List of nature centres in Australia


The following is a list of notable nature centres and environmental education centres in Australia:
NameLocationStateSummary
Alice Springs Reptile CentreAlice SpringsNorthern TerritoryReptile and environmental education centre
Canning River Eco Education CentreWilsonWestern AustraliaNatural history and importance of the Canning River, located in 266-hectares Canning River Regional Park
Cockburn Wetland CentreBibra LakeWestern AustraliaGateway to the Beeliar Regional Park
Coolart Wetlands and Homestead ReserveSomersVictoriaLate 19th century mansion-like homestead, gardens and nature reserve
FutureworldWarrawongNew South WalesHands-on exhibits about solutions to environmental challenges
Greenbushes Eco Cultural Discovery CentreGreenbushesWestern AustraliaArea’s natural history, environment, industry and heritage
Herdsman Lake Wildlife CentreWembleyWestern Australia
Ipswich Nature CentreIpswichQueenslandLocated in Queens Park
Moreton Bay Environmental Education CentreWynnumQueensland
Piney Lakes Environmental Education CentreBooragoonWestern AustraliaFocus on the environment and sustainable living
Rockingham Regional Environment CentreRockinghamWestern AustraliaFocus on environmental issues and sustainable lifestyle choices
Wetlands Environmental Education CentreNewcastleNew South WalesPart of the Hunter Wetlands Centre
Wirraminna Environmental Education CentreBurrumbuttockNew South Wales4 hectares
Tamar Island Wetlands CentreLauncestonTasmaniaLocated on the outskirts of Launceston, mudflats, lagoons and islands are unique estuarine wetland ecosystems. With rich plant and animal resources, it is a paradise for various birds, mammals, reptiles, frogs, fish, and invertebrates.
Broome Bird ObservatoryBroomeWestern AustraliaAs a research and education facility, their aim is to work for the conservation of the migratory shorebirds which visit Roebuck Bay.