Latest / Christchurch News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Orana Wildlife Park in Financial Crisis | Christchurch News
Orana Wildlife Park is teetering on financial collapse, facing a $4 million shortfall and dwindling cash reserves—just as Christchurch City Council steps in with $500K annually for three years. While trust leaders remain hopeful for more support, government ministers say they’ve yet to be approached despite past funding tied to breeding programs now on hold. A fiery councillor argues the park’s survival is non-negotiable, proposing drastic measures like cutting library hours and launching a regional rate to fund conservation and education. But animal rights advocates see this crisis as proof…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.