Robert’s Turning 21!

Our fearless Wildlife Warrior is turning 21 and you’re invited to celebrate this momentous occasion! Arrive early as festivities start early at 8 am!

Kids 14 & Under Get Free Admission!

Gather the family for a huge birthday bash here at Australia Zoo! Kids 14 years and under can enjoy an incredible day out for free with a paying adult. Check out our special birthday activities including interactive workshops, fun caricatures and bouncy inflatable obstacle course.

Irwin Family Feeds the Crocs

Closely following in Steve’s footsteps, watch the Irwin family celebrate a birthday like only they could…. by feeding saltwater crocs in a limited-time throwback in our original grandstands! Be amazed by the jaw-snapping action and applaud Australia’s truly ancient apex predator. Don’t forget to sing Happy Birthday to our fearless Wildlife Warrior!

And the Crikey! Mag Photo Competition Winners Are…

Admire the incredible photography from this year’s Crikey! Magazine Photo Competition! The gallery will be open from 9 am featuring wildlife images from our winners, highly commended, and finalists from around the world.

Photo Walks by CameraPro

Dreaming of expanding your photography skills and winning next year’s Crikey! Magazine Photography Competition? Join professional photographers from CameraPro on a wild walking adventure. Spaces are limited, so please register via the link below. BYO camera (or even your phone) and a sense of adventure…

Robert’s Snapshot Safari

As you explore the Zoo, snap a picture of four exciting habitats as part of Robert’s Snapshot Safari. Decode our clues and keep the adventure going throughout the day!

Share the images on Instagram, Facebook, or TikTok with the hashtag #Roberts21stBirthday for your chance to win a Ripper Robert Prize Pack! Get your entry in before midnight on Robert’s birthday to be in with a shot.

Live Musical Performances

Experience incredible music and dance performances all day across the Zoo including:

Gubbi Gubbi Roving Dance Performances sharing their traditional dance and Dreamtime stories

African Drumming and Dance Performances immersing guests in the culture of our beautiful African Savannah, plus you can even grab a drum and join in

Croc Rock Sessions featuring several talented local acoustic musicians.

Free Ice Cream!

Thanks to our friends at Streets, you can cool off on your way out of the Zoo with a free Magnum Classic ice cream! As you head home through the Exit Gift Shop, don’t forget to grab one from 2:00 pm while stocks last.

Win an Austrack Camper

Visit between December 1 and January 31 for a chance to win a brand-new Talawana X 11 LT Camper Trailer from Austrack Campers valued at $49,990! Just by visiting, you’ll snag a ticket for this life-changing giveaway. Boost your odds by purchasing 2 Coca-Cola products or 2 Streets Ice Cream products or by spending $50 or more in any of our Gift Shops and at Guest Services.*

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