Check out the Neighbours at Wellington Zoo

Media release
20 September 2013

Check out the Neighbours at Wellington Zoo

Neighbours, the new Australian Precinct at Wellington Zoo, will be open for visitors from Saturday 28 September, the first weekend of the school holidays.

Neighbours is the new home for Eastern Grey Kangaroos, Parma and Tammar Wallabies, Emu, Dingoes, Brolga Crane and Cape Barren Geese.

“The Australian animals of Wellington Zoo play an important role in our community: they connect us with our closest neighbours,” said Karen Fifield, Wellington Zoo Chief Executive.

“This engaging walk-through exhibit will bring our visitors closer than ever to our Aussie animals and encourage them to learn more about their Australian neighbours.”

“The design is a continuation of Wellington Zoo’s great creative tradition of designing and building innovative exhibits in-house, and the interpretation highlights the family and community values of the animals – Kangaroos, for example, are the ‘greenies’ of the neighbourhood and use minimal energy when they travel.”

“We’re thrilled to share the exciting news that four Tasmanian Devils will also be moving into Neighbours in December. Caring for Tassie Devils is a first for Wellington Zoo. These ambassador animals will create significant community interest and awareness for the conservation programme established for the survival of this endangered species.”

There will be a special $5 entry discount on the Neighbours opening day for visitors who dress up like an Aussie or bring in their Australian passports.

Entertainment will include a new Australian animal talk in the exhibit, Aussie-themed games and prizes, face-painting, music and giveaways from Classic Hits.

For more information about Neighbours please visit www.wellingtonzoo.com.

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