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The Zoo and Aquarium Association (ZAA) represents the collective voice of the zoos & aquariums across Australasia that operate to the highest standards.

30/10/2026

Have you checked out our new accredited member map?

Zoos, aquariums and wildlife parks, all with different animals, different focuses and different stories. Now you can explore them all in one spot.

Our new member map lets you:
📍 Tap a pin to meet the animals
📖 Read the stories and conservation work behind each member
🔎 Find any member in seconds
🌏 Switch to your own language
🔗 Click through to plan your visit

Visit the map here: zaa.maptivateapp.com.au

26/10/2026

ZAA is launching a new fundraising campaign for Australia’s most threatened wildlife! 🐾

Australia is home to wildlife found nowhere else on Earth, but for some of our most threatened species, the future is far from certain.

Behind every species at risk of extinction is a team of scientists, conservationists and zoos working to change its trajectory. These Recovery Teams are asking the hard questions: Where are these animals still living? How many are left? What’s threatening them? And how do we protect their genetic diversity without adding stress to already vulnerable populations?

Many of these projects don’t have the funding to find the answers. So we’re stepping in to help six Recovery Teams working for:

🦘 Southern Brush-tailed Rock-wallaby
🐁 Pookila
🐭 Smoky Mouse
🐀 Broad-toothed Rat
🐸 Growling Grass Frog
🐀 Central Rock Rat

They may not always get the spotlight, but every one of them plays a vital role in its ecosystem, and every dollar donated gets them closer to a future in the wild.

Donate here: https://gofund.me/7026ec994

Not able to give? Sharing this post helps just as much.

23/10/2026

🌏 Tomorrow is International Day of Climate Action.

For wildlife, climate change isn’t a distant problem. Drought, bushfires and shifting habitats are already putting pressure on species here in Australasia and around the world.

Zoos and aquariums are part of the response. ZAA and its members lead 97 breeding programs, connect 22 million visitors with nature each year, and educate over a million students about wildlife, building understanding of the threats species face and what we can do about them.

Across Australasia, our members are leading conservation work that gives threatened species a fighting chance in a changing climate.

📸 1. Auckland Zoo
📸 2. Zoos Victoria
📸 3. Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park

20/10/2026

Ever wondered where to meet a cassowary, a red panda or a quokka? Our new member map has the answer.

Created in partnership with Maptivate, our member map is now live as part of our new ZAA website!

We wanted to create a better way for people to locate and discover the incredible organisations that make up the ZAA community, and now you can explore them all in one place.

📍 Find ZAA accredited members near you
🦘 Discover the animals in their care
🌿 Learn more about their work in conservation and animal welfare
🔎 Explore what makes each member institution unique

A huge thank you to Maptivate for helping us showcase the accredited zoos, aquariums and wildlife parks across the Australasian region and creating a map that puts our members front and centre.

And while you’re exploring the map, don’t forget to have a look around the new ZAA website, where you’ll find the latest about our welfare accreditation program, ZAA species breeding programs, conservation work and resources.

Head to the new ZAA website and discover our members for yourself: https://www.zooaquarium.org.au/

12/10/2026

A new chapter in marine rescue and rehabilitation is underway, with construction beginning on a world-class marine wildlife hospital at Sea World - Gold Coast, Australia🐋🌊

The new Sea World Foundation Wildlife Hospital will give the Marine Sciences team even greater capability to care for sick and injured marine animals, from whales and dolphins to turtles, dugongs, seabirds and more.

Designed specifically for marine wildlife rescue, the new facility will include specialist equipment, rehabilitation spaces and onsite vessel access to support rapid responses when animals are in need.

This new facility is a huge step forward for marine conservation and a reminder of the incredible work happening every day to protect Australia’s wildlife.

Congratulations to the Sea World Foundation and Marine Sciences teams on this exciting milestone.

09/10/2026

A very special passenger recently made his way from Christchurch to Franz Josef. Meet Taumaka, a tawaki | Fiordland crested penguin with an important conservation story to share. 🐧

After suffering a serious flipper injury, believed to have been caused by a shark attack, Taumaka was unable to return safely to the wild. Following months of rehabilitation at the South Island Wildlife Hospital, he has now found a permanent home at West Coast Wildlife Centre.

With support from the Department of Conservation, Ngāti Māhaki and Te Rūnanga o Makaawhio, Taumaka’s future has been secured through an approach that recognises the importance of guardianship and sharing the story of this treasured species.

Taumaka will take time to settle into his new habitat and get to know his new keepers before meeting visitors.

Tawaki are one of the world’s rarest penguins and are classified as At Risk – Declining. Through Taumaka’s story, visitors will learn more about these incredible birds and the work being done to protect native wildlife.

Read more about Taumaka’s journey and other stories from across the zoo and aquarium community on the ZAA website https://www.zooaquarium.org.au/public/public/News/News.aspx?hkey=adf2e696-fa9d-47eb-ba32-a173dabcf9af

06/10/2026

For zoos and wildlife parks, telling the story of an animal often centres on where it lives, what it eats, how it behaves and why its conservation matters. But how do we recognise the wildlife stories of indigenous people, whose local species are interwoven with their cultures?

For Wellington Zoo Te Nukuao, the answer has been an ongoing journey to integrate Māori perspectives throughout their organisation. This has not simply been by adding Māori names or cultural elements to existing spaces, but by rethinking how animals, people, place and the environment are connected.

Discover how this approach is shaping Te Nukuao Wellington Zoo's work and relationships with community https://www.zooaquarium.org.au/public/News/Articles/Member-Spotlight--Representing-Wildlife-Through-a-M-ori-Lens-at-Te-Nukuao-Wellington-Zoo.aspx

30/09/2026

From 14–20 September, Aotearoa celebrated Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori, with this year’s theme, Ake, Ake, Ake – Mō Ake Tonu Te Reo Māori | a forever language, for the life of the language, recognising the ongoing journey to protect and grow te reo Māori for generations to come.

Across our membership, attractions and institutions found meaningful ways to celebrate and connect with their communities, including Willowbank Wildlife Reserve.

Through collaboration with Te Wānanga o Aotearoa, Willowbank created a series of connection hubs that invited visitors to engage with te reo Māori and learn more about the kaupapa.

Highlights included:
🦎 A te reo Māori animal map at the ticketing counter, helping visitors discover more about the taonga species at Willowbank and learn their Māori names
🌿 A special activation with Te Wānanga o Aotearoa, where visitors could take on a te reo challenge, learn a new phrase, and receive a koha.
💬 Kaimahi engaging with visitors throughout the grounds, creating opportunities for natural kōrero connected to the animals and the environment around them.

The activation created meaningful moments for both local visitors and international guests, with the te reo Māori map proving a popular resource among patrons and staff alike.

Mauri ora to the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve team and everyone across our membership who took part in Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori.

Incorporating Indigenous perspectives into our visitor experiences is an important part of telling authentic stories, building stronger connections with communities, and recognising the enduring value of Māori knowledge, language, and culture.

29/09/2026

Sea World - Gold Coast, Australia Marine Sciences team have been busy with four rescues in four days, including helping return an entangled humpback whale safely back to the ocean following a challenging rescue operation off the Gold Coast. 🐋

After becoming entangled in marine debris, the whale faced significant risks to its health and survival. Thanks to the skill, experience and dedication of the Sea World team and their rescue partners, the whale was successfully freed and given the opportunity to continue its journey through Australian waters.

For a migrating humpback whale, a successful disentanglement can mean the difference between returning to the ocean to feed, migrate and contribute to the future of the population, or facing potentially life-threatening consequences from prolonged entanglement.

This rescue highlights the important role of ZAA members in supporting wildlife conservation beyond their facilities and bringing together specialist expertise, veterinary knowledge and hands-on experience to respond when animals need help most.

Congratulations to the Sea World Marine Sciences team and all partners involved in this incredible rescue effort.

22/09/2026

On Monday 20 July, Kiwi Park held a special blessing and naming ceremony to celebrate the hatching of a new Brown Kiwi chick. The chick was gifted the name Tuku Iho. 💚

Tuku Iho means “handed down through generations”, a fitting name for a manu | bird with such deep cultural and conservation significance in Aotearoa New Zealand.

The ceremony was led by long-time friend of Kiwi Park, Willie Solomon, who invited members of the Tahuna Māori weavers’ group to tautoko | support him in this special event.

Following a mihi of welcome, Willie delivered the blessing and naming of Tuku Iho in both te Reo Māori and English. The ceremony concluded with a waiata sung by those present, followed by a haunting and thought-provoking melody played on a Kōauau Ponga Ihu, a traditional Māori nose flute.

The skills, knowledge, and kaitiakitanga | guardianship of indigenous people should always be respected and included in progressive conservation kaupapa | initiatives. Whether in Aotearoa, Australia, Papua New Guinea or beyond, ZAA supports our members to strengthen their partnerships with indigenous communities and work together to protect the natural world.

As Kiwi Park celebrates 40 years of conservation, Tuku Iho becomes part of a much longer story of dedication to protecting New Zealand's precious wildlife and inspiring future generations.

Welcome to Kiwi Park Tuku Iho.💚

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PO Box 538
Mosman, NSW
2088

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.zooaquarium.org.au/

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