News: Zoos
Ocean Park marks China’s National Ecology Day with Giant Panda birthday celebration
Marking China’s National Ecology Day, Hong Kong attraction, Ocean Park held a birthday party for its much-loved giant panda ambassadors, Ying Ying and Le Le, who have turned 19...
Aug 14, 2024
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Australian Reptile Park and Central Coast Mariners announce community partnership
The Central Coast Mariners and the Australian Reptile Park have revealed a new partnership designed to elevate member experience and deepen community engagement. The initiative...
Aug 6, 2024
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Aussie Ark spotlights ranger Adam Mowbray on World Wildlife Ranger Day
World Ranger Day is celebrated worldwide on July 31st to celebrate the work Rangers do to protect the planet's natural treasures and cultural heritage while also commemorating...
Jul 30, 2024
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Report shows that GetYourGuide website profits from animal abuse
Popular tourism website GetYourGuide, frequently used by Australian travellers, is a key partner in the tourism industry’s exploitative use of wildlife for entertainment,...
Jul 30, 2024
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New Wildlife Hospital opens in Tasmania at Wing's Wildlife Park
A new native wildlife hospital, located at Wing's Wildlife Park in North West Tasmania, has opened at Gunns Plains to replace the old facility which was destroyed during...
Jul 26, 2024
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Mandai Wildlife Reserve to unveil new experiences for Night Safari and Singapore Zoo
The Mandai Wildlife Reserve is preparing to unveil new experiences inside Night Safari and Singapore Zoo. The world’s first nocturnal animal park is celebrating 30 years of...
Jul 24, 2024
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Perth Zoo to enhance accessibility with new Changing Places facility
Perth Zoo will enhance its accessibility for visitors with disability with the addition of a new Changing Places facility – with the announcement coming as Western Australians...
Jul 18, 2024
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Twin zoos and aquariums conferences to be held in Sydney
Sydney is set to host two major animal conservation conferences in the next three months with both the Zoo and Aquarium Association (ZAA) of Australasia and the World...
Jul 17, 2024
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India’s Alipore Zoological Garden installs braille boards
The Alipore Zoological Garden - India's oldest formally stated zoological park and a big tourist attraction in Kolkata, West Bengal - has become the first zoo in the country to...
Jul 15, 2024
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Brisbane's Lone Pine wildlife sanctuary to end koala holding experience
The sanctuary says the decision was made in response to feedback from visitors wanting to spend more time with the koalas without necessarily holding them. A popular koala...
Jul 2, 2024
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Formerly ‘traumatised’ moon bear thrives at Vietnamese animal sanctuary
A moon bear who spent 20 years living in a cage at a bear bile farm is reported to be thriving at Animals Asia's Tam Dao sanctuary in Vietnam. Rescued as of early last year, the...
Jul 2, 2024
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Taronga Zoo opens its Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Centre
Taronga Zoo Sydney has officially opened its Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Centre (ARC) offering guests the opportunity to encounter amphibians and reptiles from across...
Jun 30, 2024
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Barrington Wildlife Sanctuary eco survey delivers impressive results for Aussie Ark
Over four nights and five days this month, Aussie Ark has conducted intensive trapping and recording of species found in its Barrington Wildlife Sanctuary – delivering...
Jun 24, 2024
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Adelaide Zoo to farewell Giant Pandas Fu Ni and Wang Wang
Zoos SA has advised that Giant Pandas Fu Ni and Wang Wang will be leaving Adelaide Zoo and returning to China, while a new pair of Giant Pandas will be arriving at Adelaide Zoo...
Jun 16, 2024
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Aussie Ark welcomes first Devil joeys for 2024
Conservation organisation Aussie Ark has conducted the first pouch checks of its Tasmanian Devil population for the 2024 breeding season and has welcomed 31 new joeys with still...
Jun 14, 2024
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Construction on Werribee Zoo’s new Elephant home reaches half-way mark
Construction has reached the halfway mark on Victoria’s new home for the majestic Asian Elephant herd with the new barns being delivered as part of the State Government’s $88...
Jun 11, 2024
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Adelaide Zoo marks 141 years with opening of original MInchin Directors’ home
Adelaide Zoo has today opened the doors of Minchin House, the original Directors’ home and announced it has renewed the license on the grave of Richard E. Minchin, the first...
May 28, 2024
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Wellington City Council projects secure top Public Architecture awards
Three Wellington City Council supported facilities secured top awards in their categories at the region’s Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects awards held last...
May 27, 2024
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Merlin Entertainments partners with Wheelhouse to expand content reach
Merlin Entertainments, a global leader in branded entertainment destinations, has partnered with US and UK-based media company Wheelhouse to deliver a new dimension to their...
May 1, 2024
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Adelaide Zoo and Illuminate Adelaide present ‘Universal Kingdom: Prehistoric Nights’
Adelaide Zoo and Illuminate Adelaide, with presenting partner SA Power Networks, are delivering ‘Universal Kingdom: Prehistoric Nights’ - an event showcasing “the evolution of...
May 1, 2024
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David van Ooran announced as Executive Director of Perth Zoo
Perth Zoo has appointed David van Ooran as its Executive Director - succeeding acting Executive Director Claire Wright in the role. van Ooran has extensive experience across...
Apr 30, 2024
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Taronga Zoo announces two more Asian Elephants for Monarto Safari Park
Taronga Zoo Sydney has advised that two more Asian Elephants are set to join three others at Monarto Safari Park in mid-2025. Pak Boon and Tang Mo from Taronga Zoo Sydney are...
Apr 24, 2024
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Conservation organisations collaborate on release of Eastern Quolls into Booderee National Park
Conservation organisations - Aussie Ark, WWF and Parks Australia - have successfully released 19 of its endangered Eastern Quolls into the 80-hectare Booderee Botanical Gardens...
Apr 21, 2024
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Future secured for Dolphin Discovery Centre with $1.5 million funding
The Western Australian Government has announced a $1.5 million funding package to secure the long-term future of the Dolphin Discovery Centre, after the popular Bunbury tourist...
Apr 14, 2024
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