What is the Name the Quokkas competition?
The Name the Quokkas competition is organised by Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary. It invites participants to propose names for the Sanctuary's new male and female Quokkas. This competition offers a unique opportunity for Australian residents to engage creatively with wildlife conservation efforts at the Sanctuary.
What are the prizes for the Name the Quokkas competition?
The prize for the Name the Quokkas competition is a Trip.com travel package valued at approximately $2,638 AUD. It includes a $1,500 flight voucher for two return domestic flights to Perth, two nights' accommodation with breakfast, return ferry travel to Rottnest Island, and three days of car hire. The total prize pool value is $2,638 AUD.
When does the competition close?
The competition closes at 4:00 PM AEST on Monday, 5 October 2026.
How do I enter the competition?
To enter the competition, participants must visit Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary during the competition period and scan the official QR code at Quokka Nook. They must complete the online entry form and submit two proposed names for the male and female Quokkas. A valid email and mobile number are required for entry.
Who is eligible to enter the Name the Quokkas competition?
The Name the Quokkas competition is open to Australian residents aged 18 years or over. Employees of Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, Trip.com, and associated agencies, as well as their immediate family members, are not eligible to enter.
How is the winner selected?
The winner is selected based on skill. The Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary Wildlife Team reviews entries and chooses the most suitable names for the Quokkas based on creativity, originality, and appropriateness. If no suitable names are selected, a random draw may occur.
How will the winner be notified?
The winner will be notified via the email address and/or mobile phone number provided in their entry. The Sanctuary will contact the winner through email, phone call, or SMS shortly after the competition ends.
What happens if the prize is unclaimed?
If the prize is unclaimed within three days of notification, it may be forfeited. The Sanctuary may then award the prize to another eligible entrant selected at random from remaining entries.
Who is the promoter of the Name the Quokkas competition?
The promoter of the Name the Quokkas competition is Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary.