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Cool treats for the animalsFollowing that crazy storms over the weekend, the weather has now started to warm up again with the sun out and temperatures over 30 degrees.
Posted on 18th January 2012 by Media Relations
Milestone for Zoo just around the cornerThis year Taronga Western Plains Zoo will celebrate 35th years of caring for wildlife on Tuesday 28 February 2012.
Posted on 17th January 2012 by Media Relations
Anton's "Paws" Campaign for KoalasLocal student, Anton Nankivill recently visited the Zoo to present a cheque to the Taronga Foundation following his school’s amazing efforts to raise…
Posted on 16th January 2012 by Media Relations
Sumatran Tiger Cubs Growing FastTaronga’s precious male Sumatran Tiger cubs have cracked the 20 kilogram mark. The female, Kartika is just trailing her brothers at a robust 18…
Posted on 12th January 2012 by Media Relations
For all the romanticsOn Valentine’s Day, Tuesday 14 February 2012, the Zoo will be hosting a unique dining experience that is sure to be a night to remember for you and…
Posted on 10th January 2012 by Media Relations
Our Special ‘K’, the Reclusive Regent HoneyeaterIf you were to chat to our bird keepers about breeding and caring for Regent Honeyeaters, there’s one character they often refer to, which has, shall…
Posted on 09th January 2012 by Media Relations
Brazilian Tapir Welcomes SummerWith the mercury hovering around the 30 degree mark, our Brazilian Tapir, ‘Tiquie’ got a cooling hose-down from her keeper.
Posted on 04th January 2012 by Media Relations
Otters love to nestWhen most people think of nests, they think of birds. Do you know that otters make nests every day?
Posted on 03rd January 2012 by Media Relations
A 100 kilogram Green Turtle Returns to the WildA whopping 100 kilogram Green Turtle had a fantastic end to the year, making a full recovery at Taronga Wildlife Hospital and splashing back into the…
Posted on 29th December 2011 by Media Relations
Tightrope Act!When most people think of the Bird Show, it is naturally birds that spring to mind, however the team is currently experimenting with something…
Posted on 28th December 2011 by Media Relations
Gorilla Group Celebrates ChristmasThis has been an exciting week for our gorilla group as they were treated to some Christmas enrichment.
Posted on 23rd December 2011 by Media Relations
Orphaned Joey Receives the Gift of LifeThis year, Christmas has brought with it a bittersweet gift for Taronga Keeper Megan Flowers, who has been hand-raising an orphaned Red Kangaroo joey…
Posted on 23rd December 2011 by Media Relations