Orana Wildlife Park to stop taking in animals for 6 months

Orana Wildlife Park will stop taking in new animals for six months, after two reviews highlighted four key areas that need improving. The investigations were prompted by whistleblowers' animal welfare concerns and allegations of a toxic culture at the Christchurch zoo. The Zoo and Aquarium Association Australasia commissioned an independent investigation into the allegations, while the Orana Wildlife Trust Board asked agency Culture by Design to assess the park's workplace culture. Both reviews highlighted the need for the zoo to improve its governance, systems, processes and policies. Delphine Herbert has the details.