Updated 19/03/10
Latest News
She's drinking abouit 12 litres a day of mother Dokkoon's rich milk, and the result is that she's putting on about a kilo a day -- her most recent weight was 186 kg, well up on her birthweight of 110kg . Read more...
There's not long to wait before Mali: My Baby Book becomes available on March 26th.
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Viewing Information
Mali is still very young and needs her rest. She will be available for public viewing at the following times:
Weekdays:
12:00pm - 1:30pm
Weekends (extended viewing):
10:30am - 12:00pm
2:15pm - 3:45pm
These times are intended as a guide only and are subject to change. Please check back for daily updates prior to planning your visit. Although we will try our best to allow our visitors to meet Mali, her well-being is our first priority.
In order to accommodate the large number of visitors coming to meet Mali, viewing will be limited to groups of approximately 150 visitors per 5 minute interval across the duration of the advertised viewing session.
Parking at the Zoo is limited. We recommend using public transport in planning your visit. For further information go to http://www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au/
The Zoo appreciates the community's patience in waiting to see Mali.
Please check this website for updates on viewing times.

Adopt our Baby Elephant and Win!
Adopt our Baby Elephant before 30th April 2010 and you could win an Elephant painting valued at $295!
Painted by Bong Su (baby's dad), the painting measures 50cm x 60cm and comes complete with a certificate of authenticity.
You can adopt for as little as $10 per month and its the perfect gift for a family member, loved one or yourself!
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Get the latest on the new baby elephant at Melbourne Zoo
Find out moreSee the latest photos and videos on the new baby elephant at Melbourne Zoo
Find out moreFollow keeper Steve's blog on the Asian Elephants at Melbourne Zoo.
Find out moreThe Asian Elephant is the largest of Asia's many animal species. They can grow to a height of 3.5m and may weigh up to 5,000kg. Newborn elephants weigh only 100kg.
Find out moreMelbourne Zoo staff are anxiously awaiting the first ever baby elephant, which is expected to arrive any day. Asian Elephant Dokkoon's pregnancy is progressing well. She is one of Melbourne Zoo's five Asian Elephants.
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