Werribee Open Range Zoo
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Saving the wild horses
About 600 horse breeds live among us, from the dashing thoroughbred to the fluffy and robust Clydesdale. Yet there is only one breed that is…
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Zoo places ban on single use plastics
Single-use plastics have been banned at Zoos Victoria’s three sites, including Werribee Open Range Zoo. The sale and use of single-use plastic bottled water, soft…
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MY WYNDHAM: Ben Goodwin
MY WYNDHAM: Ben Goodwin is a horticulturist at Werribee Open Range Zoo. Where do you live? I am from Werribee and reside in Westleigh Gardens. I…
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Mural of a different stripe
A new mural is set become a creature feature – or perhaps an animal attraction – in Werribee’s CBD. The mural, which has been painted…
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Dinos drop into Werribee zoo
For a chance to walk with dinosaurs, head along to Werribee Open Range Zoo. From this month to July 14, the zoo is hosting the…
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A walk on the wild side in Werribee
Children will be able to go wild at a new park in Wyndham, which has been inspired by the Werribee Open Range Zoo. The Safari…
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Koala Ernie returns to the wild
A koala who was hit by a car last year, has been released back into the wild after being rehabilitated by staff at Werribee Open…
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Cubs in party mode
Four lion cubs had a roaring good time when they celebrated their first birthday at Werribee Open Range Zoo last Wednesday. The cubs – Ndidi,…
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Lion’s share of attention
By Dewi Sherry Werribee Open Range Zoo’s awesome foursome have been named. Keepers last week announced the winning names for the four new lion cubs –…
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Orange parrots return ‘home’
A flock of critically endangered orange-bellied parrots has been released into the wild after being ranched at Werribee Open Range Zoo for the winter. Fifteen…
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Short film competition to showcase Wyndham tourist destinations
Are you handy with a smartphone and love Wyndham’s beautiful parks, beaches and foodie hot spots? The Werribee Visitor and Information Centre is running a…
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Rhino’s big day out
Every rhino has his day, and for southern white rhino Kapamba, that day was on Friday, when he received a special treat to celebrate World…












