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Sea World has revealed plans for a major new marine conservation and wildlife rescue facility on the Gold Coast, with the Sea World Foundation currently working on a purpose-built Marine Animal Hospital designed to combine veterinary care, rehabilitation and public education.
Proposed to be located just outside the Sea World theme park boundary alongside the Broadwater, the new facility would represent a significant expansion of the Foundation’s long-running marine rescue operations.
Unlike the existing behind-the-scenes veterinary facilities, the hospital has been conceived as a publicly accessible space, allowing visitors to see first-hand the work involved in rescuing, treating and rehabilitating injured marine animals.
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Dreamworld on the Gold Coast has confirmed several planned ride maintenance closures for early 2026, along with one major permanent ride closure.
These important works form part of the park’s ongoing maintenance program and long term planning, so guests visiting during this period should be aware that some key attractions will be unavailable.
Here's our breakdown of the confirmed ride closures currently listed for 2026.
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Sea World on Australia's Gold Coast has released a comprehensive ride maintenance schedule for 2026, with several major attractions temporarily closing for safety inspections and refurbishments.
Regular maintenance is part of the park’s ongoing commitment to guest safety and ride reliability, and the schedule allows visitors to plan their visit around these closures to avoid disappointment.
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Warner Bros. Movie World on the Gold Coast has released a comprehensive ride maintenance schedule for 2026, with several major attractions temporarily closing for safety inspections and refurbishments.
Regular maintenance is part of the park’s ongoing commitment to guest safety and ride reliability, so with this schedule now public, it’s essential for visitors to plan their visit around these closures to avoid disappointment.
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Aussie World is marking the Year of the Dragon with a vibrant celebration of culture and community at their annual Lunar New Year Lantern Festival on Saturday, 28 February 2026.
The key festival, organised in partnership with the Sunshine Coast Chinese Association, brings a festive twist to the beloved Sunshine Coast theme park, combining rich Lunar New Year traditions with the thrills and attractions Aussie World is known for.
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Dreamworld has confirmed that Motocoaster, one of the park’s most distinctive thrill rides, will be retired early next month, with its final day of operation scheduled for Sunday 1 February 2026.
The coaster will officially close on Monday 2 February 2026, marking the end of nearly two decades of operation on the Gold Coast.
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Love is in the air at Luna Park Melbourne! The iconic amusement park will host its annual romantic celebration, Luna Love, on Saturday, 14 February 2026, with a one-night-only Valentine’s Day event especially for couples, friends and fun-seekers.
From 6pm to 11pm, Luna Park’s historic carnival grounds will transform into a glowing after-dark playground overlooking Port Phillip Bay. With heritage rides illuminated and the famous Melbourne skyline as a backdrop, the event blends classic nostalgia with modern thrills.
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Funfields in Whittlesea has rolled out a brand-new interactive park map for the 2026 season, giving guests a smarter way to explore Victoria’s favourite combined water and amusement park experience.
The interactive map — now live across Funfields’ digital channels and promoted inside the park — is designed to help visitors better plan their day, find rides and facilities with ease, and make the most of all seven themed regions spread across the park’s 15.7 hectares.
