Irukandji is Growing! Have you noticed the construction happening at 2 Jessie Road, Anna Bay? Irukandji is expanding and we've got some exciting new activities to share with you very soon! Irukandji's grand plans for creating a world-class aquarium are well and truly underway. The beginning of phase two is happening right [...]
Caring for sharks and rays in Port Stephens is a labour of love! These photos show just how special the bond between fish keepers and our animals are. The animals rely on them for feeding, care and conditioning. And the keepers have a deep connection the animals they care for, they understand their unique [...]
ZEBRA SHARKS PORT STEPHENS You can see these endangered zebra sharks at Port Stephens when you visit Irukandji! Although we have 14 different species of shark, ray and stingray, all incredibly unique from each other, zebra sharks seem to be a favourite amongst staff and visitors. Zebra sharks (Stegostoma tigrinum) are commonly known [...]
LOCALS MONTH AT IRUKANDJI EXTENDED! For 7 years, August has been Locals Month at Irukandji. Sadly, we had only a short time of Locals Month before COVID sent the Hunter/Newcastle into lockdown. SOOOOO... we have a special for you: BUY NOW 1/2 price- and VISIT LATER in 2021. Since moving to the [...]
Spotting sharks in Port Stephens is easy when there are so many to find at Irukandji. There are 5 different species to be found here and each one is unique and beautiful! The 5 species are: tawny nurse sharks zebra sharks brown banded bamboo sharks epaulette sharks Port Jackson sharks Many of the species [...]
Locals have the best chance to see sharks in Port Stephens during the month of August when it's half price! This year things are changing and the discount is being extended! Lucky locals can buy tickets to Irukandji for 50% off the usual price and use them anytime before the end of 2021. The [...]
LOCALS MONTH, NAIDOC WEEK & PHASE TWO IS COMING!!!!! We hope you have all been happy and well since our last newsletter. It has been a busy few months for Irukandji and we can't believe the year has flown by and it's August already! The last few months have seen lots of school groups [...]
