The Skyneedle, Brisbane
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The Skyneedle is a prominent feature of the Brisbane skyline which was constructed for Expo '88.
The 88 m landmark was earmarked for relocation to Tokyo's Disneyworld (following the completion of Expo '88). However, hairdresser Stefan Ackerie stepped in and purchased the Skyneedle, which was then relocated to the Stefan HQ at South Brisbane.
The Skyneedle' light, which is capable of emitting a beam of light that may be seen 60 km away, is rarely seen except on special occasions, because of safety concerns for flight paths around Brisbane Airport.
On 4 November 2006, the Skyneedle was fire damaged due to an electrical fault. Subsequent investigations have found that the fault was most likely caused by bird droppings. Ackerie has stated that it will be restored to its former glory. On 5 November 2006, Ackerie revealed that the Skyneedle will be technologically overhauled with the additional feature of a sound system.
