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ZOO NEWS M EM B ER MAGA ZIN E 17 SPEND YOUR EASTER BREAK AT YOUR ZOOS Healesville Sanctuary is the home of the Bilby while Melbourne and Werribee Open Range Zoos are home to the critically endangered Easter ambassador the Eastern Barred Bandicoot. REASONS TO HOP TO THE ZOOS THIS EASTER 1 VISIT WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY If you're visiting with non-members, remember kids under 16 receive free entry over the entire long weekend (March 30 – April 2 2018) 2 HOT EASTER OFFERS Our caterers are offering their Zoo Bakery- made Hot Cross Buns for $3 each plus Bunny and Easter Egg shaped biscuits for $4 each at selected outlets at Melbourne Zoo and Werribee Open Range Zoo. 3 SUNNY AUTUMN WEATHER Often the weather at Easter time is sunny and mild, perfect for a few hours at the zoos. Be sure to pack for all conditions, just in case! 3 WHITAKER'S HAIGH'S CHOCOLATES PANA CHOCOLATE LINDT AND SPRUNGLI FERRERO KOKO BLACK ETHICAL EASTER SHOPPING Palm oil is a common ingredient found in chocolate but you can ensure you celebrate a wildlife-friendly Easter this year by choosing sustainable products! Palm oil, when grown unsustainably, contributes to deforestation and harms precious wildlife. A handful of companies are responding to the growing concern of consumers around the negative environmental impact of unsustainable palm oil by committing to sustainable palm oil. By choosing 100% Certified Sustainable Palm Oil (CSPO) or palm oil free chocolate, you can make an informed choice when you are purchasing your Easter goodies. Check out our list below of a few popular CSPO and palm oil free chocolate companies: Spend your Easter break with friends or family and call in to wish our native furry friends a happy Easter! Healesville Sanctuary, Melbourne Zoo and Werribee Open Range Zoo are open every day of the year, including public holidays and long weekends from 9am to 5pm.