Where is the Australia Zoo located in Queensland?

Located an hour north of Brisbane, on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast, Australia Zoo is a team of passionate conservationists working around-the-clock to deliver an animal experience like no other.

When did the Australian zoo become a tourist attraction?

The zoo also expanded with the creation of a management team and hiring around 50 staff. Australia Zoo won the Australian Tourism Awards for 2003-2004 in the category Major Tourist Attraction. In 2004, the Australian Animal Hospital was opened next to the zoo to help with animal care and rehabilitation.

Who is the famous Crocodile Hunter at the Australia Zoo?

Renowned as the home of the legendary crocodile hunter Steve Irwin, Australia Zoo is one of the most popular tourist attractions on the Sunshine Coast. Passionate about wildlife and habitat conservation, Australia Zoo is committed to creating a positive and memorable experience for every one of their visitors.

How much does it cost to get a photo at the Australia Zoo?

Visitors may have their photo taken with the animals and can purchase professional copies from the zoo’s photo lab. In April 2019 Australia Zoo announced $8 million project ‘Camp Crocodile’. The wildlife camping experience is expected to lure over 39,000 visitors to the Sunshine Coast each year.

When did the Australian zoo open for the first time?

Australia Zoo. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Jump to navigation Jump to search. Zoo located in the Australian state of Queensland. Australia Zoo. Australia Zoo entrance. Date opened. 3 June 1970. Location.

What’s the name of the show at the Australia Zoo?

Australia Zoo calls this the ‘Australia Zoo Wildlife Warriors Show’. This is also where the zoo presents concerts, such as the Summer Down Under series. On 17 September 2011, the zoo opened its African Safari exhibit, a multi-species replica of the Serengeti ecosystem, showcasing zebras, rhinos, and giraffes interacting as they would in the wild.