Noosa News
Showfest organisers say onlookers ‘stressed’ by Cairns showgrounds accident, woman in stable condition
The organisers of an event where a woman plummeted several metres from a carnival ride say they have not been given any specific information about what caused the horrific incident.
Key points:
- A 25-year-old woman fell from The Hangover ride at Cairns showgrounds on Saturday
- The carnival was run by an independent group called Showfest
- Showfest has deleted its Facebook page to stop speculation and rumours about the incident
A 25-year-old woman is in a stable condition at Cairns Hospital, where she was rushed on Saturday evening after falling out of The Hangover ride at the Cairns showgrounds.
Event organisers Showfest expressed their deep concern for the woman’s wellbeing in a statement posted to their website.
“As organisers of Showfest,…
-
Noosa News24 hours agoThis 42-Kilometre Walking Trail on the NSW North Coast Weaves Through Ancient Rainforest, Volcanic Mountains and Spectacular Waterfalls
-
Noosa News22 hours agoQueensland cop cleared by court of stealing watches during anti-gang raid
-
Noosa News22 hours agoEaster weather forecast: What to expect in Sydney, Perth, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Canberra
-
Noosa News23 hours agoAnother power station confirmed offline as political fallout continues amid cultural issues