News & events

There is always something happening at the Hunter Wetlands Centre Australia. Check out our daily activities or maybe join in one our regular or special events held during each of the seasons throughout the year.

The four seasons offers so much for you to enjoy:

SUMMER

Four species of Egret are seasonal migrants to our wetlands, 4,000 of these elegant birds nest in the paperbark trees, teaching their young to fly.

AUTUMN

A MASS MIGRATION OF OVER 7,000 Ibis arrive, roosting at night, they fan across the wetlands during the day to feed.

WINTER

Sunshine floods the Visitor Centre. Explore the numerous tank displays in the comfort of the café, and enjoy bird watching through panoramic windows over the ponds below.

SPRING

Wildflowers bloom in the native gardens, attracting a host of Honeyeaters. Swans guide their cygnets across the ponds and the weather is perfect for exploring the outdoors.

-- Regular Events & Activities

-- School Holiday Activities

-- Major Events