Parkz News

Roller coasters and theme takes centre stage at Movie World One roller coaster under construction, another suddenly closed while a third undergoes apparent "thematic enhancements". Elsewhere around the park, Doomsday Destroyer reopens and things are looking sharp with Chinese New Year in full swing and some little-known themed sections. Click here to continue reading

Village Roadshow shares dive following theme park trading update Village Roadshow saw a drop of almost 10 per cent in its share price this morning following the release of a trading update for its theme park operations. Village Roadshow state that the local Queensland market has reduced significantly as a result of October's incident at Dreamworld. Click here to continue reading

Sea World's Carnivale was a mixed bag As Carnivale wraps up its inaugural season at Sea World, a combination of noticeable omissions, basic food offerings, average drinks and limited rides makes the 2017 event an enjoyable night but a shadow of its former Movie World self. Click here to continue reading

Australia's first Lego Store to open at Dreamworld Saturday 28 January 2017 It’s almost here! Australia’s first LEGO® Certified Store will open at Dreamworld on Queensland’s Gold Coast on Saturday 28 January 2017. Click here to continue reading

RCDB reports 196ft height for Movie World 'hypercoaster' In a blow for the deep-seated inadequacies of roller coaster enthusiasts across Australia, Warner Bros. Movie World's 2017 roller coaster is reported by RCDB to be three feet shy of hypercoaster status. Click here to continue reading

The plausible scenario in which Dreamworld closes permanently Though sensationalised reports in the media suggested that Dreamworld may never reopen, the park will likely resume business in the near future. The unprecedented accident on its Thunder River Rapids ride however, could set into motion the theme park's sale or eventual closure. Click here to continue reading

Doomsday Destroyer ride coming as part of new DC Comics area at Movie World Fresh off the demolition of Boot Hill Graveyard, Movie World have given the first official hints of its replacement with the announcement of Doomsday Destroyer and an all-new villain themed area. Click here to continue reading

Funfields, February 2016 We head back down to Funfields for a look at the recently launched Kraken Racer water slide, the two new Zamperla kids rides as well as a whole host of other changes and improvements made at the park for the 2015/16 season. Click here to continue reading

Dreamworld welcomes cubs as plans to upgrade Tiger Island surface Two new female white tiger cubs have arrived safe and sound from Japan in their new home at Dreamworld as the park prepares to upgrade their tiger facility with a major facelift. Click here to continue reading

Village Roadshow Theme Parks put a limit on Unlimited Unlimited Membership passholders have today received an email advising that they should tell family and friends to sign up before sales of membership programme ends on February 29. Click here to continue reading

Movie World, February 2016 Movie World comes out of the busy summer period and dives into Chinese New Year, with the park featuring extensive decorations for a holiday that is increasingly being featured at the Gold Coast theme parks. Demolition work progresses as the park's hotly anticipated new attraction becomes a reality. Click here to continue reading

Construction fences up as thrill ride rumours fly at Movie World As the peak summer season winds down, fences have sprung up across Warner Bros. Movie World while international rumours add fuel to local speculation. Click here to continue reading

Steam train back for monthly outings at Dreamworld Following the trial run on Australia Day and an outpouring of online support, Dreamworld will be returning the iconic 1917 Baldwin steam train to regular service on the first Saturday of each month. Click here to continue reading

Dreamworld's historic 'Baldwin' steam train returns to service In 2013 Dreamworld introduced a replica diesel train and retired their two vintage steam trains. For Australia Day the park reintroduced their original Baldwin steam engine. Click here to continue reading

Shanghai Disneyland revealed ahead of June opening Disney have ended speculation over their newest theme park with the announcement of 16 June 2016 as the official opening date for Shanghai Disneyland Park. The Magic Kingdom style theme park will be their first in mainland China and will feature a wide range of attractions both Disney classics and firsts. Click here to continue reading

Movie World, January 2016 To complete a week catching up on the Gold Coast's theme parks we head along to Movie World to see all the latest changes and improvements. Click here to continue reading

Sea World, January 2016 We head along to Sea World for a long overdue look at the recently launched Nickelodeon Land, the renovated Dockside Tavern plus a host of other changes and improvements around the park. Click here to continue reading

Record-breaking Tornado slide coming to Adventure World Following months of speculation, Adventure World have finally revealed information about their forthcoming water slide, a $7 million investment that comes off the back of a couple of years of revitalisation throughout the Perth theme park. Click here to continue reading

Nickelodeon Land, Sea World's new kid's zone Sea World's new children's area has been given an official name and theme today. The new area will be home to the Gold Coast's first mini roller coaster. Click here to continue reading

Sea World, June 2015 Prehistory meets mythology and present day with Creatures of the Deep now open at Sea World. In this Parkz Update we take you through the unique fact and fiction based walk-through exhibit. Click here to continue reading

Busch Gardens Williamsburg in the spotlight Opening in 1975, Busch Gardens Williamgburg in Virginia was the last of the Busch beer company's forray into the world of theme parks. With an overaching European theme, the park is home to an impressive array of roller coasters set amongst beautiful landscapes and dense forests. In this spotlight take a look at Busch Gardens Williamsburg thanks to photos contributed by Parkz member Gazza. Click here to continue reading

Dreamworld - Party after dark at Screamworld, May 23rd The biggest party after dark is at Australia’s biggest happy place, Dreamworld. Back by popular demand, the scare attraction ‘Zombie Evilution’ is set to scare guests with even the toughest of nerves. The undead have escaped their cryonic chambers and have overrun Kevil Hill. The most intense thrill of its kind, Zombie Evilution will have guests screaming for more. Click here to continue reading

ABC Kids World - Dreamworld's newest world for kids is announced In a landmark collaboration with Australia’s public broadcaster, Dreamworld is pleased to announce a very special new world to open in June 2015, ABC KIDS WORLD. Click here to continue reading

Dreamworld to launch ABC Kids World in June In a year that is set to be full of new kids attractions at the Gold Coast theme parks, Dreamworld have announced a new partnership with ABC Kids that will build on the existing Wiggles World to create a whole new area for preschool kids. Click here to continue reading

Sea World, May 2015 Sea World is a hive of activity as Creatures of the Deep moves forward and Beach Break Bay makes way for the new replacement children's area that'll include a range of new kid-friendly rides. Click here to continue reading