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Dreamworld has been a fixture of the quintessential Gold Coast family holiday for nearly half a century, and Australia’s largest theme park shows no signs of slowing down, with $150 million worth of enhancements in the works.
A reboot of the Big Brother reality series will see the return of the titular set to its spiritual Dreamworld home, adding to a host of new attractions.
Coast Entertainment Holdings, the company behind Dreamworld, has launched a slew of new rides, with plans underway for a major expansion. The new proposed development will span 30 hectares, and includes a new tourism centre, resort and residences.
If it’s been a while between visits, and you’re keen to study up on the hottest new 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 is going back to its roots with live evictions, public voting and a 24/7 live-stream. Visitors can access free tickets to the live shows, which kick off on November 16, described as a high-energy event packed with cheering fans and unpredictable TV antics (it is live, after all). See dreamworld.com.au
A new must-ride coaster for thrillseekers
Dreamworld’s thrilling new coaster Steel Taipan packs a speedy, venomous punch. It’s the first triple-launched coaster in the southern hemisphere, meaning it uses a magnetic propulsion system to launch the coaster train three separate times to build speed rapidly. The 1.2-kilometre coaster can reach stomach-dropping speeds of more than 100km/h, with the unique added feature of a world-first “Tailwhip” spinning seat, for the adrenalin heads among us – though the ride is already thrilling enough.
The largest gyro swing in the southern hemisphere
On track for a late 2025 opening, King Claw will replace the old Claw ride, with early details hinting at the ride being significantly larger and more thrilling. Brace yourself for an exhilarating swing, 50 per cent higher than its predecessor.
All your childhood TV favourites
Launched in 2023, the Kenny & Belinda’s Dreamland is a zone for its youngest guests, with rides, shows, and meet-and-greets with beloved Australian characters like Bananas in Pyjamas and Humpty Dumpty.
A new jungle zone and world-first ride
Opened in 2024, Rivertown replaces the former Wigglesworld site with a family-friendly playground that feels like you’ve been dropped in the middle of the jungle. Among the new rides is Dreamworld’s newest coaster, Jungle Rush, featuring a world-first “triple-switch” system that enables the ride to change tracks and direction at a second’s notice, for added surprise twists and turns as you weave through caves and jungle scenes. For those after a more relaxing jaunt, the new Murrissippi Motors ride puts visitors in the seat of a restored vintage car for a scenic spin through the heart of Rivertown, passing ancient relics and treasures along the way. Cap your jungle explorations with a meal at Jane’s Rivertown Restaurant, set in an immersive jungle setting alive 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, which bundle some of the Gold Coast’s best resorts with unlimited theme park entry, and up to $2200 in bonus value. Among the standout deals is a five-night stay at Mercure Gold Coast Resort with unlimited Dreamworld entry, 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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