Thursday, February 20, 2025

Wagga Zoo goats find new home

Wagga Wagga City Council has found a new home for the local zoo’s much-loved goats after they outgrew their lodgings.

In June, Council called for Expressions of Interest to find a suitable home or homes for the Wagga Wagga Zoo and Aviary’s five goats, who have lived at the zoo for many years.

Council says the goats, named Bilbo, Rocky, Lumpy, Scraggles, and Figwit, are much loved by the community and zoo staff.

Five goats grazing in a paddock under a large wattle tree.
Bilbo, Rocky, Lumpy, Scraggles, and Figwit enjoying grazing at their new home in the Wagga Wagga region.

“The goats were happy and healthy here at the zoo, but it was important for us to find a new home for them where they would have plenty of space, plus access to grass, shade and a shelter,” said Zoo Curator, Wendy McNamara.

“The new owner was selected as they were able to accommodate all five goats and it was our preference for them to stay together.”

The goats were taken by their new owner to their new home last week, where they reportedly immediately took to happily grazing on the green grass under a wattle tree.

“Whilst there are still many animals at the Wagga Wagga Zoo and Aviary to keep the staff and volunteers busy, the goats will be missed, and we wish them well at their new home,” Council said in a statement.

The Zoo and Aviary is located at the Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens. For more information, visit wagga.nsw.gov.au/zoo.

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