Taronga Zoo Timeline

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  • Zoological Society of NSW formed

  • Opening of "Billy Goat Swamp"

    The first public zoo in NSW opened in Moore Park, Sydney, under operation of the Zoological Society of NSW.

  • New Vision for Zoo

    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.

  • New Area for Zoo

    NSW granted 43 acres of land north of the harbour, which were a part of Ashton Park

  • Change of Management

    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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    Animals Moved

    A total of 228 mammals, 522 birds and 64 reptiles were moved from Moore Park to Taronga

  • More land granted for zoo

    9 more acres were granted for the zoo.

  • Taronga Zoo's Official Opening

  • Giraffe House's Completion

  • Aquarium's Completion

  • Floral Clock Creation

  • Tahr Mountain Creation

  • Tiger Pits Completion

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    Several New Exhibits Created

    New exhibits were built for koalas, larger cats, apes and gorillas

  • Change in Philosophy

    After a critical review, Taronga adopted a new style and philosophy which emphasised scientific research, conservation and education

  • New Exhibits Created

    The platypus exhibit, Nocturnal Houses, waterfowl ponds, rainforest aviary, veterinary quarantine centre and the Education Centre were built.

  • Zoological Parks Board Act of NSW

    Replacing the Taronga Trust, the Zoological Parks Zoo Board became in charge of Taronga

  • Twilight at Taronga

    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.

  • Birth of first Asian Elephant at Taronga

  • Redevelopment Plan for Taronga

    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.

  • Tiger Trek Opening

    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.

  • Birth of three Sumatran Tiger Cubs and eight Little Penguin Chicks

  • Beginning of 24/7 Animal Livestreams