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Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary is a zoo in Currumbin on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia, opened in 1947 by beekeeper Alex Griffiths. Run since 1976 as a not-for-profit by the National Trust of Queensland, it holds one of the largest collections of native Australian species, including koalas, kangaroos and crocodiles. It is renowned for its daily feeding of wild rainbow lorikeets and its on-site wildlife hospital.

Access
Address: 28 Tomewin St, Currumbin, QLD 4223.
Opened
1947 (month/day unconfirmed) · about 79 years of history

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Exterior of Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
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Basic Information

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary basic information
TypeZoo
LocationAustraliaCurrumbin, Gold Coast, Queensland
Opened1947 Source
Official / Social

Highlights

  1. Breakfast With Koalas

    A hands-on experience of sharing breakfast with koalas. Source

  2. Croc Wetlands

    An area exhibiting American alligators and saltwater crocodiles. Source

  3. Astra Lumina

    A nighttime light-show experience set in the bush. Source

  4. Wild lorikeet feeding

    A free feeding event held daily at 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Source

Access

Address: 28 Tomewin St, Currumbin, QLD 4223. Phone: (07) 5534 1266. Source

Hours and Admission

Hours and admission for Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary
HoursDaily 9:00–16:00 (last entry 15:30). Closed April 25 (Anzac Day) and December 25. Source
AdmissionDay pass from A$50. Nighttime event "Astra Lumina" from A$30. Annual membership from A$75. Online bookings carry an additional 1.75% fee. No child or family price categories are listed. Parking is A$10 per day (free for members). Source

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FAQ

When and by whom was Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary established?
It was established in 1947 by beekeeper and floriculturist Alex Griffiths. In 1976 Griffiths gifted it to the National Trust of Queensland, which has operated it ever since. Source
What are the sanctuary's signature features?
It is world-renowned for the daily feeding of wild rainbow lorikeets and has an on-site wildlife hospital that treats injured animals. Source

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