About Us
Who We Are
We are... animal handlers, construction workers, receptionists, sales assistants, marketing consultants, human resources officers, teachers, drivers, writers, designers, artists, gardeners, entertainers, editors, cleaners, sculptors, photographers, website developers, tour guides, accountants, volunteers and veterinarians. We are a community unto ourselves – a team of over 500 who work together to create the wildest show on earth for our guests each and every day of the year, and to further live out our philosophy of Conservation through Exciting Education!
Meet the Zoo Crew, find out how to get a job at Australia Zoo, check out the Zoo in the news and find out the latest Irwin family and Australia Zoo gossip! You can even go back to where it all began and learn about the Zoo’s exciting history. Be sure to take a look at our virtual tour with Steve Irwin as your guide, and have a go at all of the awards Australia Zoo has snagged!
Zoo Weekly - News and Gossip
Iain runs a mile! - Zoo Gossip
Mum's the word - Zoo Gossip
Terri primed to fight for wildlife reser - Zoo News
It's Bindi's Logie - Zoo News
A sign that Steve’s still with us - Zoo News
Black and White Day - Zoo Gossip
Three Emmy nominations for Bindi! - Zoo Gossip
Bindi the Logie girl - Zoo News
An Ocean of Hope - Zoo News
Croc Hunter park faces mine threat - Zoo News
Bindi wins a Logie! - Zoo Gossip
Bringing Steve's dream to life... - Zoo News
The Crew
The legendary khaki collective! Our dedicated crew members are passionate about wildlife and habitat conservation, and committed to creating a positive and memorable experience for each and every one of our guests, every single day. Meet the wonderful individuals who make up the Australia Zoo Crew.
In the News
Terri primed to fight for wildlife reserve
Irwin scientists find rare springs on proposed mine site
Terri Irwin has vowed to “fight to the end” to stop mining in the Cape York wilderness area dedicated la ... read more
Good Old Days
The story behind Australia Zoo and the Crocodile Hunter dates all the way back to the 1970s, when one enthusiastic herpetologist, Bob Irwin, and his Wildlife Warrior wife, Lyn, opened the Beerwah Reptile Park on four acres in a tiny town in Queensland. The rest is history!
Employment
A job at Australia Zoo is more than a vocation, it's a lifestyle - just ask any of our team members. Australia Zoo welcomes new crew members in many different ways, including our renowned volunteer program, school-based traineeships and apprenticeships, work experience, internships and online applications.
Zoo Gossip
Mum's the word
Crikey! Mum's were spoilt rotten on Sunday May 11 as they were treated to the wildest Mother's Day on earth here at Australia Zoo!
The day was kicked off with a delicious FREE morni ... read more
Links
Be sure to take a look at our collection of links to find out more about the local area, weather, events and more! Thank you for supporting our sponsors, conservation affiliates and local business partners.
Awards
Crikey! Check out the swag of awards Australia Zoo, the Irwin family and the Zoo Crew have won! We are so proud of our accomplishments in the fields of conservation, tourism and business. We are definitely living our dream of Conservation through Exciting Education!
Zoo Tour
Ever wanted to take a tour of Australia Zoo with the Crocodile Hunter himself, Steve Irwin, as your guide? This is your chance! Take a look around the Zoo online with Steve as he shows you all his favourite animals and enclosures.
Media Center
We have created this area to provide easy access to visual and textual resources relating to Australia Zoo and its owners, Steve and Terri Irwin, for the convenience of Australian and international media. Our collection is always expanding and being updated with new events and information, so be sure to check in regularly.
