Blackbutt Reserve Wildlife Exhibit

Welcome to the Blackbutt Reserve Wildlife Exhibit, located in New Lambton, Carnley Avenue, Australia. As an establishment, park, point of interest, tourist attraction, and zoo, Blackbutt Reserve has a rich history of showcasing captive wildlife that dates back to the 1960s. Over the years, the exhibits have been relocated from Lookout Road to the Carnley Reserve entrance, offering a more accessible and immersive experience for visitors.

Blackbutt Reserve boasts a collection of multi award-winning wildlife exhibits, each designed to provide a unique opportunity for visitors to observe and learn about various species. The exhibits are accompanied by informative interpretative signage, strategically placed along a wheelchair and pram-friendly boardwalk. This ensures that everyone, regardless of mobility, can fully enjoy and appreciate the diverse fauna on display.

To plan your visit, you can view the comprehensive list of animal species currently exhibited at Blackbutt Reserve by downloading the provided PDF. Additionally, you can access our Carnley Reserve map, also available in PDF format, to help navigate your way to the wildlife exhibits.

At the City of Newcastle, we acknowledge and pay respect to the traditional country of the Awabakal and Worimi peoples, upon whose grounds Blackbutt Reserve operates. We recognize and honor their rich cultural heritage, beliefs, and enduring connection to the land. We also acknowledge the challenges they have faced as proud survivors of more than two hundred years of dispossession. As a community, we are committed to addressing disadvantages and striving for justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Come and explore the wonders of Blackbutt Reserve Wildlife Exhibit, where you can connect with nature, learn about our incredible wildlife, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Australia's natural heritage.