Plans for a multi-million dollar expansion of the Gold Coast's Dreamworld precinct could be fast-tracked by the Queensland government after plans stalled with the council.

The application, initially lodged in 2023, envisions the 30-hectare site divided into four distinct zones, encompassing a major tourism core with existing rides, a nature-based tourism area, a town centre precinct including residential homes, and a gateway precinct featuring a resort, restaurants and bars.

The state government today toured the theme park before indicating it may use its "call-in powers" to bypass Gold Coast City Council and directly manage the approval process.

According to Dreamworld chief executive Greg Yong, the lack of certainty has hindered progress.

"I can't talk to developers, I can't ta

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