Wednesday 25 October 2006

Halloween Family Fun at Warner Bros. Movie World

Due to the overwhelming success of ticket sales, Warner Bros. Movie World has officially announced a complete sell-out for Halloween Family Fun at Movie World!

Tickets for the evening have been totally sold out and will no longer be available for purchase from the front gates on the night. Guests that may have missed out on purchasing tickets this year will need to put it in the diary for next year, and remember to pre-book!

For those people who have already pre-booked, Tuesday 31st October, from 5.45pm to 9.00pm, is set to be the best Halloween Family Fun at Warner Bros. Movie World. Guests will have the chance to join Scooby and the Mystery Inc. Gang for a night of ghoulish fun and scary antics with Warner Bros. Movie World’s favourite characters and some spooky special guests including Network Ten’s stars of ‘Toasted TV’, Pip and Dan.

There’ll be loads of entertainment and a great atmosfear down Main St with thrills and chills on the Big Screen, ghostly games to play and prizes for the best fancy dress! All this, plus the FUN of Scooby-Doo Spooky Coaster, Shrek 4-D Adventure, Looney Tunes Village, Batman Adventure – The Ride, Superman Escape and more!

Plus, there’ll be free Trick or Treat for the kids, presented by Cadbury.

Wednesday 20 September 2006

Do it in the dark at Screamworld

Looking for something different to shake up your weekend? Dreamworld, Nova FM and Coke have teamed up to turn it up, mix it up and put some thrills back into your week!

Grab some mates, find a date and most importantly, pack a spare pair for the next exciting edition of Screamworld, The After Dark Park.

On Friday September 22nd, from 6.30pm to 10.00pm, Dreamworld will flick the switch on some of the wildest rides in the world and it all happens under the cloak of darkness.

Get ready to ride the wildest wave in Australia on Wipeout. Flip, spin, twist and tumble on a massive 40 seat gondola and hang ten like never before!

Then swing nine storeys high, spin 360 degrees and reach zero gravity on Dreamworld’s latest scream machine, The Claw.

Swinging at 64km per hour, you’ll get to grips with ninety seconds of insane hang time on this spine tingling talon of terror.

Then brace yourself for the big one and brave the ‘tallest, vertical free-fall ride in the world.’

Standing 119 metres high, the legendary Giant Drop will raise you to the black abyss before plunging back to earth at the speed of gravity.

Feel the need for speed? Take on the Tower of Terror and turn yourself inside out reaching 160km per hour in just seven knuckle-crunching seconds.

Still think you can weather the storm? Head for the tallest high-speed gravity rollercoaster in the Southern Hemisphere.

Standing 40 metres high and reaching speeds of 85 km per hour, the Cyclone mega coaster is an 800 metre track of terror complete with hair raising loops and a screaming sidewinder.

Nick Central, the coolest kid’s zone in the world will also come alive for a night of messy mayhem so don’t miss the massive moonlight mix and get ready for three and a half hours of screams a minute.

Purchase your early bird tickets for only $30 before Wednesday 20th September or come with a group of friends and receive 1 free ticket for every 10 tickets purchased.

To maximise the thrills and minimise the queues, tickets to Screamworld are limited.

Book online at www.dreamworld.com.au or call the Dreamworld Booking Centre on (07) 5556 1111.

Selected rides and attractions will be closed on the evening: River Rapids, Log Ride, Big Brother, Tiger Island and the Australian Wildlife Experience.

Screamworld is proudly bought to you by Coke and Nova FM. It's the hottest, most exclusive ticket in town so make sure you don't miss out!

Friday 15 September 2006

The Wiggles Hit Dreamworld

In 2006, The Wiggles toured the world, won their 5th ARIA Award for Best Children’s Release, LIVE HOT POTATOES and were named Australian Exporter Of The Year.

Today, The Wiggles celebrated another milestone, their 15th birthday and what better place to party than in their very own mini-theme park, the world’s first and only Wiggles World.

Opened September 2005, Wiggles World is filled with colour and music and is the ultimate place for wiggly fans to play, dance and sing with their favourite wiggly friends every day of the year.

The day kicked off at Dreamworld Studios with an exclusive hour long Wiggles Concert where celebrities, media personalities, prize winners and some very special families from Make A Wish, Starlight Foundation, Royal Childrens Hospital, Heart Kids, AEIOU, Childhood Cancer Support, Gold Coast Childrens Hospital and The Leukaemia Foundation wiggled their worries away.

Then it was down to Wiggles World for another birthday celebration. Wiggles World tuned one and to mark the occasion, The Wiggles launched a brand new attraction - Dorothy's Rosy Tea Cup Ride.

Dreamworld CEO, Stephen Gregg presented The Wiggles with a special birthday cake before they cut the ribbon and climbed aboard for a cup of tea, Dreamworld style.

Dorothy’s Rosy Tea Cup Ride is thrills for three year olds where fans can whirl and twirl inside Dorothy’s giant tea cups.

Today, Dreamworld guests were thrilled to be among the first to take a spin around the wiggliest tea party in the world!

The Wiggles also took time out for a special cuddle with some of Dreamworld’s favourite furry friends from The Australian Wildlife Experience.

Dreamworld is a Gold Sponsor and the Australian Koala Foundation and The Wiggles are the Official Ambassadors for Save the Koala Month, 2006.

The Wiggles gave their new friends the “Koala Thumbs Up” urging everybody to help out on Save The Koala Day, Friday September 29, 2006.

This year marks the Australian Koala Foundation's 20th anniversary, for more information, check out www.savethekoala.com.

Dreamworld guests lined the streets in anticipation for the final farewell, Wiggles On Parade.

Pint sized pop fans formed mini mosh pits as the entertainment giants joined The Wiggles Friends and wiggly dancers in a convoy of wiggly fun on Ocean Parade.

Wiggles On Parade concluded with a few wiggly songs with wiggly fans savoring every minute of the mania.

The Wiggles have taken over the world in terms of pint-sized popularity and the creation of a tangible Wiggles experience at Dreamworld has been a dream come true for wiggly fans from around the world.

Children can dance with Dorothy the Dinosaur, shake their hips with Wags the Dog, tickle and sing with Captain Feathersword and wave and wiggle with Henry the Octopus every day of the year.

It’s also the only place in the world where children can ride in The Big Red Car, learn and play at The Fun Spot Activity Centre, sail the seas on the S.S Feathersword and interact with bouncing barnyard babies at The Wiggles Farmyard Friends.

Wiggles World is a haven for creative expression and positive social interaction taking children right to the centre of The Wiggles’ wiggly world.

Wiggles World is packed full of fun and interactive play. From healthy food options to shaded rest spots and parenting rooms, you can wiggle without the worry.

Wiggles World is also home to the world’s largest Wiggles Shop filled with all your favourite music, videos and DVDs. Or create your own wiggly photograph using the magic of Green Screen.

Dreamworld Chief Executive Officer Stephen Gregg said Wiggles World complements Dreamworld’s signature attractions and has further enhanced the park’s popularity with children and their families from Australia and across the world.

“This partnership joins two great Australian entertainment icons that are both leaders in their fields. We’re extremely excited about the relationship and the future opportunities it will bring. The international popularity of The Wiggles provides a wonderful opportunity for the Tourism Industry. The Gold Coast and specifically Dreamworld now hold a whole new appeal in markets where the Wiggles are incredibly strong,” Mr Gregg said.

Dreamworld is home to some of the tallest, fastest thrill rides in the world, Nick Central, Tiger Island, The Australian Wildlife Experience, Big Brother and FlowRider.

Thursday 22 June 2006

The Ultimate Fusion of Board Sports Arrives Down Under

"The key to the FlowRider is the controlled environment, like tennis or golf, but with the excitement of wave riding...It would be safe to say 95% of all surfers will want to try it."
Kelly Slater, 6-Time World Champion Professional Surfer.

Dreamworld is riding the crest of imagination to the perfect wave with a brand new, unrivalled, aquatic experience never before seen in Australia.

Born from the roots of surfing, skateboarding, snowboarding and bodyboarding, FlowRider will bring the world’s latest board sport down under.

With over 40 installations worldwide and a global visitor count of over fifteen million per year, FlowRider provides a controlled environment where the water is warm and the waves are on tap.

Cut back, ollie or grab air on the ultimate wave, the meanest bowl and the steepest rail in Australia. Surf’s up at Dreamworld, now the only place guaranteed to give you a decent wave all year round.

FlowRider pushes a thin sheet of rushing water over a stationary form so riders can drop in on their own unbroken wave, slide down, carve a turn, cut back and ride up the padded surface.

Pro surfers, skaters and snowboarders from around the world are flocking to FlowRider, now it’s your turn to push the limits and figure out new ways to ride the ultimate rail.

FlowRider is a safe platform for novices and a challenging stage for competitive board riding enthusiasts to show off their skills.

The flexible, trampoline-like base can handle any wipeout so it’s thrills and skills for the whole family where you can go hard from the word go.

Do it standing up or lying down. Regardless of age and skill, everybody can now experience the rush of riding a wave.

Flowboarding

Flowboarding is now an established sport with a worldwide following, a progressive set of skills and tricks and a whole new lingo to boot.

It won’t be long before you’re dropping a ‘miller’, carving the ‘buzz’, throwing a ‘fan’ and slipping a ‘stealie.’ Don’t be the last to go with the flow.

The FlowRider will operate in three modes:

* Bodyboarding sessions for beginners and intermediates
* Flowboarding demonstrations for spectators and wanna-be pros
* Stand-up boarding for advanced riders


Flowboarding by Day

During park hours, you can try lie-down flowboarding / bodyboarding with a $5 Flow Pass. This gives you a thirty minute shared ‘glory’ session with up to 15 other people.

Initially, the Flow Pass is only available for bodyboarding but if people find their feet and the demand grows, Dreamworld will introduce stand-up flowboarding sessions during the day.

Flowboarding by Night

On selected Friday nights, advanced riders can hone their skills in stand-up mode by booking in for NightRider.

$20 will get you a one hour shared ‘glory’ session with up to 12 other people and must be pre-booked.

$5 spectator passes will be also be available for NightRider, where you can grab a bite, crack a cold one and watch your mates take to the stage.

It’s a brand new wave of skill and self-expression as thrilling for the spectator as it is for those on board.

Hit The Flow Zone

Dreamworld has created a multi-million dollar recreational zone to house the Australian first complete with merchandise shop, food outlet and a chill-out bar to take in the action.

Dreamworld’s surfing CEO, Stephen Gregg said the FlowRider is part of a master plan to introduce a new breed of innovative rides and attractions at Dreamworld.

“This is really a taste of things to come, we’re about bringing a new generation of experiences to life which we hope will capture the Aussie culture like never before.”

Mr Gregg said the FlowRider is Australia’s first self contained, flexible and safe surfing environment for families to try a brand new sport on a perfect wave.

“The FlowRider is great news for board riders mixing the highs of surfing, skating, snowboarding bodyboarding and wakeboarding.”

The iconic landmark is set to find a cult following on the coast where the more you do it, the more you love it and the better you get at it.

Every time you ride, you improve your skills and perform for the crowd, it’s Australia’s most radical stage.

“In the near future, we’ll launch Flowboarding competitions that will pitch top board sports professionals from around the world against our regular riders right here at Dreamworld.”

“Flowrider will also provide an awesome new venue with theming and lighting for world class events after dark,” Mr Gregg said.

The wave is heated and open all year round so be one of the first to experience FlowRider and get ready to get wet.

Change rooms are available and make sure you BYO towel, swimwear, wetsuit / rashies.

FlowRider is not included in Dreamworld’s general admission price. For more information, check out www.flowrider.com.au

So Many Worlds in One, Dreamworld is home to some of the tallest and fastest thrill rides in the world, Nick Central, Wiggles World, Tiger Island, The Australian Wildlife Experience and Big Brother.

For six massive hits in one great location, head to Dreamworld open form 10am to 5pm every day except Christmas Day (24/12) and Anzac Day Morning (25/04).

Thursday 1 June 2006

The new Batmobile has hit the streets of Warner Bros. Movie World

Does it come in Black? Yes- and it has come to Warner Bros. Movie World

The new Batmobile has hit the streets of Warner Bros. Movie World!

Warner Bros. Movie World has taken the experience to a whole new dimension with the exclusive daily appearance of the awesome new Batmobile from the hit film Batman Begins!

The Batmobile, an integral part of the legend of Batman, is a design hybrid of a Humvee and a Lamborghini that combines the functionality of a tank and the finesse of a sports car.

In the past the Batmobile has been presented as a contemporary vehicle, but with a slight sense of exaggeration and extremity to it. This new Batmobile is no different although a little more extreme.

Check out the new Batmobile and come face to face with Batman and your favourite characters from all the Batman movies only at Warner Bros. Movie World.

Thursday 18 May 2006

The FlowRider Hits Dreamworld

Dreamworld is riding the crest of imagination to the perfect wave introducing a brand new, unrivalled, aquatic experience never before seen in Australia.

Born from the roots of surfing, skateboarding, snowboarding and body boarding, the FlowRider is set to take the nation by storm.

With 27 installations worldwide and a global visitor count of over fifteen million per year, Dreamworld is bringing the ultimate fusion of board sports down under.

Don’t dwell on a lack of swell because the surf’s up at Dreamworld, now the only place guaranteed to give you a decent wave all year round.

Opening June 2006, FlowRider will provide a controlled environment where the water is warm and the waves are on tap.

FlowRider generates a thin sheet of rushing water that flows over a stationary form allowing riders to drop in on their own unbroken wave, slide down, carve a turn, cut back and ride up the padded surface.

Pro surfers, skaters and snowboarders from around the world are flocking to FlowRider, pushing the limits and trying to figure out new ways to ride the wave.

But you don’t have to be a pro to be in the know, regardless of age and skill, everybody can now experience the rush of riding a wave.

This unique and interactive experience combines thrills and skills for the whole family providing a safe platform for novices and a challenging stage for competitive board riding enthusiasts to show off their skills.

The flexible, trampoline-like base is designed to handle any wipeout meaning you can go hard form the word go.

Dreamworld will build a multi-million dollar, high energy, recreational zone to house the Australian first complete with merchandise shop, food outlet and a hip bar to chill out and take in the action.

Dreamworld’s surfing CEO, Stephen Gregg said the FlowRider is the very latest in a collection of innovative rides and attractions introduced at Dreamworld and is just a taste of things to come.

“The addition is part of a new generation of attractions bringing brand new experiences to life and is set to capture the youth culture like never before.”

Mr Gregg said the FlowRider will create Australia’s first self contained, flexible and safe surfing environment for families to try a brand new sport on a perfect perpetual wave.
The iconic landmark is set to find a cult following on the coast where the more you do it, the more you love it.

“And the better you get at it, so every time you ride, you can improve your skill, perform for the crowd and maybe even realise a dream.”

FlowRider is both an interactive skill ride and an exhilarating surf show where spectators can enjoy watching as much as participants enjoy riding.

“In the future, our goal is to offer “Flowboarding” competitions that showcase the awesome skills of some of the top board sports professionals in the world.”

“The attraction will provide a wonderful new venue at Dreamworld complete with awesome theming and lighting to create unique, world class events after dark,” Mr Gregg said.

To ensure everyone has the opportunity to have a go, 15 people can rotate in a thirty minute FlowRider session for just $5 per person. After hours access, eventing and FlowRider competitions will be introduced at Dreamworld in the near future.

The wave is heated and will be accessible all year round so be one of the first to experience the FlowRider at Dreamworld and get ready to get wet.