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So what if the ride turns out to be less than a 100 feet at it's highest point, yet performs multiple kick arse manoeuvres and double launches, would we still be disappointed? Regardless of the initial drop of this ride, I am quietly confident that there are some serious Theme Park Experts at the healm of MW nowadays - some whom regularly visit this site - they are not about to blow tens of millions on a lemon people. Take stock that this ride will seriously impress. I am hoping for an impressive first big drop exceeding the level of the current offerings, but I am not about to lose sleep if it doesn't. One more thing, I would be very surprised if the ride takes all the way through till December 2017 to build. Major works will be complete in the next few months and once done, expect the assembly of the ride to happen quickly, as history has shown. Even SDSC didn't take that long to build. I'm crossing fingers for a mid (jun/jul) 2017 launch, a nice surprise indeed! Definately by Sep/Oct holidays I say?

Wow! I have some vague memories of this story. Was the Cottage in question approximately where Buzzsaw sits today? I remember seeing the mentioned Cottage when I was a young lad. It sat somewhere between the Park Main Street and Blue Lagoon. It could be seen from the Car Park.

My Partner and I will be making a trip to Coomera tomorrow to offer some Aussie bush flowers, some tears and our best wishes to all those affected. People, if you are struggling to show respect at this time, best that you say nothing at all Goodnight, Godbless and sweet Dreams beloved Dreamworld..

I would be surprised to see the Park reopen tomorrow and expect (or at the very least sections of it) to remain closed while the Coroner investigates matters further. Anticipate all safety aspects of both DW and other Parks be put under the upmost scrutiny in the days/weeks ahead. Such a terrible day for our beloved Aussie Parks who wish nothing more than joy and happiness of the friends who visit

My Heart goes out to everyone affected and all those Team Members belonging to our beautiful Aussie Theme Park, Dreamworld during this horrific and extremely traumatising time. Whilst there will be a tonne of negative speculation surrounding the future of the ride and indeed the Park itself, right now is perhaps not the best time. I prefer that we can allow the Park to Mourn it's greatest devastating moment and through all the sadness, can find the wings to fly when the time is right

Personally I would have preferred to see a lap style restraint system for DD. I have already mentioned this in my initial review, however believe it to be overlooked at the time. I have ridden a few times since and find the ride is quite restrictive for people of height and /or size.. As a tall and bigger build guy, I found the extremely bulky restraints to be too constricting, pressing quite firmly on my shoulders with a bizarre seat belt clasp over the top of the harness - an odd design indeed. I found it to be even more restrictive than DW's Claw and suggest a Test Seat be made available to prospective Riders. I am in total aggreance with Coomera on the ride experience - it really needs to be faster, or at least offer a greater thrill version at times throughout the day. Surely it is capable of doing such.. right? For the millions of dollars spent on it I would hate to see MW missing the opportunity of running it for maximum thrills. Sugar coat all you like but you only need to see the lack of screams and nil wait to ride for yourself to know that the ride is not being publicly received as well as it perhaps should be. My other big concern is how the new area will stand the test of time for sustainability and durability. Without a hell of a lot of ongoing maintenance to most of the interactions, I imagine that they risk showing signs of weather and deteration quickly. I hope that a large portion of the wristband revenue will go favourably in the direction of Technical Services in upkeeping the overall presentation. Please don't get me wrong, I really, really enjoy the new area. And the ride. It truly is world class and for sure, adds so much to the Park. My biggest concern, perhaps much like Justice League is that Doomsday Destroyer and the Villains area just feel to be missing the mark in some parts. With a few simple tweaks here and there, I believe it could truly be the Home Run it deserves to be.

It would seem that many folks out there do not clearly understand the differences between 'Themeing' and 'Landscaping'

You're bang on there djrappa. - Nothing more to the story other than the Wild Wild West Movie release at the time, they sighted it as a good opportunity to write in a Franchise that people would recognise. Tbh, has anyone on here seen the movie Rio Bravo? Me neither... Fortunately, they didn't go to the extra expense of adding any effects directly related to that film, given how poorly it did at the box office. Back in the day I did however have the pleasure of sighting some original plans for the ride that didn't make it. One was a series of thunderous waterfalls that surrounded the boat with one cutting off just as you go through it. Along the ride path there were plans for squirrels and other critters floating in barrels etc as well as the waterway of the ride spread around the circuit rather than just a mote. Cost was a major factor as to why a lot of this never happened, also when you consider how fast the boats trundle along out back, there really is little to no point as for the most part such expensive fx would largely go unnoticed. Can anyone confirm if the 'Bats flying out of the shaft' wind effect has returned? It should occur just as the boats enter the base of Lift2

Visited MW today and had my first ride on DD.. Themeing throughout the area is impressive - I can't wait to return and see everything in all it's glory! The Weather was pretty terrible today which was great for us as we experienced little to no wait all day. I only rode DD once. We would have gone again however riding in the rain didn't seem like our idea of a good time. Tbh, if it was more thrilling, I wouldn't have cared less about the rain and gone again and again. As others have said, the ride is not super thrilling - it is a lot of fun. We were among only a total of about 10 riders aboard, so given the ride was only about a third occupied, I believe it would be a much better experience when riding with a full load, adding atmosphere to the experience. I would also like to caution those of larger size that this ride will be your most challenging one to be accomodated. Myself, I am of bigger build and have no problems with riding Scooby-Doo or any other rides at MW. In fact the only other ride I have found a similar squeeze has been The Claw. Personally, I would love DD to go faster. It feels very controlled (like wipeout) with no free/momentum based motion. I guess that's why ppl are less inclined to motion sickness? As free fall motion is not a possibility with DD, a faster ride would certainly add to the thrills. I would love to know if going faster is even possible? Judging by the size of the motors Im going to say so. Others would possibly find DD frightening if it is their first time being held upside down from a fair height. On the thrill meter, they might rate it 9/10. I would give it 5/10 and rate every other thrill ride ahead. Scooby-Doo included. The entire area as a whole, I rate 7/10 and would happily give it another point if the ride could be sped up or offer a faster, more thrilling mode. Thrill ratings aside, this is a much needed attraction for the Park and will further assist with balancing out the Crowds who will find themselves more evenly dispersed whilst adding a needed extra half hour play time. After the big coaster next year, I really want to see a classy spin and spew flat added to the old Lethal Weapon Q/cinema area. With no Adult/family spin rides to date, I believe it would round things out very nicely.

Correct. Movie Magic had emergency exit doors between stages 1 and 2 flowing out to Chinatown alley

Hopefully a plan exists to reopen the area, allowing it to flow to Arkham. A dysfunctional flow of Guests/ Park capacity is occurring because for whatever strategic decision, Management have refused to open the area. I visited the Park today and had a great time as always.. Staff were friendly and I must say I am very impressed with the Ops staff on how they have improved dramatically of late? A few things I noted from my visit: - the bathrooms throughout the Park are sorely showing their age and for the most part, the same original facilities since opening day. I have faith this is a matter currently being addressed, evidently with the Wbs Kids zone the first to be brought into the 21st century. I visited 3 separate facilities during my visit today and was quite alarmed by the amount of water (err hopefully water??) walked across the floors. Whilst the tiles are no doubt coated with a non slip surface, the dirt stains and puddles make them appear so poorly presented/maintained. Clearly the Park amenities are not maintained to meet the numbers through the door. It should be noted that despite a significantly higher number in daily patronage over 25 years, the Park still exists with the same number of Bathroom facilities. - Dead ends throughout the Park effecting guest flow. A simple first step would be reopen the corridor to Arkham, put some more vendors in if need be along the way with a future plan to envelope SDSC with a path running around the back connecting the new Villains area. I have a gut feeling that this will become a reality sooner rather than later -and hopefully so- The addition of a much needed thrill flat at the back of the Park will most certainly improve capacity, however unless they address the matter of Guest flow by opening up thoroughfares, Crowd activity will surely become further unbalanced with wait times fluctuating between 5-45 minutes, depending on how savvy a visitor you are not to ride with the tide All aside, I see these as minor details and glad to see the obvious areas being addressed. Management are obviously doing a good job keeping the frontline happy? All going well, it's certainly shaping up to be big things ahead for MW

The Spectacle and Grandiosness of scale will also do I guess, at a pinch... but thanx anyways...

.. I've seen enough. That 1 shown may not be the same size.. but you get the idea of what to expect.. perhaps this one is more up your sleeve? https://youtu.be/hR25KHmV6Lc Shall we wait and see then?

Helloooooooooo again everyone.. It's been such a long time, for sure. I sincerely hope that you are all keeping well? Symantics aside, I think this might be just the thing you are all looking for http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6ykvt71LfHI

Sea World Australia has never been about Capturing Animals - in truth it has always been about Rescue AND CONSERVATION! Sorry mate, I doubt you will win friend's here with this. For one, can you tell me about a time when a tropical climate has assisted in the continuation of an endangered species such as the Polar bear? No I thought not

I applaud DW for at least making the area comfortable and some needed shaded seating. I think you will find this is simply an interim measure at least until a positive solution is reached that will hopefully make everyone happy. DW WANT TO REOPEN THIS RIDE - just as many have speculated and one way or another, I am confident that we will be see something positive coming to the old Mine Ride site by the end of next year 2016 is going to be a bumper year for growth in our Parks. Without a doubt MW has big plans too and how awesome would it be if a runaway mine cart coaster was built over the Western show stage area - along with a fun flat ride for the old LW theatre. Game on I say!

Hotbod for a dead dude

It seems that by some (but not all) on here my point was misunderstood. I never said MW should accept fault - well at least not entirely - perhaps only some of it. By presuring the Developer to come up with something bigger and better than they have ever done before, on condition with the hand shaken pay cheque waiting at the finish line... Oceangirl, I reckon you are on the mark saying maybe more time should have been invested in R&D - but what if the potential Investor had the attitude of 'make it work or the deal's off'! ??? Case in point

I am sure that you have heard more stupid things than this in your day. Remember that there always two sides to every story in this case I am simply suggesting that the blame may well be equally split

Agreed Joz. This appears to be a design defect however could you at least accept that maybe just a smidge of pressure on VTP'S put the ride into operation prematurely? I have no doubt from personal experience that MW'S technical services have done their best from the get-go but as far as finger pointing games go, do you think there should be partial consenting? - Side note but I have always been sceptical of the Park's decision to not have a properly enclosed Maintenance Bay for this ride. Leaving cars parked outside, day and in the unforgiving Qld elements certainly can't have helped

Am I the only one that thinks this globe could have been done soooooooooo much better? Seriously, What's with the shitty garden hose fountains at the front along with the noticeable blue poles??? SOLUTION : Some mee-fog spray with outward splaying fountains (think of a Peacock's tail) along with just a tinsy pinch bit more detail on the Globe and this could have been the Spectacular water feature that DW should and still can deserve to have

As far as VTP'S not being responsible, well I'd say that may not be entirely the case. The fact is our Park (in this case mw) contracted S&S for an El Loco whilst demanding it be on the condition that they could provide the biggest version of such Coaster, somewhat raising the stakes, as historically the Park has always shown, despite our relatively modest Aussie Park budgets Facts have and will find that this Accident occurred due to the proportions of this unique ride including greater track dimensions and double breadth cars. Eventually, this lead to continual strain on the Bogies - ultimately 'uprooting' one from the track, nearly causing a SERIOUS accident.. Expect the new Green Lantern ride experience to feel much the same for the Rider, whilst offering less strain to the train with a cross brace to hold it in tact, providing greater support to strain from additional weight caused by overhang I'm sorry but MW simply has to accept some fault. This ride is in a way a prototype that the Company demanded and pressured S&S to produce

Evening fellow Parkz peeps Just wasted 5/10 minutes of my time trawling through this topic "future additions for Gold Coast theme parks". So far this topic is now up to 5 pages - 5 pages of pointless comparisons, trip reports, complaining and wait times. Not to mention the pie stare si stance - well known members once again showing zero respect for new (and often younger) parkz members. If you consider yourself as a senior member of Parkz, can i suggest you start acting that way? Honestly, where's the harm in an overly enthusiastic new member trying to get involved- only to be shot down for being wrong or not being able to demonstrate acceptable punctuation. If this sounds like you,PLEASE STOP ACTING LIKE A BULLIE & GROW THE FUCK UP !! Senior members, do keep offering you're opinions that matter. Our new members look up to you guys for your support, experience and advice. I reckon sometimes

It seems odd to me that after all this time they are reopening BSG in its original theme? I gather Singapore has extremely strict protocols surrounding Theme Park safety and some policies seem odd (ie taller people like myself having to sit toward the Centre of the car). I wonder if Government policy forced these coasters shut for longer than they would be in other countries? We will never know with no other ride like BSG elsewhere else. My guess is this is a major reason why Im at least hopeful they will have new trains to hopefully make for a smoother ride. Don't get me wrong, battle star is a good coaster (cylon side). Human side was a bit meh to me. Shame because I was hoping for a good and great experience. Especially coming from such greatness as Universal. It wanted to be Dragon Challenge and it fell so short of that. Here's hoping for better when it returns. Regardless, BSG is the missing big thrill that Universal Singapore has sorely missed

Like Joz said, sadly the success of an 'Act of Terror' would be measured on the impact it would have by targeting that which is universally recognized, has political, structural and/or cultural significance. Mankind's great icons that symbolize and individualize our world will always be targets so long as they are globally adored. Natures wonders on the other hand cannot be resented, used and abused in honor of stupidity amongst mankind - we remain Chief responsible for it's abuse nonetheless. For Australia, our iconic Opera House, Harbour Bridge and Parliament house would be obvious serious targets because they are recognized distinctly on the world's stage As for Theme Parks, I believe only the world's most beloved and famous one could pose a signigicant potential threat - I'm sure any true Theme Park fan would know which Park that is. The act of Causing havoc inside a place of innocence and where people go to make their dreams come true would be an all new low for the Human Race. Now if only Mankind could find a way to un create those God's that created us before we created them? We need to be proven wrong to make things right. Easier said than done when you're at the top of the food chain with no one else but each other to question If only..