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Ariadne is right: Dreamworld needs more family attractions... but there's no shortcuts

Richard Wilson 14 Aug 2017

Kevin Seymour of investment group Ariadne says his group has the business expertise to turn Dreamworld around, and that family attractions are the key. He's right, but the key to Dreamworld reclaiming its place is with blockbuster family experiences.

Dreamworld closed until further notice following fatal incident

Richard Wilson 25 Oct 2016

Gold Coast theme park Dreamworld will be closed until further notice due to today's incident on the iconic Thunder River Rapids ride where four riders were tragically killed.

Fright Nights deliver world-class scares at Movie World

Richard Wilson 12 Oct 2015

For 2015 Warner Bros. Movie World builds on 9 years of experience to deliver the best Fright Nights yet.

Dreamworld CEO to staff: we are not for sale

Richard Wilson 24 May 2017

As Ardent Leisure announces that they are exploring rezoning of land at the Coomera home of Dreamworld, Dreamworld CEO Craig Davidson reassures staff that the rumours of the park's sale aren't true.

How Dreamworld should return to theme park normalcy

Richard Wilson 18 Feb 2009

It seems every six months or so news surfaces of another attraction destined for Dreamworld that wouldn't find its way into any normal single-price theme park. The reason why is not difficult; by boosting per-capita spending – the average amount each guests spends in the park – they can increase profits without having to go to the more costly expense of attracting new clientele. But there's surely a better solution than that.

WhiteWater World on the final straight

Richard Wilson 15 Nov 2006

As the first new park on the Gold Coast in 14 years, WhiteWater World brings with it numerous innovations as it prepares for an earlier-than-expected opening in early December.

Ardent Leisure wipe up to $25 million from value as Dreamworld recovery slows

Richard Wilson 7 Feb 2018

Ardent Leisure have announced a strong trading period over the summer while also slashing $15-25 million from the book value of the theme park amid concerns its recovery will be slower than anticipated.

One month anniversary of Dreamworld's indefinite closure

Richard Wilson 25 Nov 2016

Today sees Dreamworld's sudden, indefinite closure enter its second month. On October 25 the park's Thunder River Rapids killed four in a tragic incident.

The Parkz Update: Dreamworld & WhiteWater World, March 2015

Parkz 20 Mar 2015

The latest Parkz Update takes a look around Dreamworld and WhiteWater World, with a glimpse at the faint signs of life at Eureka Mountain.

Superman Escape settles in

Richard Wilson 22 Jan 2006

Australia's newest roller coaster, Superman Escape at Warner Bros. Movie World, is settled in after its first month in action. Read Roller-Coaster.com.au's review of the thrill ride.

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