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Fun, fabulous and FREE things to do with kids on the Gold Coast

Published On: 18 Jun 2018

FREE - the word we parents LOVE to hear when it comes to entertaining the family. And believe it or not the Gold Coast is brimming with free, exciting and downright delightful things to do with your kids when exploring the city.

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Celebrating Dad's that call Currumbin home

Published On: 18 Jun 2018

It’s time to celebrate and salute the dedicated dads that call Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary home.

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Injured Wildlife Gold Coast: Here’s What To Do In An Emergency

Published On: 08 Jun 2018

If you’ve ever stumbled upon an injured animal on the side of the road, or if one of your pets has ever decided to bring a reluctant guest into the house, you’ll be familiar with the heart-sinking, gut-wrenching state of helplessness and dread.

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10 Facts About Capybaras: The World’s Largest Rodents

Published On: 28 May 2018

Capybaras are curious animals. While they don’t look like your run-of-the-mill street or kitchen cupboard-dweller, these South American natives are the largest rodents in the world

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The Gold Coast’s best activities for the winter school holidays

Published On: 24 May 2018

Winter isn’t so bad if you’re a Gold Coaster. In fact, it’s a quieter and less expensive time to entertain the little ones, work up a sweat, or to simply enjoy the clear blue skies and all-year-round sunshine.

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5 Endangered Australian Species You May Never Have Heard Of

Published On: 17 May 2018

Australia has lost more animals to extinction than any other country in the world. With so many of our lesser-known native animals hanging on the very cusp of existence, now’s the time to act.

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The ultimate day out in Currumbin, Gold Coast

Published On: 26 Apr 2018

There’s 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 – a culture that’s inherently Gold Coast.

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A Train Ride Down Memory Lane

Published On: 11 Apr 2018

For generations, the Gold Coast’s famed miniature railway has meandered its way through the heritage-listed zoological garden, that is, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.

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How locals will be doing the Games

Published On: 16 Mar 2018

Holidaymakers, families and sport enthusiasts are travelling from far and wide to get in on all the 12-day action.

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Why You Should Celebrate Bilbies (Not Bunnies) This Easter

Published On: 16 Mar 2018

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: the Greater Bilby.

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Where To Cuddle A Koala In Australia

Published On: 22 Feb 2018

Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary has been a favourite among Queenslanders and tourists for some time – but what else do we know about the humble koala?

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