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Wild vs farmed seafood – are they both sustainable?Our oceans need our help. Almost 90% of the world’s fish stocks are depleted, over-exploited or fished up to their limit. This is bad news for the…
Posted on 10th March 2019 by Media Relations
Giraffe calves pass one month milestoneOur Giraffe calves have passed the one month milestone and are going great guns!
Posted on 05th March 2019 by Media Relations
Remembering GigiGigi’s passing has left a big hole in the hearts of many of the Zoo’s staff, none more so than the elephant keepers who cared for her during her time…
Posted on 28th February 2019 by Media Relations
Bilbies ready to be released into SanctuaryTaronga Western Plains Zoo has eight Greater Bilbies ready to release into a 110-hectare conservation and breeding sanctuary in Dubbo.
Posted on 28th February 2019 by Media Relations
The powerful message behind Taronga's Seal ShowThe award-winning Taronga Seal Show has again been recognised for inspiring guests to act for the future of our oceans.
Posted on 26th February 2019 by Media Relations
Zoo mourns the loss of Asian Elephant, GigiTaronga Western Plains Zoo is mourning the loss of elderly female Asian Elephant, Gigi.
Posted on 25th February 2019 by Media Relations
Growing up is monkey businessSpider Monkey baby Mica is now three and half months old and is continuing to flourish, growing stronger each week. Mica is starting to be more…
Posted on 25th February 2019 by Media Relations
New Waterhole Cafe and water play projectTaronga Western Plains Zoo’s new Waterhole Café and water play area will see $10.2 million invested to redevelop the current kiosk located at the mid…
Posted on 24th February 2019 by Media Relations
Baby Bearded Dragons releasedBaby Bearded Dragons that were collected from an injured female and hatched after an incubation period at the Zoo's Wildlife Hospital have been…
Posted on 18th February 2019 by Media Relations
Short course schools scientists on vital wildlife health issuesScientists from all over the world have arrived at the Taronga Institute of Science & Learning to train the next generation of conservation…
Posted on 18th February 2019 by Media Relations
Keepers hoping love is in the airThis Valentine’s Day, Keepers at Taronga Western Plains Zoo are hoping love is in the air for the Zoo’s Black Rhinos! Keepers play a match-making…
Posted on 14th February 2019 by Media Relations
Taronga Announces the Birth of Three Rare Tiger CubsSee incredible behind-the-scenes footage of the births of three Sumatran Tiger cubs.
Posted on 01st February 2019 by Media Relations