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Discover the Seeds of Science

Time to let out your inner scientist!

Join us in celebrating National Science Week from 17 – 21 August! We’ll have lots of family-friendly activities happening across the whole Sanctuary, all included in your day pass and free for National Trust Queensland members. Kids can go on a seed safari trail, you can learn to make damper and even take home native seed balls to grow in your own garden.

Scroll down to get all the details and see what other exciting things are happening!

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NEW: Koalas by Twilight

25 Jul - 15 Aug

Koalas AND a star-filled adventure? Say no more! For four nights only, you can experience an unforgettable evening starting with a personal, up-close Koala experience followed by a fully immersive cosmic journey of light, sound and magic. Arrival drink + tasting platter? Already included.

This experience is sold out.

25 Jul - 15 Aug
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Limited Time Member Offer

14 Aug - 5 Sep

Light up your membership… For a limited time only, National Trust of Australia (Queensland) members can experience Astra Lumina, the enchanted night walk at Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, completely free.

Membership has its perks. This is one of the brightest.

Unlock This Stellar Deal
14 Aug - 5 Sep
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National Science Week

17 Aug - 21 Aug

Let your inner scientist out! For one week only from 17 – 21 August, there will be fun family activities around the Sanctuary to celebrate this year’s National Science Week theme Seeds of Science: Nurturing knowledge for all. Grab an activity card when you arrive to go on a fun Seed Safari Trail, stop by The Pavilion between 9am and 12pm to grab native seed balls and grasses to take home for planting, and don’t miss damper making at the Yarning Circle.

Free for members, included in Day Passes.

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17 Aug - 21 Aug
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Wildlife for Tomorrow Charity Gala

14 November

Set against the sweeping grounds of RACV Royal Pines on the Gold Coast, this signature fundraising event brings together changemakers, conservationists, community leaders and wildlife advocates for a night of purpose, connection, and profound impact.

10% Early Bird Discount live now. Get your tickets.

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14 November
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Stay tuned for these events coming soon…

  • Three kids looking at preserved butterflies and insects on a table. One girl has a Koala painted on her forehead and another girl has a butterfly sticker on her hand.

    National Science Week

    For anyone curious about science, technology and the natural world.

  • Koala Connections Koala

    Save the Koala Day

    Learn more about these iconic marsupials and how we help protect them.

  • Group of young kids walking through wildlife sanctuary

    Kids Holiday Programs

    Packed with fun outdoor adventures, wild encounters and hands-on activities.

  • Shadow of parents and child in hallooween costume walking through a forest at night illuminated with orange glow sticks

    Halloween

    Trick or treat in a truly spectacular setting for a fun, spooky family night out.

  • kids dress up for Christmas photos in nature

    Wild Christmas

    Jingle bells, jingle bells… Stay tuned for a wild Christmas you won’t forget.

  • Person in koala costume wearing green vest and with a eucalyptus and flower crown on head sitting on bench in front of eucalyptus trees and red flowers.

    National Eucalypt Day

    Celebrating the importance protecting eucalyptus habitats for Koalas.

  • Person in a life size Koala costume in a bright orange vest posing next to a large golden egg cut out from cardboard, decorated with wavy colourful lines and hanging on a tree trunk

    Wild Wonderland

    Step into a world of wonder with egg-citing Easter activities.

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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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