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Australia Zoo

Australia Zoo in Beerwah, Queensland, was opened on 3 June 1970 by Bob and Lyn Irwin, originally as the Beerwah Reptile Park. It spans over 750 acres, of which about 110 acres (45 ha) are open to the public, and hosts more than 1,200 animals. The zoo is closely tied to the Irwin family: Steve Irwin took over management in 1991, and after his death in 2006 his daughter Bindi Irwin serves as chief executive officer.

Opened
1970 (month/day unconfirmed) · about 56 years of history

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Exterior of Australia Zoo
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TypeZoo
LocationAustraliaBeerwah, Queensland
Opened1970 Source
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Hours09:00–17:00 Source
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FAQ

How is Australia Zoo connected to Steve Irwin?
Steve Irwin, son of founders Bob and Lyn Irwin, took over the park in 1991; after his death in 2006 his daughter Bindi Irwin became its CEO. Source
When and how did Australia Zoo begin?
It opened on 3 June 1970, originally as the Beerwah Reptile Park. Source

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