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Finding our favourite animals means looking for clues, like tracks, nests, or scratch marks on trees. This fun activity teaches kids the sleuthing skills they need to spot species in the wild.

Pack a snack, water and dress appropriately for the weather and be sun safe, then come join the fun!

Have you ever seen a brush-tailed rock-wallaby? Not in the wild in the ACT that’s for sure! This species was last seen in the wild in the ACT in 1959 – at Tidbinbilla. With the success of our Threatened Species breeding program, and partnerships, brush-tailed rock-wallaby’s can again be seen at Tidbinbilla – behind predator proof fences where they can live their lives in safety.

Join a member of the Threatened Species Team for a walk along the Barayngu Murawung track for a chance to see these elusive animals. You will find out all about this species, why it has disappeared and what the ACT Government is doing at Tidbinbilla to get this species back into the wild where it belongs!

This is an 800m walk with a gentle slope and several stairs. Each wander will be approximately 45 minutes. Remember to wear good walking shoes, bring drinking water, dress appropriately for the weather and be sun safe.

Come and learn about King Arthur, Lady Yellow, and Princess Annii, Tidbinbilla’s resident ‘royal’ koalas! Koalas have featured and delighted visitors at Tidbinbilla for almost 100 years and continue to be a favourite animal attraction.

Join a member of Tidbinbilla’s Threatened Species Team who will share stories and insights into these iconic and fascinating species at our Koala display enclosure.

Pram and Wheelchair friendly.

Experience a true taste of the Australian bush! Join us for freshly brewed billy tea and warm damper, a traditional bush bread once cooked by swagmen and stockmen over an open campfire.

Kids can mix up their own damper and cook it over an open fire, and we’ll also brew up some billy tea to wash it down.

Don't forget to wear suitable walking shoes, bring drinking water, dress appropriately for the weather and be sun safe.

‘Cubby House Rules’ is back for the school holidays. Using the materials provided and a little creativity, kids can build their own dream cubby, right in the heart of Tidbinbilla.

Pack a snack, water and dress appropriately for the weather and be sun safe, most of all pack your lunch to have in your cubby, then come join the fun!

Love Tidbinbilla and Namadgi? Become a VisitorAssist volunteer!

VisitorAssist volunteers provide information, support, and a welcoming presence for park visitors.

Join a ‘Come and Try Day’ to learn more about the role. You’ll meet the Volunteer Coordinator and current volunteers, hear about what’s involved, and take part in a guided walk through the Wetland Sanctuary at Tidbinbilla to see the role in action.

Join Ranger Bec to explore Tidbinbilla landscapes through a creative and engaging art activity. Starting out from Rock Valley Homestead you will join Ranger Bec on a short guided walk and along the way the group will gather natural materials before returning to Rock Valley Homestead where you will turn these natural items into unique tools to be used to paint the Tidbinbilla landscape.

Love Tidbinbilla and Namadgi? Become a VisitorAssist volunteer!

VisitorAssist volunteers provide information, support, and a welcoming presence for park visitors.

Join a ‘Come and Try Day’ to learn more about the role. You’ll meet the Volunteer Coordinator and current volunteers, hear about what’s involved, and take part in a guided walk through the Wetland Sanctuary at Tidbinbilla to see the role in action.

Welcome to the Platypus Month 2026 Launch! Join us to kick off the month-long celebration of these unique creatures throughout August including walks, surveys, celebrations and Waterbug displays. Immerse yourself in platypus-themed activities, workshops, and presentations across the month. Join Upper Murrumbidgee Waterwatch at the Platypus month launch event and join in on a Platypus Walk to find out all about how to spot these elusive creatures that live in our waterways. Come along to enjoy platypus themed activities for the whole family, enjoy the Jerrabomberra Wetlands, find out about upcoming Platypus events and enjoy some morning tea and live music.

Celebrate Platypus Month by attending a walk with Ngunnawal elder Tyronne Bell and Waterwatch. This year, Upper Murrumbidgee Waterwatch is delivering a morning Platypus walk at the Namarag Nature Reserve in partnership with Tyronne Bell from Thunderstone Aboriginal Cultural Services. The Ngunnawal word for Platypus is Mulanggang. Mulanggang are a significant totem for Ngunnawal and their presence indicates healthy and abundant landscapes and waterways. The walk is about 2km return. If you have mobility issues, our other platypus walks are probably a better fit as they have easier river access. The walk will go for around an hour and a half, you are then welcome to continue enjoying the river and keep a lookout for Platypus and Rakali. Bookings are essential.