Whether it be closer to home at Healesville Sanctuary and making the journey further to the Melbourne Zoo, Werribee Open-Range Zoo or Kyabram Fauna Park, a day out at the zoo is always a good time.
The Kids Go Free program is once again operating this school holidays, as well as on weekends and Victorian public holidays to make it an affordable day out for the family.
Acting Minister for the Environment Gayle Tierney said the State Government are proud to support the Kids Go Free program.
“More families can experience a day out at Victoria’s world-class zoos and learn about animals and build life-long memories together,” she said.
“Our zoos are home to magnificent animals from all over the globe and play an important role in conservation.”
There is always something new to see on a zoo visit, including the new-look habitat for the Giant Tortoise at Melbourne Zoo. The new habitat is nearly double the size with a new heated/filtered pool and more topography variation for better exercise and health.
“The Kids Go Free program means future generations can be inspired by wildlife and wild places, and join Zoos Victoria’s mission to fight extinction,” said Zoos Victoria Acting CEO David Methven.
Zoos Victoria also recently welcomed three new Asian elephant calves, female Aiyara, male Roi-Yim and another female who was born on New Year’s Day. The newest calf’s name will be decided by the public through online voting via Zoos Victoria’s social media channels.
