Things to do
Meet the Daisy Hill koalas
Daisy Hill Koala Centre is nestled among eucalyptus trees and surrounded by wildlife, inviting you to connect with nature. As you enter through a ramped boardwalk, you will be greeted by a large, immersive outdoor koala enclosure. See how many koalas you can spot! Make sure to keep quiet around our koalas – they need to sleep 18 to 22 hours every day.
Boondi
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Boondi is our only male koala.
Boondi is a 9-year-old captive-born male koala from Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, enjoying his retirement here at Daisy Hill Koala Centre. Catch Boondi pulling a funny face or striking a pose for the camera – if you’re lucky, you might even get to hear Boondi practicing his bellow or walking between perches.
Molly
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Molly is our oldest koala at 12 years old.
Our oldest koala at Daisy Hill Koala Centre, Molly is a 12-year-old female rescued from the wild. Molly was found in Strathpine in 2016 with signs of reproductive disease. She was rehabilitated in hospital but could not be released into the wild because the damage caused by the disease left her infertile. Molly enjoys sleeping in her favourite tree fork but will almost always wake up for a piece of spotted gum!
Wynter
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Wynter is our youngest koala and is very curious.
Wynter was orphaned as a young joey when she lost her mum to a car strike. She was raised by a wildlife carer, but unfortunately, she wasn’t able to develop all the skills needed to thrive in the wild. Blue gum is Wynter’s favourite food, although she also enjoys a nibble on dirt or termite mound every now and then. Dirt and termite mound can provide koalas with vitamins and minerals that supplement their diet of eucalyptus leaves.
Sadie
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Sadie has had a long and remarkable journey.
Born in September 2018, Sadie has had a long and remarkable journey.
Orphaned as a joey after losing her mum to a dog attack, she was hand-raised by wildlife carers and successfully returned to the wild. However, after struggling to thrive in the wild after numerous joeys, it was best for her continued wellbeing to become a koala ambassador at the centre.
Step into koala conservation
Step inside the centre to explore the world of koalas. Engage with informative and interactive exhibits that reveal the unique qualities of this iconic species and the efforts to conserve it.
Get koala-fied
Discover all things koala as you venture inside Daisy Hill Koala Centre. Take time to:
- learn all about the koala’s life cycle and unique biology
- become a koala detective as you practice how to spot these elusive marsupials in the wild
- take a walk back in time through Queensland’s koala history
- learn the threats koalas face and the signs and symptoms of sick or injured koalas
- discover how you can contribute to the conservation of koalas and make a difference.
Wildlife Ranger koala talks
We invite you to attend a presentation by a Wildlife Ranger to learn about each of the koalas at the centre. You will hear their stories of survival and learn about the significant efforts being made in Queensland to protect their species. The Ranger will explain how you can participate in koala conservation, and they will teach you how to become an expert koala spotter! Talk times are 11am and 2pm, every day. The presentations are free, and no reservations are necessary.
Please note that Daisy Hill Koala Centre does not currently offer private koala talks.
Feeding time
Our Wildlife Rangers feed fresh leaf to the koalas daily around 1.30pm, before the 2pm talk. Although there are no guarantees, this is often a good time to see the koalas awake.
For safety reasons, members of the public are not permitted to feed or touch the koalas.
Get up close and personal with our resident koalas as you walk through the large outdoor koala enclosure.
Photo credit: Debi Brett © Queensland Government
Learn all about the koala’s life cycle and unique biology with interactive exhibits.
Photo credit: Debi Brett © Queensland Government
Attend a koala talk hosted by one of our Wildlife Rangers and learn about each of the koalas at Daisy Hill Koala Centre.
Photo credit: Debi Brett © Queensland Government
Stick around after the 2pm koala talk to see our Wildlife Rangers feed the koalas.
Photo credit: Debi Brett © Queensland Government
Koalas are very fussy eaters. Out of 900 eucalypt species, one koala will have only a dozen favourites!
Get more out of your visit
Head to the top floor of the centre to discover why koalas are just one piece of the conservation puzzle. Explore some of Queensland's other wildlife conservation projects through seasonal displays and inspiring documentaries, showing in the woodland theatre.
After visiting the koala centre, we recommend that you take some time to explore the lovely picnic grounds and walking trails in the surrounding conservation park. These include the Paperbark trail, which is accessible for wheelchairs and prams. You may come across wallabies, kookaburras, and goannas in these areas and you can also practice your koala spotting skills. For more information view Daisy Hill Conservation Park.
Holiday programs: Junior Ranger Program
Koala Guardians 8 to 12 years old | $30.80 | 25 September and 2 October 2026
Treat your child to a special behind-the-scenes experience where they’ll learn about koala conservation and discover how our rangers care for them. Through fun, engaging activities, they’ll explore koala habitats, discover how to protect these adorable marsupials, and become a proud koala guardian.
Don’t miss out – view more information and secure your child’s spot today!
School and community group bookings
Free Koala Talks for Schools
Bookings are essential for groups larger than 10 wanting to visit Daisy Hill Koala Centre. The centre is open for self-guided group visits from Monday to Sunday between 10am and 4pm. Groups are welcome to attend the free public talks given daily at 11am and 2pm. To make a booking for a school or community group, please visit Queensland National Parks Booking Service | Daisy Hill Koala Centre.
Please split your group to support the wellbeing of our koalas. No more than 50 people are to be inside Daisy Hill Koala Centre at one time. Thank you for keeping noise to a minimum.
Groups of 40 or more people are required to apply for an 'Organised Events Notification' with the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service. In additional information, please type the following 'Organised Event Notification – school group' (this will give you an exemption for the $36 application fee).
If your activity is commercial in nature (for example, a business or fund-raising activity) you will require a commercial activity permit commercial activity permit.
School resources
On Country Adventure Pack
Our new On Country Adventure Pack, is a self-guided First Nations activity pack designed to support schools in delivering cross-curricular activities during your visit.
Curated by Ranger Taleah, a Bundjalung woman, the On Country Adventure Pack features a range of authentic First Nations traditional games and activities. These include the Yulunga Traditional Indigenous Games, collated by the Australian Sports Commission with acknowledgments to Dr Edwards and the traditional owners.
These hands-on activities are a wonderful way for students to explore wildlife-inspired storytelling, enjoy physical activity, and foster a deeper understanding of First Nations culture.
Don’t forget to select our On Country Adventure Packs when booking your visit with us.
Schools are welcome to browse the school resources to accompany their visit.
Our knowledgeable Wildlife Rangers share unique stories about koalas and their conservation.
Photo credit: Debi Brett © Queensland Government
School and community groups are welcome to attend the daily Wildlife Ranger koala talks.
Photo credit: Debi Brett © Queensland Government
Learn how you can help contribute to koala conservation through Wildlife Ranger talks, holiday programs and educational resources.
Photo credit: Debi Brett © Queensland Government
Enhance your group’s visit to Daisy Hill Koala Centre with curriculum-aligned teacher packs for primary and high school.
Photo credit: Debi Brett © Queensland Government
Take full advantage of the wider Daisy Hill Conservation Park for your group’s visit.
Photo credit: Debi Brett © Queensland Government
- There are currently no park alerts for this park.