
Supporting people with 22q11.2 Deletion or 22q11.2 Duplication Syndrome.
Awareness, Education, Community & Support
Established 1994
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22q at the Zoo - 2025
Sydney, New South Wales
🧡 Join Us for the 2025 22q Family Camp & 22q at the Zoo – Sydney! 🦁🌿
Whether you join us for the whole weekend or just Saturday’s activities, we’d love to see you there!
📅 16–18 May 2025
📍 Sydney Lakeside Holiday Park, Narrabeen NSW
👉 Check out the park’s facilities here
Get ready for a weekend of connection, fun, and community at our 22q Family Camp—and don’t miss the annual 22q at the Zoo Sydney event on Saturday 17 May!
Details Above.
Brisbane, Queensland
🧡 Join Us for the 2025 22q at the Zoo
Southbank Brisbane 🧡
🍓 Brisbane’s Big Picnic – 22q at the Zoo Day 🧺
📍 Riverside Green Playground, Southbank
📅 Sunday 18 May 2025 | From 12 noon
Join 22q families from across Queensland for a relaxed afternoon by the river!
❤️ Wear red, bring a picnic rug, and either pack your lunch or grab something delicious from the nearby cafes.
A fun, casual day to connect, share stories, and enjoy the beautiful South Bank surrounds together.
Everyone’s welcome – bring the whole family!
RSVP: Tamara Harrison - harrison08@y7mail.com
Melbourne, Victoria
🦘 Join Us for the 2025 22q at the Zoo22q at the Zoo – Melbourne
📅 Sunday 18 May 2025
📍 Location & time: 📅Healesville Sanctuary, from 10.30am
$$ $53 adults 16 years and Over
$$ $0 Children 0 - 15 Years
$$ $40 Concession
We’re excited to be bringing 22q at the Zoo to Melbourne again this year!
As always, expect a relaxed and welcoming day for families to connect, share stories, and enjoy some time out together.
🧡 Save the date and watch this space – we can’t wait to see you there!
Perth, Western Australia
📍 Perth Zoo, 20 Labouchere Rd, South Perth
📅 Saturday 24 May 2025 | From 10:30am
Join us for a fun and relaxed day at Perth Zoo to connect with other 22q families and raise awareness for 22q Deletion Syndrome.
🌟 Wear red to show your support and come along to meet new friends, share experiences, and enjoy the zoo’s beautiful surroundings.
🍴 Bring a picnic or grab lunch at the zoo cafes.
🐒 Fun activities, great company, and more!
🧡 Everyone is welcome – we look forward to seeing you there!
RSVP: Kelly Grant - grantyourwishes@yahoo.com
Hamilton, New Zealand
Join us for a relaxed, family-friendly picnic at the Magical Bridge Playground in Hamilton as part of 22q at the Zoo 2025!
📍 Magical Bridge Playground, Gate 2, 800 Heaphy Terrace, Hamilton
📅 Sunday 18 May 2025 | From 11:00am
🌤 Bring a picnic blanket, your favourite snacks or lunch, and enjoy a casual get-together with other 22q families.
It’s a great chance to connect, chat, and let the kids play in a welcoming, inclusive space.
☔ If it rains, we’ll postpone – so fingers crossed for sunshine!
We’d love to see you there if you can make it!
This is a wonderful opportunity for families affected by 22q to connect, share stories, and enjoy the beautiful surroundings together. All ages welcome – bring a picnic, your curiosity, and your smiles!
RSVP Via Facebook
Christchurch, New Zealand
Join us for a fun and relaxed family day out at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve in Christchurch!
📍 Location: Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
📅 Date: 18th May 2025
🕙 Time: Meet at 10:00am at the main entrance
RSVP to Rebecca Smith: smithrebe@gmail.com
If you would like to coordinate an event near you, please reach out to President@22q.org.au