Kyabram Fauna Park celebrates 50 years on Saturday, March 14. Catherine Smith with Olivia Morton, 2, and Jasmine Green with Liliah Doncon, 2.
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Jemma Jones
Part nature reserve, part birthday party and entirely spectacular — the Kyabram Fauna Park turned 50 at the weekend, with a two-day celebration that drew crowds from across the region.
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Held on March 14 and 15, the event promised a wild time to celebrate the park’s five decades serving the Kyabram community — and it delivered in spectacular fashion.
Children were treated to an unforgettable birthday celebration featuring bouncing castles, colourful face painting and temporary tattoos, engaging keeper talks, and refreshing splash park adventures.
Attendees could also journey back in time at Hazelman’s Cottage, where dedicated Historical Society members, dressed in authentic period costumes, offered fascinating guided tours for history enthusiasts.
History took centre stage throughout the weekend and will remain permanently celebrated on the park’s grounds.
History is displayed on the boards as you walk into the park.
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Jemma Jones
A commemorative wall was unveiled, showcasing the past 50 years through photographs and featuring Free Press newspaper clippings.
Visitors could also become part of the park’s ongoing story by adding their personal messages to a special commemorative board celebrating this milestone birthday.
Have a look at what Saturday looked like through the Free Press lens.
Demi Norton holds Luka Williamson, 1, and Leah Davis holds Ellie Lee, 1, at the splash park.
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Jemma Jones
Harris Ferguson, 8, gets his face painted.
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Jemma Jones
Zarlee Templar, 9, and Mason Davey, 5, with (front) Layla Templar, 3, enjoying ice cream.
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Jemma Jones
Zayne Smith, 8, jumps for a bubble cluster.
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Jemma Jones
The Kyabram Historical Society put on a show for visitors at Hazelman’s Cottage, with Lyn Cocham and Geoff Partridge welcoming with music.
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Jemma Jones
Hazelman descendents Jacob, 12, and Josiah Pichler, 10, checking out the display car at the house.
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Jemma Jones
Twins Layne and Ronan Aldous, 3, hold up a five for 50 years.
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Jemma Jones
Riley Case, 7, says hi after bouncing down the bouncy castle.
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Jemma Jones
Jennine Atkinson with Marshall siblings Ryder, 5, River, 2, and Sassy, 8, at the reptile hut.
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Jemma Jones
Keepers gave engaging talks about the native Australian wildlife they have at the fauna park, including this Tasmanian devil.
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Jemma Jones
