Danica Bryant

Guest writer

Lover of theme parks, comics and all things Britney Spears, Danica Bryant is a Wellington-based pop culture writer and musician, typically found wearing exclusively pink.

One does not go fully upside down – but that’s exactly what Cloud 9 offered (Image: Tina Tiller)

A royally good time: The rise and fall of Christchurch’s QEII Fun Park

The Queen may not have loved rollercoasters, but we built her one anyway.

By Danica Bryant | 14th March, 2025

Cannonball Run in action. (Photos: Footrot Flats / Leisureland group on Facebook)

The twisty-turny tale of Cannonball Run, New Zealand’s forgotten rollercoaster

With its humble origins, questionable safety record and nomadic character, the Cannonball Run shouldn't be consigned to the dustbin of history.

By Danica Bryant | 6th August, 2024