Workshops, Demos and Talks

Friday27 March 2026

Wild Friends Sanctuary will be attending the Expo, bringing all their amazing scaly friends along!
Join them from 13:30 to 16:30 for an interactive reptile show. You and your little one can ask questions, hold or touch all of the reptiles. It’s a fantastic opportunity to learn about these fascinating creatures up close and personal.

Saturday 28 March 2026
Join us for a full day of fascinating talks, expert insights, and hands-on learning for exotic enthusiasts of all ages

Spider Talk with Jarrod Todd

Do you know what Grammostola pulchra or Chromatopelma cyanopubescens is? No? Then why not join Jarrod Todd for an exciting deep dive into the world of tarantulas and local spider species! 

Jarrod, a passionate expert, will be guiding you through a fascinating talk on the tarantula-keeping hobby and the often-overlooked beauty of our local spider species. Learn about their intriguing biology, behaviors, and natural habitats, as well as Jarrod’s exciting spider walks in nature reserves, where he leads groups on real-life hunts for these incredible creatures.

Whether you’re curious about keeping tarantulas or simply want to learn more about our native spiders, this talk is sure to inspire you to look at these amazing arachnids in a new light.

📅 Saturday, 28 March 2026

First Talk 10:00am 

Second Talk 13:00pm