Honestly, this park isn't all that special, though I can't really knock a park all that much…read moreconsidering that any amount of greenery in the middle of a city is a pretty good thing, and this place is certainly one of those places. Look, it really isn't all that big, and there isn't really all that much here, but still it is a splash of greenery which still makes it pretty good.

Compact park on a gentle slope towards the beach. Flat paved paths criss-cross the greenery and…read moreshady trees. We'd heard about Friday Chill - a series of free open air gigs in the park every Friday evening in the summer - and came along on two evenings during our stay. Bring a picnic and some refreshments (or order pizzas to the park like the group near us did!) and enjoy the music as the sun goes down.

Woooo! Let's go see some kangaroos and all Australian things!…read more AMBIANCE: Parking: There's a parking lot! We didn't have any issues finding parking, but we did go on a weekday. Vibes: It's not near your major big cities of Australia, maybe an hour away from Newcastle area. A very spacious area which is good for the animals. I spent a good 1.5 hrs here but that's probably because 1hr was spent feeding the kangaroos (they had an albino one). They had a good range of animals I dig the passport game, feeding spots, and general information. They have snacks if you do get hungry. TL;DR OVERALL: 5 Stars. I love this place! Who doesn't love feeding kangaroos. This zoo has it all, which I appreciate. There may be many zoos, but this is definitely one worth visiting if you're in the area. Tips: * Careful when feeding the giraffes!

This small park offers opportunities to see a variety of animals up close. Many of the enclosures…read moreseem small, especially for birds. Peacocks are loose everywhere. The lemurs seemed to be having a big argument due to the noise, but a sign indicated they were just communicating. Animals not native to Australia are also on view, such as American alligators, camels, giraffes and lions. Kangaroos can be fed and petted, including some unusual albino kangaroos. Giraffes can also be fed-- an ice cream cone filled with grasses. The pathways are freshly raked, and it's a great animal park for toddlers as it's not too big. There's also a cafe for drinks and snacks that has shaded picnic tables.

Great place for a bit of light hearted fun. Not only…read moreoffering bowling (cosmic too), but also laser tag, karaoke, a bar, pool tables and a few arcade games. Can be a wait to obtain a lane but with the other options plus plenty of nearby eateries, you are sure to find something to fill in the time.

The staff here is helpful and proficient. Great night out for a low key, relaxed and enjoyable timeread more

I have been involved with football or soccer for many, many years, and I have found Newcastle…read moreFootball to (overall) be very helpful and professional in the many dealings that I have had with them. The technical advice and assistance has been great and very useful, and their equipment shop has a great range of gear and at very competitive prices. Unfortunately, politics can sometimes be encountered, and which makes you question some decisions that are being made, but overall, they are pretty good people in the football scene locally.

Best aquarium in newcastle region. Healthy fish and great selection. Owner is outstanding. Very…read moreknowledgeable

One of the best aquarium specialists in the hunter valley area, perhaps only rivaled by Crossroads…read moreand Krempins. There's a great selection of fish and corals including marine, freshwater, cold water and tropical. The tanks are always clean and the fish healthy and free from disease. I've had nothing but good experiences with the staff, who are both knowledgeable and pleasant to talk to. Also very helpful in sorting out any issues with equipment malfunctions. They also have a lot of high end brands at reasonable prices. Would definitely recommend to anyone interested in fish or herp care.

Lake Macquarie is the largest permanent coastal saltwater lake in the southern hemisphere…read more It is the primary fishing harbour of Newcastle, Lake Macquarie also offers productive nighttime fishing conditions, as well as during the day when the weather conditions are right. You can visit the link below for more fishing spots around Newcastle. http://royalnewcastle.com.au/best-fishing-spots-around-newcastle/

Parks are actually quite nice, which is why when I am wandering past them I tend to take a little…read morebit of time to actually look around, even if they happen to be somewhat large. This is another one of those nice splashes of greenery, but it also contains the memorial, which is always reflective of the age of the town. This park is actually reasonably large, which means that it is good for sports, as well as for letting the dogs run around.

We loved our time here! Great value! We spent 4 hours here... You get so close to the animals and…read morecan see them all really well. Free-roaming kangaroos that you can pet (or buy $2 food). There's an experience twice a day where you can feed bottles of milk to the baby goats and sheep. It's a crazy wild experience as they all run around!! You can also try milking a cow. Twice a day there's also a free tractor trailer ride around the park. Fun aviary that you can walk up stairs into. There's a year-round splash pad plus two playgrounds and many picnic tables to BYO lunch on, or buy their lunch food. All around a wonderful way to spend the morning!

Fantastic farm! Tons of Australian farm animals. This is such a wonderful place for kids. It's an…read moreintimate farm, but yet tons to do. Found the staff to be friendly and most importantly enthusiastic. For some of us it was our first time seeing a koala and camels and being able to feed them was an amazing treat. Found the pricing to be reasonable and again perfect outing for a family of all ages. We'll be back again for sure!