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SANCTUARY AFTER HOURS AT HEALESVILLE SANCTUARY

Looking for a serene escape into nature? Join us for an intimate, after-hours tour at Healesville Sanctuary. With no crowds, you’ll enjoy a private 90-minute guided experience, immersing yourself in the sights and sounds of the bush as day turns to night. Catch a glimpse of what to expect!

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First Look: Werribee Open Range Zoo welcomes nine majestic Asian Elephants!

Tears and hugs were plentiful when the 21-strong Elephant Keeping team witnessed the herd of nine Asian Elephants explore their new 21-hectare home. It took three separate trips to move all nine Elephants, making the family reunion at their new home all the sweeter. Through meticulous and dedicated training, one of the world's largest land animals walked into specially designed air-conditioned crates and were craned onto the back of flatbed trucks, ready to head west to Werribee Open Range Zoo. First thing on the agenda for calves Roi-Yim, Kati and Aiyara - a glorious mud wallow!

Zoos Victoria acknowledges Paula Fox AO, Lindsay Fox AC and family for their generous donation of the crates essential to transporting the herd to Werribee Open Range Zoo. Their support has made this move possible while ensuring a positive experience for the elephants, allowing mother and calf to maintain trunk and visual contact throughout their journey. We also extend thanks to those who generously contributed to the 2023 End of Financial Year Campaign and the 2024 End of Year Campaign, helping the herd "pack" and "unpack" their trunks as they settle into their new home at Werribee Open Range Zoo.

Published 13 February 2025

First Look: New Elephant Habitat at Werribee Open Range Zoo!

Join Mark Pilgrim, Director of Werribee Open Range Zoo, for a behind-the-scenes look at this incredible new space! Their new habitat—featuring lush vegetation, mud wallows, and interconnected waterholes—provides the perfect space for the herd to thrive. Plus, visitors will enjoy unique viewing opportunities, bringing you closer to these gentle giants than ever before.

Published 06 February 2025

Luk Chai is on the move!

The day is finally here! The first of our nine Asian elephants has safely arrived at his new home at Werribee Open Range Zoo. This morning, the four tonne male Luk Chai voluntarily entered a custom-built crate before being craned onto a flat-bed truck. That's right - for a brief moment, he was airborne! Keepers monitored Luk Chai remotely via cameras as the truck and Victoria Police escort vehicles made their way to the newly built 21-hectare habitat. Luk Chai is currently curiously exploring his brand-new bull barn. Stay tuned for updates as the hard-working team plans to move the remaining eight Asian elephants.

Published 06 February 2025

It's a BABY Bonanza!

From tiny meerkat pups to energetic rhino calves, Zoos Victoria welcomed an adorable baby boom in 2024! These delightful new arrivals have brought plenty of joy and excitement to our zoos. Take a closer look at just a few of these little additions, who are sure to melt your heart.

Published 22 January 2025

MEMBERS EXCLUSIVE: SPIRITS OF THE SKY TRAINING SESSION

We're excited to offer an exclusive, members-only Spirits of the Sky training session at Healesville Sanctuary these school holidays!

Join us in the flight arena where our keepers will give you a behind-the-scenes look at a private training session. Gain unique insights into the care and relationships built up over the years between the native birds and dedicated keepers. Each session is unique, shaped by what the birds choose to do in the moment—making every visit truly one-of-a-kind. Please present your membership card to gain entry at the arena.

11am – 11.15am

9, 16, 23 & 30 JANUARY 2025

For now, enjoy this sneak peek training session with Fergie the Long-billed Corella, Keeper Jessica, and Animal Training Coordinator Katrina.

Published 27 December 2024

It's a Hippo Bonanza!

Let's catch up on some of our favourite Hippo stories from Zoos Victoria.

Published 13 January 2025

COLLINS STREET FALCON SOARS AFTER EPIC RESCUE AND REHAB JOURNEY

We're soaring into the new year with this good news story! 🦅 One of Melbourne's iconic Collins Street Falcons is recovering well after injuring a wing in its urban adventures. The beautiful Bird of Prey received medical treatment at Melbourne Zoo, then spent some time at Healesville Sanctuary's Raptor Rehabilitation Centre to rebuild flight fitness before returning to the city skies.

Published 22 December 2024

let's celebrate 2024

As the year comes to an end, it’s time to reflect on everything we’ve accomplished together at Zoos Victoria. Watch our 2024 wrap-up video celebrating the incredible efforts of our staff, vets, conservationists and all those who help to Fight Extinction and ensure a future rich in wildlife. We also want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our members, whose vital support makes these achievements possible.

Published 24 December 2024

A PLATYPUS MIRACLE AT CHRISTMAS CREEK!

After 10 months of expert care at Healesville Sanctuary, a young platypus has been released back into the wild. Rescued by cyclists after being found alone and underweight on a hot February day, he now thrives in his new home at Christmas Creek, chosen for its rich habitat and flowing waterways.

Published 04 December 2024

world association of zoos and aquariums award

We are pleased to announce that Dr Jenny Gray, CEO of Zoos Victoria, has been awarded the prestigious 2024 Heini Hediger Award by the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums. This award, named after the visionary Swiss biologist Heini Hediger, honors outstanding dedication to animal welfare, conservation, sustainability, and education. It celebrates leaders who actively further these causes within their zoo or aquarium and beyond. Dr Jenny Gray’s pioneering work embodies this mission, making a lasting impact both locally and globally.

Learn more about Dr Jenny Gray and her work in animal ethics, welfare and conservation as she speaks with Richard Fidler for ABC Conversations.

Published 19 November 2024

DETECTION DOG PODCAST

Ever wondered how experts find and protect elusive Platypuses in the wild? Wildlife Detection Dog Officer Naomi Hodgens and Platypus Specialist Dr. Jessica Thomas from Healesville Sanctuary recently joined the K9 Conservationists podcast to share fascinating insights into their work tracking Platypuses in Coranderrk Creek.

Tune in to learn more about these incredible conservation efforts.

Published 12 November 2024

three new meerkat pups join the mob

Melbourne Zoo has welcomed three new adorable Meerkat pups to mum Toto and dad Malu. This is the third litter of pups to these doting parents and their older siblings help out a lot with pup care duties.

Watch the latest video of the Meerkats at Melbourne Zoo on the Zoos Victoria YouTube channel or visit Melbourne Zoo to see them yourself, they grow up fast so don't delay.

Published 04 November 2024

TEENY TINY BUT MIGHTY

Zoos Victoria has teamed up with ARIA award winning children’s music group, Teeny Tiny Stevie's to produce a song in honour of the Victoria Grassland Earless Dragon, A Tiny Dragon.

Watch the music video and next time you visit Melbourne Zoo, bring your dancing shoes and have a dance in the Dragon Disco (next to Reptile House). Don't forget to visit Keeper Kids to see the dragon and learn more about the work underway to save the species.

Published 23 October 2024

Your Tote Collectible bag is now on sale

This year we need your help to support a recently rediscovered local legend and one of the most threatened species in the world, the Victorian Grassland Earless Dragon.

The sale of every Totes for Wildlife bag directly supports the conservation of the Victorian Grassland Earless Dragon, helping us discover more about wild dragons and how they use the environment.

Published 11 October 2024

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