Joe bought Penny Royal in 2013 and brought it back to life.

Originally developed by Roger Smith in 1979, it was sold to various operators before ending up closed for a decade and left in a state of total disrepair.

Joe was keen to restore the theme park to its former glory as Tasmania’s only theme park and an important part of Launceston’s heritage. After spending 20 million dollars to redevelop the complex, it was opened on 18th March 2016.

The redevelopment involved the carful restoration of the original buildings to fit them out with new restaurants, cafes and bars.