Discover Randwick's Hidden Rainforest - Fred Hollows Reserve

Join us for a guided walk through the enchanting Fred Hollows Reserve with Randwick Council's Bushland Officer, Emily Strautins. You'll explore lush greenery, native trees, and ferns. Wander across the suspended footbridge, discover the unique flora and fauna, and learn about the reserve's ecological significance from your expert guides.

As you venture through this tropical-like haven, you'll experience the beauty of the last open stream in Sydney's eastern suburbs, and perhaps even spot some of the local Kookaburras. It’s the perfect way to connect with nature and escape from the summer heat while discovering the hidden gems of this calming reserve.

Before the tour start, respected Aboriginal elder Aunty Maxine Ryan from La Perouse will share her cultural knowledge, experiences and stories of the local coastal area.

Meet at Bligh Place entrance to Fred Hollows Reserve. 

Aunty Maxine Ryan
Aboriginal welcome and cultural sharing 10am - 10.15am

• Suitable 8 years and above
• Children under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian
• All participants need to pay
• Refunds provided up to 48hrs prior to the event start time.

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Photographs, videos and voice recordings

Randwick City Council staff may on occasion take recordings of participants during activities (including photographs, videos and voice recordings) that could be used for the following purposes:

• educational or community information purpose
• Council displays and promotions of community education events
• to complement the promotion of Randwick's Marine and Coastal Program.

If you DO NOT wish for the participant’s recording to be used according to these conditions, please indicate this during the booking process.

Cancellation conditions

This activity may be cancelled due to insufficient bookings or poor weather. Participants will be advised in the event the activity changes or cancellation occurs. All care has been made in the preparation of the 2025 Marine and Coastal Discovery Program but some changes may occur due to circumstances beyond the control of Randwick City Council. Refunds will be provided for paid activities up to 48 hours prior to the activity start and in the event of cancellation by Randwick City Council.

To find out about other Marine and Coastal Discovery activities please visit: https://ticketing.humanitix.co... program is a Sustaining Our City initiative and is funded from Randwick City’s Environmental Levy.

Randwick City Council acknowledges the Bidjigal and Gadigal Peoples who have traditionally occupied the Sydney coast for thousands of years, the Traditional Custodians of the land. We celebrate their ongoing connection to the land and waters of the coastal area and their contribution to the life and identity of Randwick City. We acknowledge and pay respect to Elders past and present.