new development in February, following its approval at the December Council Meeting.

The $6.5 million Velocity Falls development will be the first major ride for the park since the Perfect Storm opened in 2016.

“There will be high adrenaline water tube rides offering a variety of different experiences, depending on which particular ride you choose to take, and it will be able to process a high volume of guests which means everybody gets more action and more time,” says Mr Wright.

“It will feature more slides, significant landscaping to convey a rainforest experience, water features and there are also plans for exclusive cabanas.”

Velocity Falls is scheduled to be ready at the start of the 2021/22 season.