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More testing of DD has been happening today

Been past MW and the summer crowds have officially arrived, carpark is overflowing. Queues to get off the highway.

Today's update. I could see a number of things through the windows inside the store, and there are three big yellow blocks hanging from the ceiling

GD currently in testing

I'd hate to see it changed, and highly doubt they would removed the SD theme. I just don't think the ride would be as good, even if it did have the same layout, if it didn't revolve around SD. It makes it family friendly, a show that most people would've loved as a kid (I certainly did). I just see this as a bump in the road that they were only just aware of the scale of the issue, but most certainly will return it to its former glory, maybe even better. And I can't blame them for opening it, yes the ride is a bit of a mess inside, and doesn't provide the same experience, but it had to be done, and if they kept the ride closed, there would've been a lot of complaints, and the queues for other rides would've been even crazier. Now that they have addressed it with the sign out the front, it shouldn't be as a major of issue.

But remember there are noise restrictions in that area, so they wouldn't be able to stay open past 9pm (Can't entirely remember want thto restrictions were so someone correct me if I'm wrong)

They don't allow cameras on any of their rides, whether or not you can take loose items onto the ride. Without special permission from the park, nothing can be photographed or filmed.

From Tuesday the 27th of December 2016 – Wednesday the 11th of January 2017, enjoy selected slides from 9am, with all slides and attractions opening at 9.30am. Plus, you can splash on into the evening until 6:30pm. I don't know why they wouldn't open with those hours for even longer, until around Australia Day. The whole month the park is crazy busy, so why not take advantage of it.

@Slick, yeah it very much looks the same

Here is what the buggies look like, and a bit more info was added on the website Booking Changes and Cancellations If a session time has been booked but you want to reschedule it then:- for bookings of less than 8 people, you must give us notice at least 72 hours before the booked session time; & for bookings of 8 or more people, you must give us notice at least 7 days before the booked session time. Rebooking fees may apply in such case and will be notified to you at the time. Photos & Videos You consent to us using any photos or videos we take of you for marketing purposes without payment or other consideration. No hand held cameras or phones are allowed. Session Lengths Session lengths are an indication only of the time you will be driving on the track. Allow up to 60 minutes to complete the session and a longer period if you are in a larger group. Driver’s Licence Drivers must have as a minimum a valid P-Plate driver’s licence. If you don’t then you will be a co-driver in our dual-controlled buggies. All participants will be accompanied by a trained instructor. Restrictions on participation You must be at least 7 years of age and 100cm in height to participate.

One thing also is that if it was just the walls that were the issue, then most of the animatronics and certain theming elements may still be okay, and can be put back in place once the walls are reconstructed.

I'd like to think that MW is well past the times of doing things half assed like that, especially after all the effort they've gone to this year to bring the park up to scratch.

If the reason for taking it all out is in regards to health and safety, and a potential fire hazard, they can't take the risk and just wait for the new theming before ripping it out. Otherwise they would have to keep the ride closed until it all arrived, if some has been ordered. I do hope they keep it themed to Scooby Doo, and this allows them to update the theming inside and animatronics. It is a great ride and hate to see it make a turn for the worst. Before I have faith in MW that they will bring the ride back to its former glory. I also hope they have a sign out the front of the ride saying something along the lines of 'This ride is currently going under a refurbishment, resulting in the removal of a number of elements and theming inside the ride. We apologise for any inconvenience'

@reanimated35 the person that sent you those photos, did they say anything about the theming in the queue area, station, or end scene after the wild mouse area, and whether the theming had been removed from them or not?

That is crazy, and never would have expected them do such a thing. But this is definitely just had timing. If it was a fire hazard, or some major issues, then of course they'd need to remove it all. At least this could hopefully lead to the rides major refurbishment next year. And they did need to open it for the Christmas period, with DD closed as well. But still sad to see the ride like this.

I agree, but they've did have the zip line, and have got the sky coaster, which could be said not to fit WNW. I think this is a great addition for the park, and seems like it would be tonnes of fun.

QLD’S FIRST DRIVING ADVENTURE PARK Embrace your wild side and take on the best drive of your life! Wet'n'Wild BUGGY is the newest and coolest purpose-built adventure track right here at Wet’n’Wild Gold Coast. Strap yourself into our army spec Buggy and get ready for a 1km long track riddled with rocks, water obstacles, crazy tunnels, hills, jumps and more! Drivers (Licensed) can drive on their own with the safety of an instructor to assist with navigation of hardcore obstacles and getting the most enjoyment out of the experience. Non-Drivers (Non-licensed) are accompanied with an instructor in a dual control-buggy to assist in turning, breaking and acceleration to guide them through our Wet'n'Wild Buggy track. Embrace your wild! 50+ challenging obstacles Water obstacles, jumps, tunnels, 7 tyre obstacles, 7 x log obstacles, 45 degree walls, 30 degree long bends and hills! Purpose-built track covering a land area of 30,000 square metres Natural bush track accessed through Wet’n’Wild 1km of pure excitement Army spec vehicles Wet’n’Wild Buggy experiences are not included in the price of entry and need to be purchased separate to park Admission and Season Memberships. Tickets can be purchased here: https://buggc.bookingboss.com/experiences.cfm

Came across this one on YouTube. This isn't the one played in the queue line, but only behind the scene footage that I've found that's online.

My mistake, get a couple of them mixed up at times (And misheard them in the video)

Here's a good video showing the afternoon presentation at Tiger Island. At times you can see on the big screen using the cameras positioned throughout the island, particularly when Kai climbs the post. Great presentation from DW.

So we've gone from 1 weeks maintence, to 3 months. That sucks, but if the ride isn't up to scratch then it's got to be done

I can't remember all the details about this Precinct that we have said about (i know nothing major has been announced), but from that info saying that (whether it is true or not, considering it's from Wikipedia)the coaster is in the lake side Precinct, maybe it means the Precinct will be an actual part of MW and is a new area for the park, rather than a direct link to the planned hotel. Just speaking my mind here, so just what i was thinking from that info.

Awesome news. Suppose when you think about it, if they waited to open this or opened it now, it wouldn't matter if you could see river rapids or not, because it's not like it was going to be removed before they opened the ride.

Sneak Peek at the Fire Machine Show https://www.facebook.com/dreamworld/videos/10154276852693613/

@Santa07 no nothing in regards to TOT yet. Just seen movement from GD and BuzzSaw