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The first public zoo in NSW opened in Moore Park, Sydney, under operation of the Zoological Society of NSW.
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Upon return from Hamburg, the secretary, Albert Sherbourne Le Souef devised a new layout of the zoo, based on the bar less exhibits in Hamburg. It was decided that the current location in Moore Park was too small.
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NSW granted 43 acres of land north of the harbour, which were a part of Ashton Park
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The zoo's management transferred to a trust named New Zoological gardens Tryst, which later became the Taronga Zoological Park Trust.
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A total of 228 mammals, 522 birds and 64 reptiles were moved from Moore Park to Taronga
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9 more acres were granted for the zoo.
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New exhibits were built for koalas, larger cats, apes and gorillas
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After a critical review, Taronga adopted a new style and philosophy which emphasised scientific research, conservation and education
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The platypus exhibit, Nocturnal Houses, waterfowl ponds, rainforest aviary, veterinary quarantine centre and the Education Centre were built.
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Replacing the Taronga Trust, the Zoological Parks Zoo Board became in charge of Taronga
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The introduction of the music program 'Twilight at Taronga', which involves many well-known musical performances at the park, where all the proceeds go towards the Taronga Conservation Society Australia.
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The Australian Government announced its support in a 10-year redevelopment program for Taronga, aiming to inspire positive connections between people and wildlife and greater conservation efforts.
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Tiger Trek is an immersive experience that allows people to get up close to the critically endangered Sumartran Tigers, educating them about how they, as an individual, can assist in the preservation of these species and their environment.
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