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Old 10-11-2010, 10:42 PM
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Just a few pics from the Australin Zoo

Hi Guys, firstly I must say that the Erwin's Australian Zoo would have to be the best I have ever experienced.

The place is immaculate and the animals are so well cared for, it is hard to leave when it closes, the place is a credit to them.

Anyway we did visit it last week, and had the best day strolling through the 70 hectares of beautiful gardens and wildlife.

Here are a few pics i took while wandering around.

Leon and Alice
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Old 10-11-2010, 10:47 PM
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The Koala singing the last note in Nesun Dorma is a classic!

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Old 10-11-2010, 10:57 PM
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LOL that Koala!
Beaut pics to remember your visit with. Glad you enjoyed it.
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Old 10-11-2010, 11:58 PM
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Wow! The pictures are terrific!
You just gotta love that Koala! At its busiest

Wish I could visit!
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Old 11-11-2010, 07:12 AM
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Thanks guys, yes it is worth a visit, and that Koala, did decide it was time to rise and shine, however he/she didn't last long and soon went to bed again.

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Old 11-11-2010, 12:38 PM
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I'd have to agree, it was the best zoo I have ever visited too

One thing missing is some pics of crocs!!!
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Old 11-11-2010, 01:29 PM
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Andrew, we can fix that, here you go, and notice the very brave littl lizard in the last image.

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Old 11-11-2010, 06:26 PM
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I think that little lizard had found a pretty safe spot I wouldn't wanna try and catch it ahaha
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Old 11-11-2010, 08:28 PM
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Hi Leon
I so look forward to hearing your travel adventures and seeing your pics. Thank you for sharing them with us .
I have never been to Australia Zoo (and so close by at that!), I must go sometime soon.
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Old 11-11-2010, 08:42 PM
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Thanks Suzy, tomorrow we head off toward Bourke, which is in the North West of NSW, this I expect will be a totally different land scape, so I will keep you all informed about our travels as we progress through this wonderful country.

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Old 12-11-2010, 11:20 AM
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Some great snaps Leon, visited there with the family about 3 years ago and was a great experience.
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