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Thereโs more to this city than nightclubs and theme parks. And, with not a glitter strip in sight, Currumbin’s locals and visitors prefer to take things easy โ a culture thatโs inherently Gold Coast. Nestled perfectly between the most glorious expanse of golden beaches and a sumptuously serene hinterland backdrop lies the Gold Coastโs humble Currumbin….
For generations,ย the Gold Coastโs famed miniature railwayย has meandered its way through the heritage-listed zoological garden, that is,ย Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. Nestled in the heart of the cityโs coastal eucalyptus and rainforest are four shiny red, blue and green trains so loved by the local and international community, theyโve made their way onto the Queensland heritage register….
Aussies are always insisting on doing things a little differently โ and the same goes for those age-old traditions. Instead of celebrating a certain well-known holiday bunny, an Easter in the land down under shines a light on a rather unsuspecting long-eared and pointy-nosed creature:ย the Greater Bilby. The bilby is important to Australians for many…
The best place to meet our national icon is at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary The koala is a much-loved symbol of Australia thatโs instantly recognised by locals and tourists alike โ and thereโs only once place on earth youโll find these uniquely adorable tree-dwellers: the great down under. If youโre mapping out your visit to the…
Thereโs a lot more to Australiaโs golden holiday destination than its endless sunshine and glorious stretches of pristine beaches โ and sunkissed Gold Coasters know just how to appreciate the hidden delights of their laid-back locale. With the cityโs incredible coastlines and surf breaks, attractions and thrills, food and cafรฉ culture, nightlife, and lush hinterland…
The covered areas of the Gold Coastโs pristine Currumbin coastline bear hidden secrets of a prehistoric nature. The whole family can now explore the new and unmissable heritage and history within an ancient Lost Valley vista. With so many things to do and see, itโs easy to get lost in a forgotten world; but whatโs so unmissable about this…
Looking for things to do on the Gold Coast? National Trust Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary (NTCWS) is delighted to introduce the public to the Lost Valley rainforest precinct and its exotic new arrivals. The attraction will see visitors set off on an expedition through unmistakeable recreations of prehistoric times, with some of the world’s most unique and distinctive flora…
Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary has been conserving native wildlife and nurturing the local indigenous heritage for over 70 years. This regional treasure has also been educating and entertaining families and tourists from all across the globe. So naturally, the animal attraction is at the heart of Gold Coast history. Youโd be hard pressed to find a local who hasnโt experienced the…
With Fatherโs Day just around the corner, itโs time to celebrate and salute the dedicated dads that call Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary home. ย From the leader of the pack to the devoted nurturer, the most cooperative, and the foodie fanaticโฆ weโve rounded up some fatherly facts and tidbits about our awesome animals in residence.ย The Snuggly…
We respectfully acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the greater Yugambeh language region, the Country on which Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary and Hospital are situated today. We recognise their continuing connections to the land, sky, waters (waterways), and wildlife. We thank them for caring for this Country and its ecosystems.
We celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, and we pay our respect to Elders past and present.
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