The AUS $16M project has been approved by the New South Wales Government and will see Sydney’s Taronga Zoo undergo an upgrade.
One of the zoo’s most popular areas, the Australia Precinct will be main the focus of the upgrade and will see the addition of a koala viewing canopy walk and developments to the walkthrough kangaroo and wallaby experiences. Also included in the plans is an underwater viewing area for platypuses and improvements to the nocturnal exhibition.
Cameron Kerr, Chief Executive Officer of Taronga Zoo, commented: “For a zoo to remain relevant, it must constantly evolve. Our new Wildlife Retreat at Taronga will deliver truly unique experiences to the people of Sydney, NSW, Australia and our international visitors. Guests will leave not only rejuvenated, but also with the knowledge that their stay has made a meaningful to wildlife and its conservation.”
Work on the project will commence in the coming months and is expected to be completed by 2023.
