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Latest news: National Zoo and Aquarium

What’s on: Join the herd and celebrate World Giraffe Day at the National Zoo and Aquarium

World Giraffe Day is on this weekend and to celebrate the occasion the National Zoo and Aquarium will be extending a 'looong' invitation to join them for a special Giraffe Keeper Talk and Giraffe Feed.

What’s on: The National Zoo and Aquarium celebrates International Dinosaur Day

The National Zoo and Aquarium will be celebrating International Dinosaur Day this weekend with prehistoric fun throughout Adventureland.

Moo and the zoo

There’s a 33-year-old emu called “Moo” (inspired by the American mispronunciation), who has seen the National Zoo and Aquarium grow over 36 years from a native animal park and aquarium, to circus animal rescue, to today’s 19-hectare tourism attraction.

What’s On: Zoorassic Park!

An Egg’citing family adventure awaits at the National Zoo and Aquarium with Zoorassic Park!

What’s On: Celebrate Greek National Day at the Zoo

The National Zoo and Aquarium celebrates Greek National Day all weekend with Greek-inspired food, activities and heaps of fun.

Three new lion cubs roar into life at National Zoo and Aquarium

The National Zoo and Aquarium is celebrating the arrival of three male lion cubs, marking an exciting new chapter for its growing pride.

National Zoo & Aquarium and Jamala Wildlife Lodge: The women driving wildlife conservation

The incredible women behind the National Zoo & Aquarium and Jamala Wildlife Lodge bring passion, expertise, and heart to everything they do. From animal care and conservation to luxury hospitality and guest...

First baby lion born at National Zoo in 20 years

The National Zoo and Aquarium has welcomed its first lion cub since 2002. Proud parents Nairibi and Mlinzi are now joined by the newest member of their family, daughter Nyra. Nyra was born 26...

Zookeepers’ hard work recognised with special week

Zookeepers are being celebrated for all the hard work they do in taking care of an array of beautiful and interesting animal species.

‘Once-in-a-lifetime’ opportunity for Canberra performer

Will Tran is a familiar face to anyone visiting the National Zoo and Aquarium.

Don’t look away, this 250g baby snake is adorable

The National Zoo and Aquarium has a (tiny) new slithering resident.

National Zoo’s new zebra’s wobbly start to life

There’s a new baby zebra in town: Thuli.

International day shines light on plight of giraffes

The CD office was spoilt for choice when it came to animals on Friday 20 June.

National week shines bright light on volunteers

Volunteers help the world go round and it’s no different in the nation’s capital.

Dining at Jamala: An experience like no other now open to the public

Now you can enjoy a fine dining experience alongside these incredible animals without staying overnight at Jamala.

Staycation: Jamala Wildlife Lodge, a lion’s roar from the city

Checking into Jamala Wildlife Lodge, I’m immediately transported into an African-inspired wonderland.

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