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Three park rangers standing in front of a large fold-out display and behind a table with specimens of four Australian animals on it.
19 Nov

AlterCOP 30: Nature Play and Discovery

  • Free
  • Family and kids

Come along for a fun-filled morning of nature, learning and play at the Royal Park Nature playground with a special Park Ranger educational experience.

This free community event is open to people of all ages. Families, friends and neighbours are invited to explore the award-winning nature playground at your leisure and drop into the Park Ranger educational experience. Kids can climb, create and connect with the outdoors in a safe and engaging environment.

City of Melbourne’s Park Rangers will be on hand to lead interactive learning activities and share their knowledge about local animals, plants and habitats that make this area truly unique. Visitors can step up to the educational wildlife trailer, packed with fascinating displays, hands-on resources and expert advice to help you recognise and protect local biodiversity. Whether it’s spotting birds, learning about insects, or understanding the importance of healthy ecosystems.

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Date Times
Wed 19 Nov
  • 10am - 1pm 10:00am - 1:00pm

Location

Royal Park Nature Play Playground
28 Gatehouse St
Parkville 3052

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This is a free event

Book online for AlterCOP 30: Nature Play and Discovery

Contact details

  • telephone number: 03 9658 9658
  • email address: zerocarbonbuildings@melbourne.vic.gov.au
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The City of Melbourne respectfully acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land we govern, the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung and Bunurong / Boon Wurrung peoples of the Kulin and pays respect to their Elders past and present. We acknowledge and honour the unbroken spiritual, cultural and political connection they have maintained to this unique place for more than 2000 generations.

We accept the invitation in the Uluru Statement from the Heart and are committed to walking together to build a better future. For more information, visit Aboriginal Melbourne.

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