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 Zoo with a difference--marvellous monkeys |
Alma Road Brisbane, QLD 4503 Australia +61 7 3204 6566 |
The most popular activity here is touching the koalas and you can take your own photos with them as well. The Zoo houses many exotic animals such as Himalayan tahrs, Emperor tamarins, marmosets, baboons and macaques. If you act in front of the monkeys they will copy you-then who is the monkey?! Visitors can also feed farm animals or get close to Australian wildlife in natural surrounds, feeding the gentle kangaroos. You might even see a "joey" in the pouch, or have one scramble out to greet you! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Visit the lovely alpacas |
Lamington National Park Rd Brisbane, QLD 4275 Australia +61 7 5544 0106 |
Originally from the Incas of Peru, alpaca wool was called the "fibre of the Gods" and it is soft, silky, light and luxurious to wear. These aristocratic-faced creatures will come to the fence to show their range of colours --pure white through to black with silver, grey, chocolate, caramel, fawn, beige and creamy colours. Imitate their noises and see if they answer you. Relax in the café and enjoy the views, while admiring the local arts and crafts in the gallery that is rainforest inspired. Have fun trying on a soft jumper; your friends will want to cuddle you! Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Come and talk to a goat |
Woodward Road Brisbane, QLD 4521 Australia +61 7 5543 5546 http://www.redspot.com.au/arms... |
Work with the farmer as he tends the beef cattle, horse and Boer goats on the property, close to Lake Sampsonvale. Feed the animals, milk the cow, horse ride, swim and canoe in view of the surrounding mountains and hills. Enjoy the peace of the country, the real "great outdoors"; check the moon on a night walk and talk to the stars; the clarity is amazing! Driving west from the city you can enjoy delightful Samford Village on your way. Overnight stays in the homestead, cottages or bunkhouse, (sleeps up to 24 people). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Crack a whip for the farm show |
Lot 4 Lamington National Park Road Brisbane, QLD 4275 Australia +61 7 5543 5546 |
This farm, set in the undulating hills of the Gold Coast hinterland, offers a great chance to learn how to throw a boomerang-not an easy task. Hopefully it does not come back to knock you out! Even harder is trying to crack a stock whip! The animal stampede and feeding the baby animals are sure to amuse. For real "Aussie" flavours, have a barbecue lunch by the lagoon and hear the "Tall Tales" of Ted Whiskers as he explains how gold was found years ago. The kids will love him. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 A great Australian experience |
148 Samford Rd Ferny Hills Brisbane, QLD 4055 Australia +61 7 3872 1100 http://www.auswoolshed.com.au |
For visitors keen to immerse themselves in a uniquely Australian experience, the Australian Woolshed provides an entertaining insight into life on an outback sheep station. The "Woolshed Show" is always popular as it features eight trained rams representative of major sheep breeds, wool spinning and shearing demonstrations. Set in bushland only 20 minutes from Brisbane, there are also sheepdogs, koalas, cows and kangaroos to add to the Australian atmosphere. Traditional Australian fare, comprising damper and billy tea is available, with water slides and mini-golf to keep the kids amused. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A natural attraction |
Shore St West Cleveland Brisbane, QLD 4163 Australia +61 7 3821 0057 (Redlands Tourist Information Centre) |
The name conjures up images of a dark and foreboding wetland, but there is no mystery attached to the Black Swamp at all. It is actually a four-hectare wetland forest of scraggly melaleucas, grasses and ferns. The Black Swamp is considered to be important ecologically as it is home to a variety of birds and animals, including the sacred ibis, the majestic spoonbill crane, egrets, ducks, frogs and turtles. At dusk the swamp comes alive with the sound of beating wings as the resident colony of black headed flying foxes depart for their nocturnal feeding. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Birds that flick honey on you |
Gold Coast Highway Brisbane, QLD 4223 Australia +61 7 5534 1266 www.cws.org.au |
The lorikeet feeding here will "deafen" and thrill you--you hold the feed plate so they land on you as well (and maybe splash you) but there is much more. Currumbin Bird Sanctuary also has reptiles, mammals, other birds (and more on the lake), wildlife presentations and Aboriginal dancing. Take a mini-train ride to the animal feeding area and feel the soft lips of the wallabies as you feed them grains. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Native animals in their natural habitat |
West Burleigh Rd Brisbane, QLD 4220 Australia |
This park lets us enjoy seeing Australian wildlife in natural habitat enclosures, with rare and threatened species featured. One exciting display is the platypus in the amazing Nocturnal House. A real thrill is the salt-water crocodile feeding. There are koalas, kangaroos, cassowaries, dingoes and the only Lumholtz's tree kangaroo on display in the world, a bird aviary, and other "creature feature" presentations. Local Aboriginal clans present cultural dances and show art and craft methods. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Horses for courses |
Foggs Road Brisbane, QLD Queensland Australia +61 7 3289 4644 |
If you love horses, or just want to experience the ride, drive out west to great countryside and ride one of the 25 horses available, one for every standard of rider. Alternatively, climb aboard the wagon pulled by the fringed-legged Clydesdales and watch the others ride. This horse farm offers lead pony rides too, guided trail rides and, most exhilarating of all, moonlight rides, with an "Aussie" barbecue meal included. Moonlight rides start at 6p, or maybe a little later in summer. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cuddle a koala |
Jesmond Rd Fig Tree Pocket Brisbane, QLD 4069 Australia +61 7 3378 1366 http://www.koala.net |
Nestled in bushland on the banks of the Brisbane River, Lone Pine is home to 130 koalas and at least 100 species of Australian native animals. It is the ideal place for a close look at some unique wildlife, with koalas available to cuddle and kangaroos to feed. Lone Pine is the oldest koala sanctuary in the world and operates an important breeding and research program to ensure the survival of Australia's most loved animal. Picnic and barbecue facilities are scattered throughout the 20-hectare site, and parking is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fulfil a farming fantasy |
Nerang-Beaudesert Road Brisbane, QLD 4211 Australia +61 7 5573 8270 http://www.paradisecountry.com.au |
Get back to the simple things of life here on the farm. Rub noses with a koala while having your photo taken; enjoy scones and billy tea; milk the cow; try rounding up the sheep, and watch the stock horse move the cattle. Holding a bottle of milk for a baby animal, maybe a lamb, is a heart-warming experience, as is feeling the soft lips of the wallabies as they eat from your hand. How about trying to throw a boomerang, or crack a whip? Do not miss the ram parade, and the great country "tucker" (food!) with bush dancing and entertainment. Admission: Adults AUD46; children AUD28 Review © 2007, Wcities |
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20,000 leagues under the sea! |
Sea World Dr Brisbane, QLD 4217 Australia +61 7 5588 2205 http://www.seaworld.com.au/ |
Sea World successfully tackles the mix of education and entertainment with a grand sense of American style glitz. The Shark Encounter, Penguin Parade and huge Aquarium are all fascinating, with tours providing an opportunity to interact with Dolphins offered at additional cost. Fun rides and water features abound at the Cartoon Beach. For a more serious adrenalin surge, check out the Corkscrew Triple Loop Roller coaster. Admission: Adults AUD46; children AUD29 (4-13 years); under four free; pensioners AUD29; three park super passes are also available (Movie World, Sea World, Wet 'n' Wild). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bee amazed |
35 Tomewin Street Currumbin Brisbane, QLD 4223 Australia +61 7 5598 4548 http://www.superbee.com.au/ |
A fantastic experience, where you can learn about the incredible life of the honeybee. Located opposite the Currumbin Bird Sanctuary, this attraction would nicely complete the day. You will be surrounded by over a million live bees as you visit the hive exhibit. See how the bees live and work. A professional beekeeper holds hourly shows to entertain guests. Visitors can taste more than 15 different honeys in the showroom gift shop. Admission Adults AUD5.50; pensioners/children AUD4.25; family AUD16.50 Review © 2007, Wcities |