An ADF families event: DMFS National Families Week at Melbourne Zoo

NOTE: This event is only for current serving, full time, Australian Defence Force members, partners and their families.

ADF members and families are invited to join us at our National Families Week Event.

Start your day at Leopard lodge were you will catch up with our DMFS team and collect all your information about the Zoo. With over 3700 animals to see in the heart of Melbourne City you can bring the family and explore the grounds maybe even make new Defence friends. There is plenty to see and do with many keeper talk and activities. Refreshments will be provided.

There is affordable car parking available at $2 for five hours, public transport is close by.

Be sure to register by Friday 10th April 2026.

You should carefully read the following information to ensure you are aware of all requirements relating to this event. This information is regularly updated and may not be the same as information on previous DMFS events you may have registered for.
• When registering for the event, you must register for a ticket for yourself and each person attending (including every baby, toddler and child).
• Ensure that the email address you register with is accurate as you will receive your booking confirmation, and any additional information or changes to the event, by email.
• A photographer may be in attendance at this event. If you don’t want to be photographed, or have your family photographed, please let the photographer know. Please note: any photos taken may be used in DMFS publications, online or on social media.
• In the event of a change in government COVID-19 restrictions, this event may be cancelled or rescheduled.
• If you or someone in your family are feeling unwell with flu-like symptoms on the day of the event, please stay at home. If you attend the event with flu-like symptoms, staff will advise you to return home and to seek medical advice.
• If you become unable to attend the event, please cancel your booking by clicking on the link in your confirmation email ‘View and manage your order online’. This takes you to your ‘Tickets’ page where you can choose the ‘Cancel my Order’ option to release the tickets back to the event listing.

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