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Media Releases

Taronga Releases Endangered Turtles Back Into The Wild
Friday 4th February 2011
A critically endangered Hawksbill Turtle and endangered Green Turtle, both found in poor condition have been rehabilitated and released by Taronga Zoo.
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Elephant Health Update
Friday 4th February 2011
One of Taronga Zoo’s elephants, Pak Boon, has been diagnosed with Tuberculosis (TB) despite extensive pre-screening of all the elephants before coming to Australia.
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Taronga animals beat the heat
Monday 31st January 2011
Keepers at Taronga Zoo have been preparing cold treats to help the animals cool down in the hot weather this week.
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Zoo Statement
Sunday 30th January 2011
Taronga Western Plains Zoo has no intention or knowledge of speculation regarding the possible sale of the region’s premier tourist attraction.
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Taronga's Gorilla birth gives new year conservation hope
Tuesday 25th January 2011
A tiny female Western Lowland Gorilla has been born at Taronga Zoo. Born to experienced mother ‘Kriba’ on Saturday 15 January, the youngster has been named ‘Kipenzi’ which means ‘precious one’ in Swahili.
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Oprah's Ultimate Australian Adventure
Tuesday 18th January 2011
Taronga Zoo was proud to be part of Oprah’s Ultimate Australian Adventure. Airing in the US and Australia this week, the fabulous animals of the zoo animals also showcased at oprah.com/Australia.
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Zoo Saddened by Passing of Grand Old Chimpanzee
Tuesday 11th January 2011
Taronga Zoo keepers have been saddened to farewell one of their oldest chimpanzees, ‘Bessie’ today.
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Taronga Wildlife Gets Christmas Enrichment Treats
Thursday 23rd December 2010
Many Zoo animals received festive treats today in a Christmas version of Taronga’s regular enrichment program.
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Girl Guides Present Cheque to Taronga Zoo Chimpanzee Exhibition
Thursday 9th December 2010
Today the Girl Guides State Commissioner, Belinda Allen, presented a cheque for $19,250 to the Taronga Foundation, continuing their 18 years of support for the Zoo. This year the Girl Guides are contributing to the refurbishment of the home of the Zoo’s renowned Chimpanzee groups. It will help maintain the Chimpanzee conservation education program.
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Fairfax Media Announces Partnership With Taronga
Wednesday 8th December 2010
Fairfax Media has announced a three-year partnership with Taronga Conservation Society Australia that will see it become a major supporter of the Taronga Volunteers as well as driving key conservation and fundraising initiatives.
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