The Yeppoon Surf Lakes prototype boasts an array of whimsical names, including the Mad Max Plunger, Steampunk Wave Pool, Thor’s Hammer, The Bobber, and The Plungster. First showcased on a large scale in 2018, this innovative wave pool captured attention as social media clips went viral, prompting international media to flock to Rockhampton’s small airport for a brief 20-minute journey to witness the spectacle.