I just heard on the radio that during these school holidays kids get free entry to Melbourne Zoo, Healesville Sanctuary and Werribee Open Range Zoo when accompanied by a paying adult.
Here's a bit more info I found online: -
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Melbourne Zoo's | Kids are FREE
Kids are FREE these school holidays!
We are excited to announce that from 1 July, 2011 children under 16 years of age will receive free admission to; Healesville Sanctuary, Melbourne Zoo and Werribee Open Range Zoo; on weekends, Victorian public holidays and Victorian Government school holidays.
Melbourne ZooBaboons On The Move
Come along and bid farewell to the baboons' old exhibit as we prepare to move them to their new home. Join in the daily talks and activities and find out what's involved in moving 16 baboons!
Kids Go Wild
Melbourne Zoo's school holiday program is back and bigger than ever with Kids Go Wild! Children will encounter an action packed day, will have exclusive access to behind-the-scenes areas of the Zoo, meet animals up close and take part in some cool craft and games!
Werribee Open Range ZooWild Nights
Grab a torch, your sense of adventure and join in the night fun at Werribee Open Range Zoo these winter school holidays! Wild Nights returns under the cover of darkness... are you brave enough?
Keeper for a Day
Are you an aspiring zoo keeper? Find out if you have what it takes to care for the amazing array of animals at Werribee Open Range Zoo these school holidays!
Healesville Sanctuary
Hopping Mad
Healesville Sanctuary has gone hopping mad for kangaroos these school holidays. Join the mob and visit our newly expanded kangaroo playground which comes complete with a giant jumping pillow for your little joeys!
Keeper for a Day
Do you want to work with animals? Healesville Sanctuary presents a full day of activities for aspiring zoo keepers. Come behind the scenes, meet our keepers and find out what it really takes to work with our animals!
The Victorian Government school holiday period for July is the 2nd - 16th July, inclusive. Children under 15 years old must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
From: Friday 1st of July 2011 To Saturday 16th of July 2011
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