'Built on lies': Australia Zoo under fire over totem crocodile's welfare
Alwyn Lyall, a traditional owner, was escorted from Australia Zoo on June 20 after inquiring about Old Faithful, a totem crocodile. The 80-year-old reptile, transferred 1,700 kilometers from Far North Queensland, has sparked outrage over its welfare and the handling of its relocation. Lyall claims the entire saga has been 'built on lies'.
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Published 20 Jun 2026, 02:05 UTC · Updated 20 Jun 2026, 02:10 UTC
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