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Dubbo Zoo ready to reopenTaronga Western Plains Zoo Dubbo has been a hive of activity as it prepares to reopen its gates on Monday 1 June 2020, welcoming guests back once…
Posted on 29th May 2020 by Media Relations
Rare chicks receive clean bill of healthTwo rare Plains-wanderer chicks at Taronga Western Plains Zoo, Dubbo received a clean bill of health from the Zoo’s veterinarian at their first…
Posted on 15th May 2020 by Media Relations
Five Otter pups born at DubboTaronga Western Plains Zoo has welcomed the birth of five Oriental Small-clawed Otter pups to mum, Jafar and dad, Harry on Tuesday 28 April 2020.
Posted on 08th May 2020 by Media Relations
Male Hippo calf welcomed at Dubbo ZooKeepers at Taronga Western Plains Zoo are delighted by the safe arrival of a male Hippopotamus calf, born in the early hours of the morning on…
Posted on 04th May 2020 by Media Relations
Breeding success for rare Australian birdTaronga Western Plains Zoo has welcomed two critically endangered Plains-wanderer chicks that hatched on 8 March 2020. The chicks are the first born…
Posted on 04th May 2020 by Media Relations
Greater Bilby baby boom in DubboIt’s a Greater Bilby baby boom at the Taronga Sanctuary in Dubbo, with 19 joeys born to the conservation breeding program since it commenced in mid-…
Posted on 04th May 2020 by Media Relations
Taronga Conservation Society Australia still in operationWith the temporary closure of Taronga’s properties, the Taronga Foundation will continue to fundraise during to ensure Taronga can continue operating…
Posted on 25th March 2020 by Media Relations
Baby boom for the Bellinger River Snapping Turtle35 critically endangered Bellinger River Snapping Turtles have hatched at Taronga's breeding facility this year.
Posted on 16th March 2020 by Media Relations
Celebrate sustainable seafood weekEven though the situation is critical, as consumers, we have the power to help create a future full of fish for everyone.
Posted on 04th March 2020 by Media Relations
Innovation and community engagement to address plasticsWhile the challenges posed by plastics are significant, there are also great opportunities to capitalise on new ideas and solutions.
Posted on 04th March 2020 by Media Relations
Innovation tackling the illegal wildlife tradeAt current estimates, the illegal wildlife crime is worth US$23 billion a year. But what if harnessing the power of technology and innovation offers…
Posted on 04th March 2020 by Media Relations
Regent Honeyeaters first health check at DubboIt was a health check of a different kind as some of Taronga Western Plains Zoo’s smallest residents, eight Regent Honeyeaters, had their first…
Posted on 27th February 2020 by Media Relations