New rides, a resort and Big Brother – welcome back to Dreamworld
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Dreamworld has been a fixture of the Gold Coast family holiday for almost half a century and there are no signs of slowing down, with $150 million worth of development work on Australia’s largest theme park.
reboot Big Brother The reality series will see the return of the title set to its spiritual Dreamworld home and will add a host of new attractions.
Coast Entertainment Holdings, the company behind Dreamworld, has launched a series of new rides with plans for a major expansion. The proposed new project will span 30 hectares and include a new tourist centre, resort and residences.
If it’s been a while between your visits and you want to research the newest park additions, here’s everything you need to know before planning a visit to Dreamworld.
Big Brother is watching
The fourth iteration of the reality series returns to its roots with live evictions, public voting, and 24/7 live coverage. Visitors will have access to complimentary tickets for the live shows, which kick off on November 16 and are described as a high-energy event filled with cheering fans and unpredictable TV shows (it’s live, after all). To see dreamworld.com.au
A new train that must be ridden for those looking for excitement
Dreamworld’s exciting new coaster, the Steel Taipan, packs a fast and toxic punch. This is the first triple-launched train in the southern hemisphere; This means it uses a magnetic propulsion system to launch the train three separate times to quickly build speed. The 1.2 kilometer train can reach nauseating speeds of over 100 km/h, with the unique added feature of the world’s first “Tail Whip” spinning seat for the adrenaline junkies among us; But the ride is already exciting enough.
Largest gyro oscillation in the southern hemisphere
King Claw, which will open in late 2025, will replace the old Claw vehicle; Early details indicate that the vehicle will be significantly larger and more exciting. Prepare yourself for an exciting swing, 50 percent higher than the previous model.
All your childhood TV favorites
Opening in 2023, Kenny & Belinda’s Dreamland is a destination for its youngest guests with rides, shows and meet-and-greets with beloved Australian characters like Bananas in Pajamas and Humpty Dumpty.
A new forest region and the first ride in the world
Opening in 2024, Rivertown is replacing the former Wigglesworld site with a family-friendly playground that feels like being dropped in the middle of the woods. New rides include Dreamworld’s newest roller coaster, Jungle Rush; It features a world-first “triple switch” system that allows the ride to change course and direction in a split second for additional surprise twists and turns as you progress through caves and jungle landscapes. After a more relaxing excursion, the new Murrissippi Motors ride puts visitors in the seat of a restored vintage car for a scenic tour of the heart of Rivertown, passing ancient ruins and treasures along the way. Complete your jungle exploration with a meal at Jane’s Rivertown Restaurant, set in an immersive jungle setting filled with animatronic animals.
Trips packed with bonus value
Package deals can offer a cost-effective way to plan a theme park holiday, and My Queensland Holiday has a selection of all-inclusive holiday packages combining some of the Gold Coast’s best resorts with unlimited theme park entry and up to $2200 in bonus value. Featured deals include a five-night stay at the Mercure Gold Coast Resort, unlimited entry to Dreamworld, bonus entry to WhiteWater World and SkyPoint Observation Deck, and extras like food and beverage credits. The deal is on sale until November 27, 2025 for travel between November 2025 and June 2026. See myqldholiday.com.au
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