Join Terri Irwin AM, Bindi Irwin and Professor Craig Franklin as they deliver the 2026 Steve Irwin Memorial Lecture, 'From Steve's Vision to Scientific Discovery: 20 years of Crocodile Research'.

After the talk, enjoy exclusive after-hours access to Queensland Museum exhibition Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends. As you explore the interactive displays, experts from The University of Queensland (UQ) will be available to answer your questions and share deeper insights into the fascinating world of crocodiles.

Date: Thursday 25 June

Time: 5:30–8:30pm (lecture from 6pm)

Venue: Queensland Museum, corner of Grey and Melbourne Street, South Brisbane

Tickets: $45 for adults, $25 for children (5–15 years old). Includes lecture, exclusive access to the exhibition, nibbles and a drink.

Tickets are limited – register now to secure your place.

Speakers

Terri Irwin AM (Doctor of Science honoris causa '15): conservationist, author, zookeeper and owner of Australia Zoo

Terri Irwin will co-present on crocodile capture work and the long-standing research partnership between Australia Zoo and UQ.

Bindi Irwin: conservationist, zookeeper and Chief Executive Officer of Australia Zoo

Bindi Irwin will discuss crocodile capture work and explore research developments.

Emeritus Professor Craig Franklin: UQ School of the Environment

Professor Franklin will share the latest crocodile research and key discoveries from the last 20 years.

 

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