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3. THE SCHOOL OF THE AIR
If you are travelling with children, then attending the Alice Springs School of the Air is in order. The school began operating in mid-1951, starting with oneway radios and then two-way radios, always advancing with technology to the current use of satellites, to conduct classes to students in remote areas including stations and Aboriginal communities.
4. ALICE SPRINGS DESERT PARK
The Alice Springs Desert Park is the easiest way to have instant access to the flora and fauna of the region. The developed part of the park sprawls over 52 hectares and features woodland, sand country and desert rivers, with numerous exhibits highlighting the glorious animals that live here. The river aviary throbs with zebra finches and budgerigars; you may also see a grebe floating on the surface of a pond with stilts foraging on the shoreline. The desert aviary is home to red-capped robins and princess parrots. As you wander, watch for enclosures with bustards, dingoes, red kangaroos and emus. The Birds of Prey show features raptors brought into the park after being injured. They are now ambassadors for their species. The Nocturnal House is wonderful, and includes a number of delightful bilbies.
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THE ROYAL FLYING DOCTOR SERVICE
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THE REPTILE CENTRE
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SCHOOL OF THE AIR( 08) 8951 6834 VISIT WEBSITE
THE DESERT PARK
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