THE MELBOURNE STAR IS COMING BACK TO LIFE
11th August 2025
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The Melbourne Star Observation Wheel is going to light up the city skyline again and is on track to be turning in 2026.
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MB Star Properties Pty Ltd, owner of the Docklands 120m tall landmark, will be restructured and reinvigorated under the new arrangement.
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The new partnership of the Melbourne Star will include the RoBu Group, Ray Cammack Shows, and Skyline Attractions. The group brings a wealth of expertise in global amusement attractions to the Melbourne Star revitalisation.
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The Melbourne Star will be managed by established Melbourne-based family business Skyline Attractions, which owns and operates several iconic wheels around Australia.
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Skyline Attractions Business Manager Jane Jones said it was a privilege to be bringing the Melbourne Star back to life.
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"As locals ourselves, it's been so sad to see the Melbourne Star sitting dormant for the past four years," Jane said. "To play a pivotal role in getting Melburnians and visitors back on the iconic observation wheel is a tremendous honour and labour of love.
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"We are committed to creating something truly exceptional, something all Melburnians can feel proud of."
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With the Melbourne Star team anticipating welcoming a quarter of a million visitors in its first year of operation, The District Docklands is thrilled to see new life breathed into the precinct.
"We are beyond thrilled to see the renewed excitement and appreciation for the Melbourne Star and the fundamental role it plays in attracting people to the precinct," said District Docklands Director of Precincts Jonathon Codman.
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"The District Docklands has always been its home, and we look forward to it lighting up Melbourne's skyline once more."
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In partnership with the District Docklands, Skyline Attractions is working with city leaders and local government to revitalise Melbourne's unrivalled entertainment and tourism industry.
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"This is a huge moment for Melbourne and a vote of confidence in the future of Docklands," said Melbourne's Lord Mayor Nick Reece.
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"The City of Melbourne has been involved in many behind-the-scenes conversations to help get the Star turning once more. We'll be working closely with Skyline Attractions to ensure a smooth process towards the relaunch."
"I'm stoked we can now celebrate openly with the rest of the city, and I can't wait for the maiden voyage."
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Further details about the relaunch of the Melbourne Star Observation Wheel will be announced in the coming months.
