The manager of exotic species, who oversaw the team caring for animals like gorillas, giraffes and lions, has resigned amid transformational change at the embattled zoo.
New Zealand
Thu, Mar 27
Orana Wildlife Trust Board co-chairperson Ken Hughey said Orana Wildlife Park was "embarking on a journey of improvement that will take some time".
Fri, Feb 28
Significant change is coming to the Christchurch zoo, following an independent investigation by the Zoo and Aquarium Association.
December 17, 2024
Lynn Anderson announced her resignation in an all-staff meeting last night, as reviews and investigations at the Christchurch zoo continue.
November 13, 2024
1News can reveal WorkSafe has issued the zoo with another warning, which includes improving its protection for zookeepers working with dangerous animals.
October 11, 2024
Staff working at the Christchurch zoo have been asked to give their opinion on their managers, as an independent investigation begins to look at Orana's leadership.
August 17, 2024
The animal welfare regulator has carried out a "rapid assessment" at the Christchurch zoo following a 1News investigation.
July 24, 2024
MPI said it would now undertake more regular checks of the zoo’s performance regarding animal welfare requirements.
July 23, 2024
A 1News investigation uncovers a raft of concerning animal welfare issues at the Christchurch zoo.
July 21, 2024
Christchurch's Orana Wildlife Park — home to 1000 animals across 90 species — has been ordered to improve its safety practices.
July 12, 2024
In a leaked email, chief executive Lynn Anderson advised her staff to put "aside" safety, animal welfare and toxic workplace claims made by an anonymous informant.
May 29, 2024
An open letter has been sent to the Christchurch City Council, calling for an independent review at the South Island zoo. But the park strongly refutes the claims.
May 23, 2024
So, what do you give your average giraffe, lion or kea for Christmas?
December 24, 2023
Thousands of children had patted and brushed the much-loved animal at the Christchurch zoo.
February 2, 2023
The three-week-old giraffe has already grown to be more than 1.8 metres tall, but his start to life wasn't without its difficulties.
January 10, 2023
Orana Wildlife Park said one-year-old Jasiri will be remembered for his cheeky, playful behaviour.
December 14, 2022
