Zoo animals beat the heat
Whilst the summer heat continues to hover around the 40 degree mark, keepers at Taronga Western Plains Zoo are doing everything they can to keep the…
Posted on 29th January 2019 by Media Relations
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Helping hand to animals in needHelping hand to animals in need
Helping hand to animals in need
Summer has been a busy period for the Taronga Western Plains Zoo Wildlife Hospital with a number of native birds, reptiles and mammals all in need of…
Posted on 29th January 2019 by Media Relations
Taronga gets six green stars and goes Carbon NeutralTaronga gets six green stars and goes Carbon Neutral
Taronga gets six green stars and goes Carbon Neutral
With its advanced sustainability initiatives and eco buildings, Taronga is now one of the nation's greenest zoos.
Posted on 29th January 2019 by Media Relations
Taronga's Simon Duffy named as a Member of the Order of AustraliaTaronga's Simon Duffy named as a Member of the Order of Australia
Taronga's Simon Duffy named as a Member of the Order of Australia
Simon Duffy receives one of the highest honours for his work conserving Australian wildlife and Africa's endangered primate species.
Posted on 24th January 2019 by Media Relations
Guarding Zambia's wildlifeGuarding Zambia's wildlife
Guarding Zambia's wildlife
Since launching the Field Conservation Grants in 2008, Taronga has provided funding and staff support to 70 vital programs around the world.
Posted on 24th January 2019 by Media Relations
A little known AussieA little known Aussie
A little known Aussie
On the back of Australia Day we want to celebrate a little known Australian - a native bird known as the Plains-wanderer.
Posted on 15th January 2019 by Media Relations
It’s a New Year - make a changeIt’s a New Year - make a change
It’s a New Year - make a change
January is a time when we look to make a change or a fresh start at something. What if you made a green new year’s resolution or change this year,…
Posted on 07th January 2019 by Media Relations
Zoo welcomed two Christmas babiesZoo welcomed two Christmas babies
Zoo welcomed two Christmas babies
Christmas came early for Taronga Western Plains Zoom, Dubbo in the form of two Takhi foals born on 17 and 19 December 2018.
Posted on 07th January 2019 by Media Relations
Your Ultimate Guide to a Plastic Free SummerYour Ultimate Guide to a Plastic Free Summer
Your Ultimate Guide to a Plastic Free Summer
Want to make a difference these holidays? Follows these tips and reduce your plastic waste.
Posted on 20th December 2018 by Media Relations
Dubbo Zoo helps safeguard the Great Barrier ReefDubbo Zoo helps safeguard the Great Barrier Reef
Dubbo Zoo helps safeguard the Great Barrier Reef
Taronga Western Plains Zoo continues to play a pivotal role in the preservation of the Great Barrier Reef with Dr Rebecca Hobbs returning from the…
Posted on 18th December 2018 by Media Relations
New Dubbo Zoo hire centre goes solarNew Dubbo Zoo hire centre goes solar
New Dubbo Zoo hire centre goes solar
Taronga Western Plains Zoo will officially open its new bike and cart Hire Centre today. The Hire Centre features over 1000m² of solar panels and is…
Posted on 06th December 2018 by Media Relations
Six months old and thriving!Six months old and thriving!
Six months old and thriving!
The Cheetah cubs are six months old this month! They have settled into their exhibit well, are growing in size and developing their hunting skills.
Posted on 06th December 2018 by Media Relations