Dreamworld announces plans to retire one of the park’s Big Nine thrill ride

Dreamworld has announced the retirement of another of its once-prized “Big Nine” rides, whittling it’s collection of thrill rides down to six.

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DREAMWORLD has announced the retirement of another of its once-prized “Big Nine” rides, whittling it’s collection of thrill rides down to six.

A statement on the theme park’s website said its 10-year-old Buzz Saw would be retired in August 31 to make room for the park’s next thrilling addition.

The popular Buzz Saw ride will be shut down. Picture: Richard Gosling

“Since announcing plans for the park’s $32 million investment in the Steel Taipan rollercoaster, Dreamworld has planned to cease operations of BuzzSaw, given the new ride’s proximity and the park’s focus on viable future development,” the site said.

“Guests are invited to take part in their last ride of BuzzSaw before 31st August 2021.”

Buzz Saw was a draw card for Dreamworld as the tallest inversion ride in the Southern Hemisphere.

“From the apex of the ride, at 46 metres in the sky, you will be flipped upside down,” the park said.

The Buzz Saw will be removed to make way for the park’s new roller coaster. Picture by Richard Gosling

“This is where the thrill really sets in! Reaching speeds of up to 105 km per hour, you’ll fly through a series of plummeting drops, twists, and turns.”

The closure follows the removal of Wipeout and Tower of Terror II in recent years, along with the ill-fated Thunder River Rapids and Rocky Hollow Log Ride.

Steel Taipan will see guests will race through a rock tunnel in the Taipan’s arid desert home at up to 105 km/h, experiencing an exhilarating burst of darkness during the park’s 1.2km new ride.

It is on track to open in time for Christmas, pending State Government approvals.

Dreamworld is also advancing plans for a $75m on-site resort.