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11th August 2025 Orana / ZAA

Orana Park looks to put concerns in the past with new plans, new leadership

The Christchurch attraction says it can start planning for the future now it has met most of the ZAA’s requirements.

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8th August 2025 Orana / ZAA

Orana Park regains animal welfare accreditation

Orana Wildlife Park has met all Zoo and Aquarium Association requirements, following a scheduled six-month review. 

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3rd March 2025 Orana / ZAA

New CEO for Orana Wildlife Park

The National Aquarium of NZ’s director, Rachel Haydon, will take the reins at the park after a difficult six months for the Christchurch attraction.

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14th November 2024 MPI / Orana / ZAA

Orana Wildlife Park CEO resigns as inquiries near completion

Lynn Anderson is to leave the Christchurch attraction by the end of the year.

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25th July 2024 Orana / ZAA

“Animal welfare is number one” – Orana Park welcomes ZAA inquiry, says it has nothing to hide…

The attraction rejects allegations of poor animal welfare and says it is looking forward to an industry investigation of its operations.

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23rd July 2024 Orana / ZAA

ZAA launches inquiry into Orana Park allegations…

The Zoo and Aquarium Association says claims against the attraction are “deeply concerning” and it has started its own independent investigation.

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