72-567: Dreamworld Corroboree is a collection of wildlife attractions at the Dreamworld amusement park on the Gold Coast , Queensland , Australia . The area is divided into several subsections which allow guests to view the animals in their natural habitats. Dreamworld Corroboree is a registered zoo with 800 native and barnyard animals located within the Dreamworld grounds. Koala Country
144-589: A sheep . Guests get to try some damper and billy tea at the conclusion of the show. The Crocodile Talk is an informative animal presentation of the park's saltwater crocodiles . The presentation are held at the Kakadu Wetlands exhibit. The Wildlife Talk is an informative animal presentation of some of the animal located within the corroboree. The presentation is held near the Arid wildlife exhibit. Dreamworld Corroboree also features presentations based on
216-509: A Koala" feature allows guests to have a photo professionally taken holding one of the park's koalas. This section also features kangaroos which guests can feed and pet. When opening in 1987, Koala Country was home to just 14 koalas. Outback Adventure is an exhibit for Australian animals native to outback habitat. The area includes dingos , red kangaroos , emus , southern hairy-nosed wombats , snakes , pythons , geckos , monitors , shingle-backs and other arid lizards . Twilight Trail
288-577: A behavioral survival technique. During times of cold temperatures, the fat-tailed dunnart shares nests with rodent species such as the house mouse, ( Mus musculus ), to conserve heat. This is unusual because the fat-tailed dunnart preys upon these mice during less extreme conditions. Group nesting is observed only during times of non-breeding. In August 2022, it was announced that the University of Melbourne will partner with Texas-based biotechnology company Colossal Biosciences to attempt to re-create
360-604: A cost of $ 10 million. The first phase was the temporary summer show, the DreamWorks Holiday Shrektacular . The second phase was the DreamWorks Experience precinct (the retheming of the existing Kid's World area) which opened on 31 March 2012. The final phase was the development of Kung Fu Panda: Land of Awesomeness . This area opened on 21 December 2012 with the park's eighth thrill ride, Pandamonium . In 2012, Dreamworld also saw
432-400: A female is capable of entering daily torpor without affecting the offspring. Coupled with the daily torpor is a process called re-warming. The re-warming process demands a high amount of energy in order to raise the body temperature. After awaking from a torpid state, these marsupials actively seek out areas in which they can bask in the sun to aid in this process. Nesting is also used as
504-567: A few milimeters from the proximal end and remains so right up to the tip. The dunnart has trichromat vision, similar to that of some other marsupials as well as primates , but unlike most mammals, which have dichromat vision. The range of S. crassicaudata in Australia is in diverse habitats except for the Kimberley region of Western Australia and the northern Northern Territory like Arnhem Land and Kakadu National Park , but avoids
576-570: A later date. On 22 June 2019, six children were arrested after they burnt down the Big Brother house . The children were found at Coomera railway station shortly after the arson. Two of the children were charged with vandalism. The house was completely destroyed and it was demolished along with the Dreamworld Studios shortly after. The wind that day blew the smoke away from the park so the park did not need to evacuate and nobody
648-421: A minute, which was described as "impossible", and there had been no training of Dreamworld staff to cope with emergency situations. The coroner also noted that cuts to the park's repair and maintenance budget had been made seven months prior to the incident. On 9 November, Ardent Leisure chief executive, Deborah Thomas , announced that the ride would be permanently closed and demolished. In 2020, Ardent Leisure
720-548: A month later, on 27 April 2020, supports for the new roller coaster, announced in August 2019, started arriving at the Dreamworld carpark. Roller coaster tracks started arriving on 2 June 2020, however no land works had been done during the parks closure. The Play School Art Room was removed from Dreamworld's website and the attraction was removed, with the exception of the online park map on 17 June. Fat-tailed dunnart The fat-tailed dunnart ( Sminthopsis crassicaudata )
792-556: A new generation of rides." Dreamworld also announced a refurbishment of the Hot Wheels SideWinder coaster (renamed to The Gold Coaster) and an upgrade to ABC Kids World which includes a new ride. On 22 March 2020, Dreamworld announced that they would temporarily cease operations for both Dreamworld and WhiteWater World due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic . Two days later, Dreamworld announced it had donated 755 kilograms (1,664 lb) of food to OzHarvest. Over
SECTION 10
#1732797334338864-417: A new themed area, Country Fair was opened. The new themed area featured Thunderbolt which opened as the world's longest steel double loop roller coaster. A new themed area known as Gum Tree Gully also opened. In 1983, two themed areas were opened. Blue Lagoon water park opened with three water slides and several pools. The second themed area was Village Green. Dreamworld also introduced Belinda Brown as
936-399: A new, reversed car. In 2009, a Bell 206 helicopter operating joy flights on behalf of Dreamworld crash-landed in the carpark near the park's main entry. The pilot and four Taiwanese visitors to the park suffered minor injuries in the crash. The pilot was initially praised for avoiding crowded areas of the park, but it was later revealed the crash was a result of mismanagement which led to
1008-422: A park technician because the park's electrical team was occupied with other problems. The young attendant had only been trained to operate the ride involved on the morning of the incident and did not know that there was an emergency stop button within her reach. She had been told "not to worry about that button, no-one uses it". As well, the report noted that ride operators had to conduct over 36 checks in less than
1080-609: A quarantine enclosure located in front of the Zombie Evilution attraction. On 29 February, Tiger Island closed for refurbishment, the tiger cubs were still viewable in a new Tiger Cub Kindy area, located in Ocean Parade. Tiger Island reopened on 18 September 2016 and Cub Kindy was moved back to Tiger Island. In April 2016, a man fell out of the log ride when he stood up mid-ride. He was then run over by two more logs, suffering cuts to his head and almost drowning. The ride
1152-589: A scare maze in April. On 12 May, Dreamworld announced that Wiggles World would become a shared kids' world based on the characters of the Australian children's television network, ABC Kids. ABC Kids World opened in June. Dreamworld also revealed plans for an extensive motorsport attraction, which was expected to be a new V8 Supercars attraction to either complement or replace V8 Supercars RedLine. On 26 July, Tiger Cub Kai
1224-704: A theme park into practice and purchased 85 hectares (210 acres) of land beside the Pacific Motorway in Coomera . Longhurst spent two years, working 12-hour days, to excavate what is now known as the Murrissipi River. No expense was spared when Longhurst employed some designers who worked on Disneyland and Walt Disney World to design the park. It was up to a collection of Australian architects to mimic Australian pioneer buildings during construction. With attractions, Longhurst aimed to satisfy all of
1296-560: A wide variety of new and refurbished children's rides. In 2003, Dreamworld further expanded its wildlife offerings by running after hours 'Sunset Safaris'. In August 2003, Thunderbolt was closed. It was demolished and sold for scrap metal in March 2004. Dreamworld has retained a section of track and at least one train in the park's back-of-house areas. Later that year in September 2004, The Claw opened in Ocean Parade. On 15 March 2005,
1368-416: Is daily torpor . It lowers its body temperature and metabolic rate , in order to reduce energy expenditure. Torpor is unaffected by alterations in photoperiod but is greatly affected by environmental conditions. Two conditions must occur in order for the fat-tailed dunnart to use daily torpor: low ambient temperatures and food shortage. There are seasonal variations in torpidity. They use it more often in
1440-559: Is a theme park and zoo situated on the Gold Coast in Queensland . It is Australia's biggest theme park with over 40 rides and attractions. Attractions ranges from thrill rides such as The Claw and Serpent Slayer to family and kids attractions such as the Dreamworld Express and Sky Voyager . Among the 40+ attractions includes the world's third tallest and fastest drop tower , The Giant Drop ; The Gold Coaster ,
1512-565: Is a species of mouse-like marsupial of the Dasyuridae , the family that includes the little red kaluta , quolls , and the Tasmanian devil . It has an average body length of 60–90 millimeters (2.4–3.5 in) with a tail of 45–70 millimeters (1.8–2.8 in). Its ear length is 14–16 millimeters (0.55–0.63 in). One of the smallest carnivorous marsupials, its weight varies between 10–20 grams (0.35–0.71 oz). The tail becomes fat
SECTION 20
#17327973343381584-590: Is an exhibit for nocturnal wildlife. The exhibit includes owls , squirrel gliders , Rufous Bettongs , carpet python and other native nocturnal wildlife. Located in the Dreamworld Woolshed, the Australian Sheep Shearing Show is an interactive show held several times a day set against an outback station and providing visitors with a taste of life on an Australian farm. It showcases the abilities of farm dogs and shearing of
1656-521: Is an exhibit of animals which live in tropical climates. Animals include cassowaries , red-legged pademelons , tree frogs , green tree pythons and a scrub python . Dreamworld Woolshed is a woolshed which features wool animals such as sheep and a sheep dog . The Dreamworld Woolshed is home to the Australian Sheep Shearing Show. The woolshed opened in 2010 replacing the former Farmyard Friends barn. Kakadu Wetlands
1728-413: Is an exhibit of reptiles which features two crocodile pools for both Fresh and Saltwater crocodiles. A crocodile feeding show is held daily. Kakadu Wetlands is also home to a collection of turtles , magpie geese , water hens and brolgas . Koala Country is an exhibit focusing on Dreamworld's collection of 58 koalas , including the first blue-eyed koala known to be born in captivity. The "Cuddle
1800-465: Is often eaten by other carnivores, including invasive foxes and cats , as well as other feral animals that live among its environment. The dunnart can survive in extreme, semi-arid environments. This is due to various physiological and behavioral characteristics. First, this marsupial is nocturnal and functions within a 24-hour circadian rhythm . During the nighttime it is protected from high temperatures that cause energy loss. While awake, it spends
1872-541: Is themed to the rainbow serpent , an immortal being and creating God in Aboriginal Mythology. The tunnel has information boards about the rainbow serpent and plays snake noises. Vintage Car Adventure is a fixed track car ride with scaled-down Ford Model T cars fixed onto a concrete track with a single guide rail. The ride was relocated from its original location due to the placement of Mick Doohan's Motocoaster ride in 2007. The ride opened in 1981 with
1944-713: The Aboriginal culture, including demonstrations of traditional music, making fire, and cultural weapons. The Australian Animal Presentation was a show which displayed a selection of animals from the critically endangered bilby to crocodiles , snakes , cockatoos and koalas . Guests had the opportunity to get up close and take photographs with the wildlife. The show ran from 2009 to 2013. The Dreamworld Corroborree offers several of food and shopping outlets themed to Australian animals and indigenous Australia. Guests can purchase merchandise at: Guests buy food and beverage items at: Dreamworld (Australia) Dreamworld
2016-829: The Badu Island . The Dreamworld Express has two stops at the Dreamworld Corroboree. The first stop is at Billabong Station which primarily serves ABC Kids World . The second is located behind the Bunya Traders gift shop. The train then continues to Rocky Hollow Station, located at the Rocky Hollow section of the Gold Rush Country area, before terminating back at Central Park Station, located at Main Street . The attraction opened in 1981 as
2088-516: The Simpson Desert and Gibson Desert . The habitats in which the species can be found include sparse grasslands, open shrublands and farmlands where there is considerable bare land. The impact of unimproved farming has been positive for this species as the type of habitat created is suitable to this dunnart 's requirements, but intensive agriculture is seen as a negative factor for the species. This species breeds from July to February, with
2160-831: The Wannon and Mallee scrub habitats in Victoria . In the northeast of Victoria, the species can also be found in grassy woodlands and samphire shrublands. The subspecies S. c. crassicaudata is found in the Epping Forest National Park in Queensland . S. c. ferruginea is found around Lake Eyre in South Australia. S. c. centralis is found in Killalpannina (as Killalpanima, Lake Eyre East), near Etadunna , South Australia . Fat tailed dunnarts can be found in most deserts in Australia, e.g.
2232-684: The Australian Minister for Tourism Martin Ferguson announced that the Australian Government would contribute $ 1.1 million to the redevelopment of the Australian Wildlife Experience into an Indigenous tourist experience. Dreamworld's owners, Ardent Leisure , vowed to match the grant in order to have the $ 2.2 million redeveloped area open by late 2013. Dreamworld has previously worked with
Dreamworld Corroboree - Misplaced Pages Continue
2304-628: The Australian Wildlife Experience opened after the refurbishment and expansion of Koala Country. Later that year in April, Big Brother Australia commenced broadcasting following the redevelopment of Dreamworld's Amphitheatre. In December 2001, the Cyclone opened after its relocation from Luna Park Sydney where it was known as "The Big Dipper". Also in 2001, two new Bengal tigers, Kato and Kaasha, were born in Tiger Island. In 2002, Nickelodeon Central replaced Kennyland and Village Oval to include
2376-556: The Avis Vintage Cars. On 20 June 2008, SpongeBob FlyPants opened as part of Nickelodeon Central. On 9 June, Tiger Island welcomed the birth of three Sumatran Tiger cubs: Ndari, Jaya and Shanti. In the middle of 2008, the final series of Australian Big Brother for the Channel 10 Network was produced, leaving the house and studios standing upon completion. In Ocean Parade, V8 Supercars RedLine opened on 26 December near
2448-662: The Brock Museum, Trackside Merchandise Outlet, Grid Burgers Food and Beverage as well as the Hot Wheels SideWinder opened as advertised. On 27 January 2016, Zombie Evilution closed to the public and would no longer operate as a laser tag arena, the attraction was still, however, utilised as a scare-maze for special events, such as Screamworld. On 9 February, Dreamworld welcomed two female white tiger cubs from Kagoshima City, in Japan. These two cubs were viewable in
2520-596: The Cannonball Express. Humpy (also known as the Dreamworld Corrboree Theatre) is an exhibit featuring aboriginal art and stories. The theatre also features films produced by aboriginal musician David Hudson . The theatre also hosts aboriginal VR experiences. The building's exterior represents a humpy , a small shelter used by aboriginals. The Rainbow Serpent is a tunnel located near The Giant Drop which opened in 2018. The tunnel
2592-715: The FlowRider and Cyclone entrance. A few months later, the Vortex was closed and removed to make way for AVPX (Alien vs. Predator vs. You) an indoor laser skirmish attraction which opened on 10 April 2009. Almost exactly one year later in April 2010, the Illuminate Light & Laser Spectacular began seasonal operation in Main Street. In September, the Tower of Terror relaunched as the Tower of Terror II featuring
2664-540: The Giant Drop, the world's tallest freefall ride, was added to the Dreamworld Tower. Also in 1998, four Bengal Tiger cubs were born: Rama, Taj, Sultan and Sita. In December 1999, Dreamworld added a variety of kids rides in a new themed area called Kennyland. They took up the northern portion of Village Oval and Creature Cruise was converted from a boat ride into a walk-through attraction. In January 2001,
2736-578: The Indigenous community to develop the Dreamworld Dreamtime show in 2010 and 2011. Dreamworld Corroboree officially opened to the public on 12 December 2013. In 2017, Dreamworld CEO Craig Davidson announced that the stage 2 development for the Dreamworld Corroboree would be complete. Later that year, the dormant Sky Link Chairlift stations were removed, Avis Vintage Cars underwent a refurbishment and rebranded into Vintage Car Adventure and
2808-510: The Motorsport Museum (Featuring the 30 Peter Brock V8's) as well as six racing simulators, a new F&B (Food and Beverage) Outlet named Grid Burgers and Sports Bar, as well as a new retail outlet. The Precinct is sponsored by Dunlop , RACQ and Hot Wheels and opened on 26 December 2015. On 29 November 2015, Two Female Tiger Cubs were born. Later named Akasha and Adira. On 26 December 2015, The Motorsports Experience, including
2880-508: The Sky Voyager "flying theatre" simulator ride would open to the public that day. The $ 17-million Sky Voyager was built in partnership with Brogent Technologies on the site of the former Dreamworld Cinema . It was originally scheduled to open in late 2018, but was delayed due to issues with design registration. During the conference, Ardent further committed to a $ 50-million investment in their Dreamworld and WhiteWater World properties over
2952-563: The Skylink Chairlift opened. In 1991, to promote the Australian premiere of The Simpsons on Network Ten from 10 February, Dreamworld welcomed the characters of the American TV series. Guests could meet and greet with them as well as see them in the live stage show The Simpsons: Live on Stage , but the characters only appeared twice daily until 30 June. In 1993, a Waikiki Wave Super Flip named Wipeout opened as part of
Dreamworld Corroboree - Misplaced Pages Continue
3024-462: The Skylink Chairlift, which provided a link between Gold Rush Country and the Australian Wildlife Experience, closed. It remained standing for several months before the wires were removed. The support poles remain standing to this day. Gum Tree Gully closed to make way for the world's first Wiggles World which opened on 10 September 2005. In 2006, Ardent Leisure shifted its focus to improving its offerings of water attractions. In April, Blue Lagoon
3096-499: The Tower of Terror II track being removed from the Dreamworld Tower structure over time. The press release also included confirmation that a new thrill ride would be announced sometime in the next year as the park continued forward with their multi-million dollar expansion. On 25 October 2016 at 2:20 pm AEST, four people were killed in an accident on the Thunder River Rapids Ride. A vacant raft had become stuck on
3168-537: The area added more references towards Torres Strait Islanders . An interactive smart lab was also proposed, but it never opened. The lab is still proposed as of 2021. Badu is an outdoor show theatre dedicated to the Torres Strait Islanders which opened in 2018. Torres Strait Island performances are performed at the show theatre. Badu is located next to the Crocodile enclosure. Badu is named after
3240-438: The coming three to five years. A $ 30-million launched roller coaster built by Mack Rides was scheduled to begin construction in early 2020. The coaster's layout would be based on Europa-Park 's Blue Fire coaster. A semi-shuttle multi-launch system would be used; a transfer-track will transport riders to the launch track, where the train is launched forwards, then backwards up a vertical spike, then forwards again to complete
3312-473: The coroner into the deaths, issued in February 2020, noted a number of failings by the Dreamworld management and staff which contributed to the tragedy. The report said a failed water pump meant that water levels on the Thunder River Rapids Ride had reduced significantly, causing one of the rafts to become stuck on its rails. The water pump had failed twice earlier on the day of the incident and had been reset by
3384-769: The family. Opening day attractions included the IMAX Theatre, a Baldwin Locomotive (now known as the Dreamworld Express ), Model T Fords (now known as Vintage Cars), Rocky Hollow Log Ride, Australian Koala Theatre and the Captain Sturt Paddle-wheeler. The theme park was officially opened on 15 December 1981 by the Premier of Queensland of the time, Sir Joh Bjelke-Petersen . Since then Dreamworld has constantly evolved adding new rides, themed lands and characters. One year after opening, in 1982,
3456-596: The helicopter running out of fuel. Dreamworld has not offered helicopter flights since the accident. In late 2010, Dreamworld announced that they would begin celebrating their 30th birthday by holding the Summer Funomenon over the summer school holidays. The IMAX Theatre was renovated to become the Dreamworld Cinema . A roof was constructed over Main Street between the entrances for Ocean Parade and Nickelodeon Central. The Marketplace in Main Street
3528-482: The majority of its time feeding. Every night it consumes approximately its own body weight of food. During periods of food shortage it decreases its duration of activity while also increasing its intensity of feeding. It uses specialized, sharp teeth to grind its prey into fine pieces. This increases its ability to obtain nutrients from its prey. It has a high rate of digestion and can use fat stored in its tail as an energy source. Another survival technique that it uses
3600-619: The new Ocean Parade themed area. In 1995 Tiger Island opened with the Riverwalk Restaurant (now known as the Billabong BBQ and Buffet) opened. In 1997, Dreamworld opened a slow boat ride named Creature Cruise which they manufactured themselves in Village Oval. Creature Cruise was operation for only a short time. The park also opened the world's tallest and fastest roller coaster Tower of Terror opened. One year later
3672-569: The oldest operating steel roller coaster in Queensland; and Steel Taipan , a triple-launch high-thrills coaster. The park is made up of several themed lands: Ocean Parade, Kenny and Belinda's Dreamland, ABC Kids World (future RiverTown), Tiger Island, Main Street and Corroboree. These lands have a collection of rides, animal exhibits, shows, food outlets and merchandise shops. In December 2006, Dreamworld expanded its offerings by opening WhiteWater World next door. On several occasions during
SECTION 50
#17327973343383744-459: The park in the Rivertown area of the park. The fourteen replicas cars each seat four people and were purchased for A$ 12,000 each. The Bilby House is an exhibit where guests can get up close with the critically endangered bilby marsupial animal. The exhibit is specifically designed for bilbies as it is a semi-nocturnal house. Also an exhibit for fat-tailed dunnarts . Daintree Rainforest
3816-614: The park would re-open as normal the next day. On 28 April 2014, the Reef Diver closed and was subsequently removed. On 20 September, it was replaced by Tail Spin, a Gerstlauer Sky Fly. In early 2015, Dreamworld teased that two new big attractions would be coming to the park in 2015. Throughout the early months of the year, rumours circulated as to the reopening of the Eureka Mountain Mine Ride, however these did not eventuate. Zombie Evilution once again reopened as
3888-634: The park's third mascot. In 1984 the park began seven-day trading after two years of only being open Thursday through to Tuesday. In 1986, a new themed area called Gold Rush Country opened featuring Eureka Mountain Mine Ride and Thunder River Rapids Ride . Gold Rush Country was themed around the Australian gold rushes . The same year, Dreamworld opened the Music Bowl (later became Dreamworld Studios ). In 1987, Koala Country opened and in 1989
3960-503: The rails which guided the rafts, and the following raft, carrying four adults and two children, collided with it. Four of the passengers in the second raft were caught in machinery and killed. The deceased were two women, aged 32 and 42, and two men, aged 35 and 38. Once the raft conveyor had been shut down by park staff, a 10-year-old boy and a 12-year-old girl, who were on the second raft, were able to climb out of it and onto platforms nearby. They did not sustain injuries. The report of
4032-473: The return of Big Brother as well as the addition of the Big Red Boat Ride to Wiggles World. AVPX closed on 31 March 2013. It was replaced with Zombie Evilution on 13 September 2013. Zombie Evilution originally ran as a temporary scare maze until 14 October. On 18 October, the attraction reopened as a laser skirmish attraction with the same theme and backstory. On 8 November 2013, the park
4104-552: The rides in Nickelodeon Central were renamed to a generic kids theme: Kid's World . On 17 September 2011, Dreamworld opened BuzzSaw – a Maurer Söhne SkyLoop roller coaster . The opening of the ride was timed with the renaming of Gold Rush Country to the Town of Gold Rush. On 10 November 2011, Dreamworld announced a three-stage plan to incorporate DreamWorks Animation films and characters into its theme park at
4176-445: The track's layout. The coaster features 1,200 m (3,937 ft) of track, a top speed of 105 km/h (65 mph), maximum height of 38 m (124 ft), and four inversions . In addition, the last row of each train would feature backwards-facing spinning cars. The park also confirmed that ABC Kids World would receive a multi-million dollar revamp, with confirmation of a new ride to come and further details to be announced at
4248-460: The winter because food is scarce and it requires more energy to maintain a high constant body temperature. During torpor, the body temperature can drop as low as 14.6 °C. This species does not use torpor for extended periods of time, thus the heart rate is variable and does not reach a steady state , such as seen in long-term torpidators . This species is unique in that it can use torpor during development and reproduction. Even during lactation
4320-561: The year, Dreamworld remains open after dark. This event, known as Park After Dark, includes all of the thrill rides and children's rides. Dreamworld was known for being the former location of the Australian Big Brother house filmed at the Dreamworld Studios , since the program began in Australia from 2001 to 2014. In 1974, John Longhurst, the father of the future Australian water-ski champion and two time Bathurst 1000 winner Tony Longhurst , put his dream of building
4392-559: The young in the pouch from July to April (Morton 1978b). Gestation is for 13 days and the young remain in the pouch for 70 days with litter size on average 7.5 with a 33% infant death rate. They generally have two litters per year with females not breeding for the first year. The average life span of the females is 18 months, and males 15 months. The fat-tailed dunnart's diet includes insects such as beetles, spiders, small reptiles, and amphibians. It stores fat reserves in its carrot-shaped tail for times of food shortage. The fat-tailed dunnart
SECTION 60
#17327973343384464-559: Was Dreamworld's original wildlife exhibit, opening in 1987. After major redevelopment, the Australian Wildlife Experience opened in 2001, featuring Koala Country as one of five wildlife zones. During the redevelopment, access to Koala Country was limited. The new development required the reworking of the Dreamworld Railway tracks causing the train to drive a portion of the circuit backwards during construction. The redevelopment cost A$ 5 million. On 9 July 2012 at Dreamworld,
4536-596: Was also upgraded. Also a new tiger cub named Pi (pronounced pie) was born. In 2011, two separate incidents were reported of handlers at Dreamworld's Tiger Island attraction being bitten by a nine-year-old Bengal Tiger and requiring hospitalisation. The park's life sciences manager said that both incidents would be investigated, and the park reviewed its animal handling procedures. On 16 February 2011, Ardent Leisure announced plans to have an Easter promotion where lions would be on temporary exhibition from National Zoo & Aquarium who are renovating their facilities; this
4608-601: Was born. On 12 October, The Cyclone was closed for refurbishment as part of the Motorsport Precinct, labelled to open 26 December 2015. On 25 October, Dreamworld posted new information on its website regarding the Motorsport Precinct, noting that the Cyclone would be renamed "Hot Wheels SideWinder" after Dreamworld entered into a partnership with Hot Wheels. Dreamworld also revealed that the Precinct will feature
4680-562: Was charged under the Queensland Work Health and Safety Act 2011 with failing to comply with its health and safety duty, and exposing individuals to a risk of serious injury or death. The company pleaded guilty to the charges and was fined $ 3.6 million. On 7 February 2020, Dreamworld Management announced that the Rocky Hollow Log Ride had been retired from service after 38 years of operation. The following
4752-405: Was closed due to its planned replacement by WhiteWater World as a separate gated complex. On 24 June, the FlowRider opened in Ocean Parade. On 7 November, the Eureka Mountain Mine Ride closed and it remained standing until 2018 In 2007, two Sumatran Tiger cubs, Indah and Rahni, were born at Tiger Island. Later that year in September, Mick Doohan's Motocoaster opened after the relocation of
4824-405: Was closed for two days after while it was investigated by Queensland authorities. In October 2016, Kelly's Showdown and Jack's Watering Hole were permanently closed after most of the Gold Rush Country was blocked off to the public due to a fatal accident. In October 2016, a malfunction of the Thunder River Rapids Ride resulted in the deaths of four park patrons. Because of that tragedy, the ride
4896-419: Was evacuated when a bushfire came within close proximity. Everyone in the park was evacuated within an hour. Dreamworld announced via Facebook that the park was not under any immediate threat and that back burning to protect it from any damage had started just outside the Big Brother complex. Later that day, Dreamworld again announced via Facebook that the blaze was under control thanks to firefighters and that
4968-419: Was injured. Just months after the closure of Wipeout , the park announced on 25 October 2019, that the Tower of Terror ll would cease operation on 3 November of the same year. The park cited "focusing our investment on the future and delivering new, world-class attractions for you to enjoy" as the reason for closing the attraction. The park confirmed that The Giant Drop will continue to operate as normal, with
5040-489: Was later revealed by Dreamworld to be " The Lair ". On 7 April 2011, Dreamworld announced that they would be adding a family thrill ride in June and a major thrill ride in September 2011. On 18 May 2011, the family thrill ride was officially announced to be a Zamperla Disk'O called Shockwave within Ocean Parade. The ride opened on 25 June 2011. By the start of the winter holidays on 25 June 2011, Dreamworld's contract with Nickelodeon had been terminated, thus all of
5112-427: Was permanently closed and demolished. Ardent Leisure was fined $ 3.6 million for its breaches of health and safety laws. In March 2019, Dreamworld announced that Wipeout , the park's oldest thrill ride, would be retired and dismantled, and will not re-open from its maintenance period. It was replaced with a shaded seating space for guests. At a shareholders conference on 23 August 2019, Ardent Leisure confirmed that
5184-551: Was put out by Dreamworld: "In order to continue Dreamworld's journey as Australia's biggest and best theme park, the Dreamworld team has made the decision to retire the Rocky Hollow Log Ride, which opened 38 years ago on 15 December 1981. Dreamworld guests should be assured that this decision to not reopen the ride following its recent scheduled maintenance has been made to allow us to continue developing new experiences for guests while taking proactive steps to deliver
#337662