Michelangelo

Can I vote we correctly spell “flyer” in the title of this thread? #grammarpolice

Think of it the other way around… Non locals price is the standard price, and the locals price is a discounted ‘reward’ for locals. That’s where locals passes first came about… rewarding the locals with a discounted pass option.

I think it might be too early for speculation or judgement on that one. The main key words that Greg has said in all announcements is “immersive” and “theming.” Now he’s at the helm, it seems the days of DW doing things half assed has gone. Also, I remember everyone flipping their sh!te here over the Steel Taipan footpaths as soon as they were first painted, and the finished product was so much different/better. I’m sure it’ll be the same with the grey track through Dreamland.

It was the same story with Wedgie. Nothing to do with covid or social distancing, someone got injured on it recently and so DW’s easiest (least risk) response is to “temporarily” close it.

Yeah I don’t either… that’s how the Rat’s car looks in the early shows on ABC Kids 🤷🏻‍♂️ Nowhere near as bad as that amateur paint job of “snake skin” or whatever it’s meant to be on the black fence as you drive in

Many reasons… firstly, it appears an agreement is in place to remove all DreamWorks IP by end of January based on how quickly everything has been removed or changed. Secondly, the new names may not have been secured legally, or approved by Wiggles or ABC or even Ardent management, or even confirmed and agreed upon yet. Thirdly, some of these attractions may not stay either, with announcements on these not wanting me to be public until later date. Think the ‘shit news sandwich’… “here’s some great news at Dreamworld, and also Gingy’s is being removed, oh and some more great news about this fantastic new street food festival” (plus there can be many more reasons, SEO, waiting for consumer research, etc…) Therefore, in between the period of removing DreamWorks mentions and any new names/announcements being made (days/weeks or months), the rides still need to be referred to by staff, guests, website, maps, etc… Hence, a temporary name!

Wow great! Shame it skips over so quick… I would love to see a feature-length doco about it.

Can confirm SW’s is still closed. Had a look over the fence the other day, all the ride components are gone and it looks like they’re doing a repaint of the area before bringing it all back in again. Will be a while until it reopens

Rode Leviathan for the first time today… was great fun, but does anyone else thing it’s incredibly rough for a brand new ride? or is this just how wooden coasters are?

Add a new movie in the mix too! I don’t ride SV anymore because I’m sick of the same AUS movie… Where’s Canada? Europe? Africa? Something fictional like a Space Adventure? Heck, even chuck USA back into the mix again!

Agreed with the capped numbers… it’s noticeably less attendance than previous years and absolute BLISS! Nothing worse than trying to make your way down a stupidly jam packed Main Street, feels like you can actually breathe this year.

If the cash starts rolling in after these 2 rides, wouldn’t be surprised if they do get 5 rides within 5 years. Gumbuya ain’t stuffing around… opening 2 rides in 9 months is huge. Props to them!

I think the most reasonable (and fiscally responsible) choice for DW would be to retheme the current Motocoaster with new trains into something that fits the Rivertown area theme... like with a 'runaway train' storyline, or even change the bikes to ATVs like Juvelen. Unless they have a ridiculously bumper time from now until end of 2024, I don't think they'd have the cash to blow on a replacement.

Ooh, pink track... could be Dreamworld's new jungle rush 🙄

Did you link the wrong video? Literally zero mention of Movieworld’s new rides

Couldn’t agree more… as much as I do enjoy the ride, the design doesn’t suit many. With TOT track gone and the train running fairly close to Giant Drop, there’s actually a lot of run, plus with DW “reimagining” the area into Rivertown… there’s SO many possibilities for a great replacement ride to go in there!

Seems like Ardent’s best idea was appointing Greg as CEO… Dreamworld are ticking all the boxes so far, let’s see if they deliver over the next 5 years

Visited the park today & can confirm the hands are now the correct colour

Because “Theme park ride safety features work, but cause mild inconvenience to guests” doesn’t sell newspapers… You can never trust a headline (or full article) these days. Wouldn’t be surprised if Amy Smith demanded a full refund on her annual pass that she’s used for the past 11 months for this “ordeal”