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Tell me you are losing pass holders without telling me… Another new pass, basically the original One Pass Lite with blockout dates/locals restriction. In other news in multi-day tickets they have introduced a 10 day pass for $199 and removed the 5 day. 3/7/10 being the current offerings Funnily enough a Saver Annual Pass is $10 cheaper than the new 10 day offering.

The key to not being disappointed with VRTP at the moment is not having any expectations

Not exactly, there is a seperate ticketing product that includes entry from 2PM. That post is a little deceptive though, but I am sure the book now link goes to that.

As part of FN this year VRTP have partnered with Taste Labs AI Pty Ltd on an interactive experience. They posted an AI filled video teaser on their Instagram last night and received a ton of comments on lazy AI use and a couple comparing the promised “rewards” to Village Key and Tiktok subscriptions. After all the backlash they removed the post, website is still live however. https://app.horrorquest.xyz/offer

New annual pass for Seniors has been released, basically the Saver Pass for $40 cheaper with age restrictions.

I get it’s not an apple’s for apple’s comparison but I love that they have removed the Sky Coaster while WNW GC’s has been left to rot right at the very front of the park.

If theming is anything close to the concept I will be very happy.

Very much what I heard, Universal (the new owners of Dreamworks since the initial agreement) gave them a lot of grief with Trolls Village too.

Yeah so FrightsNights.com.au has been updated to state 2026 mazes (with nothing changed apart from 2025 to 2026). Very disappointing but not surprised.

Correct, single park Annual Pass’s have not been available since the VIP pass launced. Definitely a bit off, I paid $299 for a 3 Park “MyFun Mega Pass” for the year before VIP came out. Was not thrilled by the $50 Q150 pass coming out with 6 months validity. Single park passes were around the price a Sea World Annual is now IIRC, I also remember “Shop-a-dockets” had a deal for an Annual Single Park Pass for $99 occasionally . I think this product purely exists to make the 4 Park Passes look good value, I can’t see take up of this product likely compared to $99 Dreamworld pass and the comments on FB reflect this. If they want to actually sell a Sea World Annual, they absolutely missed the park making it $169.

FrightNights.com.au is teasing presale begins August 13th. What I have heard Eternal Dark, Krypt of Kain & DCeased Maze returning. WB Horror Encounters returning (Evil Dead Burn (New) , Clayface (New), Pennywise, Valak

Also haven't received an email when I have a relevant one pass with Carnivale inclusion unused. @Noll_57 any chance you can share the link? Curious to see if it will work for me yet.

Renewal offer for the Premium Pass has been updated again As of July 1 the price has dropped from $179 to $169, photo pass is no longer included (and of course Carnivale is not either)

Given he updated the instagram post to include "A restructure means a reset. So, here we go…" I would hazard a guess it was not his choice. Another sign of trouble within VRTP.

Bunch of changes to the sippers actually happened late last year, the price went from $17 to $19. Reactivation from $10 to $12. Frozen Coke/Raspberry now included They also introduced an ongoing offer of buy 3 get 1 free

VRTP have updated the terms of the premium pass to remove the validity dates for the general discounts/express entry (billabong excluded)

VRTP have updated the renewal offer, $179 down from $189 and including the 12M Photo Pass. I've also noticed they have taken down all the wording mentioning the perks only lasting until June 30 from their advertising, perhaps gearing up for them to be permanent. Note the terms and conditions still list June 30.

To clarify I mean making more of a push in the near future to sell the parks, then just being open to offers. Absolutely considered this too, but they are genuinely doing a lot at the moment.

An interesting development for sure, general park improvements, different pass discounts/offers and encouraging visitation with an extra event during the easter holidays. Reckon they are gearing up to put the parks on the market?

For those after a $149 premium pass with a free photo pass, link below, offer ends tomorrow morning at 9AM. https://themeparks.com.au/?promocode=flash

Would hazard a guess this is a targeted offer for someone that has not renewed or purchased a pass for a bit, I did not receive this email nor is it offered directly on ThemeParks.com.au. If you wish to share the link that would be appreciated, know a few mates that would take up a pass at this price. This does speak to how desperate they are currently, when they ran a similar promotion in 2023 it was $149 for a 4 Park Pass (excludes night events) and no photo pass. Would hazard a guess this is a targeted offer for someone that has not renewed or purchased a pass for a bit, I did not receive this email nor is it offered directly on ThemeParks.com.au. If you wish to share the link that would be appreciated, know a few mates that would take up a pass at this price. This does speak to how desperate they are currently, when they ran a similar promotion in 2023 it was $149 for a 4 Park Pass (excludes night events) and no photo pass.

VRTP have introduced a discount on the Premium Pass of $30 per pass when you buy 4 or more. Village Roadshow Premium Annual Pass Family Bundle Offer: Save $120 or more when you buy 4+ PassesBuy four or more Village Roadshow Premium Annual Passes in a single transaction and save at least $120 or more per purchase ($30 off each additional Pass for 5 plus). Discount applies automatically at checkout. Offer available from 10 February 2026 and is not available in conjunction with any other promotions or discounts. Premium Annual Pass is valid for 12 months and is subject to the same entitlements, terms and conditions as noted above for the Village Roadshow Premium Annual Pass.

I saw what you replied to I meant “the silence“ is planned, as others have mentioned building anticipation and having speculation isn’t a bad marketing move. I don’t see the ride being SBNO for a prolonged period is likely.

Disagree, I think everything from the past 5 years show they know what they are doing. The silence doesn't feeling telling whatsoever imho.

Worth noting a few years ago they did try raising the renewal price to $119 from $99. Renewals dropped off, and they quietly dropped the price back. The give away the gate strategy even saw renewals as low as $69 last year for those that refused more expensive offers, my understanding is these below $99 renewals are no longer offered. Renewals are still priced at $99, personally I would like to see this raised (and a premium pass introduced) but I can understand going above $100 being a psychological barrier.