When did the Australian zoo open for the first time?

When did the Australian zoo open for the first time?

Australia Zoo. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Jump to navigation Jump to search. Zoo located in the Australian state of Queensland. Australia Zoo. Australia Zoo entrance. Date opened. 3 June 1970. Location.

How to book a day at the Australia Zoo?

Call 07 5436 2030 to book with one of our friendly team members. The Irwin family, management and staff at Australia Zoo are committed to ensuring that your experience with us is exactly that – not just a day at the Zoo, but a complete experience! Check out our extensive list of additional services to help plan your ideal Australia Zoo adventure.

Is there an animal hospital in the Australian zoo?

In 2004, the Australian Animal Hospital was opened next to the zoo to help with animal care and rehabilitation. More recently, the zoo was a finalist in two categories for the 2010 Queensland Tourism Awards.

Is the Australian zoo a major tourist attraction?

Australia Zoo won the Australian Tourism Awards for 2003-2004 in the category Major Tourist Attraction. In 2004, the Australian Animal Hospital was opened next to the zoo to help with animal care and rehabilitation. The facility was built in an old avocado packing shed, and was dedicated to Lyn.

Where is the Australia Zoo on the Sunshine Coast?

Delivering conservation through exciting education! Located an hour north of Brisbane, on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, Australia Zoo is a team of passionate conservationists working around-the-clock to deliver an animal experience like no other.

Why is it important to visit the Australia Zoo?

When you visit Australia Zoo, you are making a difference to the conservation of wildlife. Every dollar you spend supports conservation projects around the world. Our conservation projects are helping to protect species from tigers in Sumatra and cheetah in Africa, to saltwater crocodiles and koalas in Australia.