“I’m looking forward to going to see some alligators on Christmas Day, because I don’t get to see them very often.”Bird keeper Rebecca Nash. Between feedings, Nash is looking forward to getting together with her co-workers for some Christmas ham and fun times, and to seeing friends for some more Christmas cheer after work. Despite the inconvenience of having to work Christmas Day, it can be a lot of fun. Photo / Jason Oxenham“Out of my nine Christmases at Auckland Zoo I’ve worked eight, and I love it,” Dickey said. “I love being here and I love getting to hang out not only with my own team but the wider zoo team.

Source: New Zealand Herald December 24, 2025 18:28 UTC