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A koala at Cleland Wildlife Park, Adelaide.

Plan your visit to Cleland Wildlife Park: Opening hours, ticket prices and parking

First time visiting Cleland Wildlife Park? This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, parking, accessibility, and how to get there. History and overview of Cleland Wildlife Park Cleland Wildlife Park is located in the Adelaide Hills, about 20 minutes from central Adelaide in South Australia.…
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Tags: Adelaide, Australia, South Australia, wildlife, zoos
The entrance to Luna Park Melbourne in St Kilda.

Luna Park Melbourne guide: Hours, prices, parking & visitor tips

A history of fun: Australia’s oldest theme park Luna Park Melbourne, located in the bayside suburb of St Kilda, has operated continuously since its official opening on December 13, 1912. It holds the distinction of being Australia's oldest continually operating theme park. The park’s most…
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Tags: Australia, Melbourne, theme parks, Victoria

First time visitors’ guide to the Hunter Valley Wildlife Park, NSW

What is the Hunter Valley Wildlife Park? The Hunter Valley Wildlife Park (formerly Hunter Valley Zoo) is a privately owned zoo located in Nulkaba, New South Wales, approximately two hours north of Sydney and 45 minutes from Newcastle. Set on 10 to 20 acres in…
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Tags: Australia, Hunter Valley, New South Wales, wildlife, zoos
The Big Banana in Coffs Harbour, New South Wales.

Plan your visit to Coffs Harbour’s Big Banana: Opening hours, ticket prices and parking

The Big Banana Fun Park in Coffs Harbour is one of Australia’s most recognisable “big things” and a full-day family destination combining thrill rides, water park features, mini-golf, ice skating and banana-themed fun. This practical guide provides clear information for first-time visitors about opening hours,…
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Tags: Australia, Coffs Harbour, New South Wales, theme parks
A tiger at Melbourne Zoo in Melbourne, Victoria.

Melbourne Zoo visitor guide: Hours, prices, parking and practical tips

Australia’s oldest zoo: A conservation legacy Melbourne Zoo, officially known as the Royal Melbourne Zoological Gardens, is Australia's oldest zoo, established in 1862 in its current location within Royal Park. The zoo is internationally recognized for its extensive conservation and research programs and beautifully landscaped…
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Tags: Australia, Melbourne, Victoria, zoos
The entrance to the Museum of the Goldfields in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia.

Visiting the Museum of the Goldfields, Kalgoorlie: practical guide for first-time visitors

This guide to the Museum of the Goldfields provides exact information you’ll need: opening hours, entry cost, how to get there, parking and accessibility, and best times to visit so your visit is well-planned and rewarding. History and overview of the Museum of the Goldfields…
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Tags: Australia, Kalgoorlie, mines, museums, Western Australia
Cottesloe Beach in Perth, Western Australia.

Guide to Cottesloe Beach, Perth: Transport, lifeguard times & parking

This guide to Cottesloe Beach gives you verified information you need: how to get there, parking rules, lifeguard hours and facilities, accessibility, and best times to visit so your beach trip goes smoothly. A brief overview and features of Cottesloe Beach Cottesloe Beach is one…
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Tags: Australia, beaches, Perth, Western Australia
Scarborough Beach in Perth, Western Australia.

Visiting Scarborough Beach, Perth: practical guide for first-time visitors

This guide to Scarborough Beach in Perth, Western Australia, gives you useful, practical details: how to get there, parking charges, what is free, accessibility options, and best times to visit so your beach day is well planned. A brief overview and description of Scarborough Beach…
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Tags: Australia, beaches, Perth, Western Australia
The Boab Tree in the Western Australian Botanic Gardens, Perth.

Western Australian Botanic Garden, Perth: Practical visitor tips

This guide to the Western Australian Botanic Garden in Kings Park, Perth, gives you all the facts you need: opening hours, entry cost, how to get there by public transport or car, parking arrangements, accessibility, and best times of day and year to visit. A…
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Tags: Australia, gardens, parks, Perth, Western Australia

Australian National Maritime Museum, Sydney: Practical visitor guide

Moored at Sydney's Darling Harbour, the Australian National Maritime Museum is home to historic vessels, maritime galleries and waterfront dining. This guide gives you all the practical info: how to get there, opening hours, ticketing, parking, accessibility and best times to visit, plus nearby attractions…
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Tags: Australia, museums, New South Wales, Sydney

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