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Feed the Emus
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Playgrounds
Our Animals
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Encounters
Reptile Encounters
Critter Encounter
Education
School Excursions
TAFE Excursions
Cross Countries
School Holidays
Vacation Care
Plan your visit
Location & Getting Here
Map
Public Transport
Driving
Opening Hours
Picnic Facilities and Kiosk
Wildlife Exhibits
Office
What's on
Feeding times
Reptile Show
Activities for Kids
Facilities
Blackbutt Reserve
Richley Reserve
Carnley
Parties & Events
Shelter Hire
Weddings
Corporate Events
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History
Future Planning
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COVID-19: Updates
Careers & Conservation
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Careers
Conservation
Information
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Encounters
Encounters
Blackbutt Reserve offers opportunities to get up close and personal with a range of animals in one of our public or private encounters.
Reptile Encounters
Private reptile encounters are held in the Wildlife Arena, this is your opportunity to get up close and personal.
Critter Encounter
Critter encounters for parties and events held in the Wildlife Arena.
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