The Latest Breaking News from Adelaide Zoo

Meet Australia's oldest little penguin, who has fathered chicks across the country

Just shy of 21 years old, Gordon is the oldest Australian little penguin on record and is still maintaining an active love life despite his age.

ABC News · Aug 6, 2022

COVID-19 vaccination no longer mandated at Adelaide Zoo but masks required for up-close animal experiences

From tomorrow, Zoos SA will no longer require patrons to be vaccinated against COVID-19, but it will require people taking part in up-close animal experiences to wear masks.

ABC News · May 6, 2022

Adelaide Zoo stocks ice creams from Peters, not Golden North, despite backlash over palm oil

Adelaide Zoo's decision to award its ice cream supply contract to Peters, rather than South Australian company Golden North, has prompted a ripple of backlash, but the zoo is defending its tender process.

ABC News · Mar 28, 2022