A peoples' zoo
A day at the zoo can be an expensive exercise at the best of timesĀ ("Taronga Zoo's harbourside eco resort plan slammed", February 5). Granted to cost of upkeep for our iconic 100 year old institution would be high, although one wonders whether the cost of admission may restrict some visitors. If the zoo's management and board have sufficient capital to undertake the proposed works, then the question must be asked why can't that be reinvested into improvements consistent with its central purpose, a zoological park? Pandering to a demographic looking for a high cost experience does nothing to accommodate those who want to live the experience of theĀ pleasure of a day at the zoo.