News: Zoos
WAZA to implement new operational plan
The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) has unveiled a new strategic plan and vision. Working with the global community of zoos and aquariums to promote the best...
Jun 25, 2023
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Aussie Ark spotlights its Manager of Conservation to mark World Female Ranger Day
To mark today being World Female Ranger Day, conservation organisation Aussie Ark spotlights the incredible career of its Manager of Conservation, Hayley Shute. Shute has worked...
Jun 22, 2023
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Cairns Aquarium offered for sale to new investors
The owners of the Cairns Aquarium have put the popular attraction on the market, with commercial real estate agents, Colliers, appointed to manage the sale process, which it is...
Jun 4, 2023
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Village Roadshow Theme Parks introduces Reconciliation Action Plan
Village Roadshow Theme Parks has this week launched its inaugural Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) with a traditional smoking ceremony by the Yugambeh Region Aboriginal...
May 31, 2023
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Merlin Entertainments spotlights SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium’s coral conservation project
With World Reef Awareness Day being held on 1st June 2023, Merlin Entertainments is spotlighting an innovative coral-conservation project between SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and...
May 29, 2023
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Adelaide Zoo spotlights achievements over 140 years
Adelaide Zoo is celebrating its 140th anniversary with birthday treats for animals and a party for members and visitors during which Chief Executive Elaine Bensted thanked the...
May 28, 2023
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Aussie Ark officially opens new Brush-tailed Rock wallaby enclosures at Barrington Tops
Conservation organisation Aussie Ark has officially opened its new Brush-tailed Rock wallaby enclosures at their Barrington Tops facility. Six new enclosures have been built to...
May 28, 2023
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SeaWorld Abu Dhabi gets official opening
An opening event attended by hundreds of guests has celebrated the launch of SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, the Arabian Gulf region's first marine life theme park. Beyond the official...
May 23, 2023
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Sea World team conduct specialised training to prepare for whale strandings and entanglements
As part of ongoing specialist training to coincide with the annual Humpback Whale migration period, the Sea World team has recently been conducting whale rescue exercises. The...
May 18, 2023
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Tasmanian Devil released by Chris Hemsworth in Barrington Wildlife Sanctuary is with joeys
Aussie Ark with major partners Re:wild, WildArk and the Australian Reptile Park have shared that Tasmanian Devil ‘Adventurous Lisa’ – released into the Barrington Wildlife...
May 17, 2023
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SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium collaborates in first Port Stephens’ seahorse ocean release
The fourth and most successful year of a pioneering collaboration between SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and the NSW Department of Primary Industries Fisheries has resulted in more...
May 10, 2023
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Singapore’s new Bird Paradise attraction welcomes first guests
Singapore’s new Bird Paradise attraction at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve welcomed about 3,000 members of the public on the first day of its soft opening. Bird Paradise’s soft...
May 9, 2023
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Taronga Western Plains Zoo celebrates birth of Black Rhino calf
Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo is celebrating the birth of a male Black Rhino calf born on 14th April to mother Kufara using a world-first reproductive treatment for the...
May 2, 2023
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Adelaide Zoo expands its inclusive opportunities
A South Australian Government funding boost of $10,000 will allow Zoos SA to expand and deliver its series of relaxed experiences for the State’s autistic and autism...
May 1, 2023
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Construction commences on Perth Zoo’s $3.8 million accessible playground
Construction has commenced on Perth Zoo’s $3.8 million all-ages, nature-based playground, marking a milestone for the Zoo's Master Plan 2040. The playground is set to become a...
Apr 25, 2023
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Popular light immersive attraction returns to Adelaide Zoo
One of Illuminate Adelaide’s most popular events - Light Creatures – returns to Adelaide Zoo from 29th June – 23rd July 2023 offering fun for all ages as well providing an...
Apr 18, 2023
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Wildlife interactions and aquatic playspace among experiences on offer at Bali Safari Park
Bali Safari Park offers an array of family experiences from close-up interactions with wildlife to educational programs, unique dining experiences, exciting rides and aquatic...
Apr 18, 2023
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Taronga Zoo and Taronga Western Plains Zoo now powered by 100% renewable electricity
Taronga Zoo and Taronga Western Plains Zoo have become the first zoos in NSW to be powered by 100% renewable electricity with emissions saved every year equivalent in weight to...
Apr 16, 2023
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Snow Leopard sisters move from Melbourne to Wellington Zoo
A pair of rare Snow Leopards have arrived at Wellington Zoo with visitors now able to view them in a brand-new habitat. Sisters Asha and Manju have come from Melbourne Zoo where...
Apr 14, 2023
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Google expands Things to Do feature with further maps integration
Becoming ever more important to visitor attractions and tourism activities and operations, Google is expanding its Things to Do feature within its Google Maps feature. Enabling...
Apr 11, 2023
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Singapore's Bird Paradise and Mandai Wildlife West to open to visitors on 8th May
The Mandai Wildlife Group has advised that visitors will soon be able to walk through Singapore's Bird Paradise and Mandai Wildlife West. Singapore’s new bird park is set for a...
Apr 10, 2023
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Canberra’s visitor economy rebounds to reach record highs in 2022
Rebounding after the COVID-19 pandemic, Canberra’s visitor economy bounced back strongly last year, with visitor expenditure reaching a record high of $3.03 billion for the year...
Apr 7, 2023
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Go City and Mandai Wildlife Group announce multi-year strategic tourism partnership
Aiming to encourage tourists arriving in Singapore to visit the Mandai Wildlife Reserve, home of the city-state’s wildlife parks, attraction pass company Go City has signed a...
Apr 7, 2023
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SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium marks April Fool’s Day with Jellyfish Dive Xtreme
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium has marked April Fool’s Day 2023 with the launch of a world-first Jellyfish Dive Xtreme – a clever marketing strategy. The marketing strategy...
Mar 31, 2023
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