Honolulu parking meter users get short grace period on rate hike Jul 1, 2009
Honolulu residents will get a small grace period on the increase in parking meter fees at the Honolulu Zoo ... Parking fees at the Honolulu Zoo will go to $1 an hour, up from 25 cents ... Meter rates at the parking lot near the Honolulu Zoo will go from 25 cents an hour to $1 an hour as soon as the meters can be adjusted. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Prepare for life to get a lot more expensive Jun 29, 2009
Taking in the Honolulu Zoo ... Taking in the Honolulu Zoo. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Honolulu mayor lets tax hikes, fees go through without veto Jun 28, 2009
Parking fees at the Honolulu Zoo will go to $1 an hour, up from 25 cents, beginning Wednesday ... Golfers will pay more to play at municipal courses, and admission fees to Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve and the Honolulu Zoo will rise. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Curbside recycling expansion may get back in Honolulu budget Jun 6, 2009
Garcia's latest plan would also lower the proposed increase in parking rates at the Honolulu Zoo parking lot and along Kalakaua Avenue fronting Kapi'olani Park. Zoo parking would go to $1 an hour and Kalakaua parking to 75 cents an hour, up from the existing 25 cents an hour. (Honolulu Advertiser)
City Council wrestles with tax proposals Jun 6, 2009
Also on the table are increases to the parking rate of 25 cents an hour at the Honolulu Zoo and around Kapiolani Park, which were proposed at $1 ... Also on the table are increases to the parking rate of 25 cents an hour at the Honolulu Zoo and around Kapiolani Park, which were proposed at $1. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Protest rally planned tomorrow over plan to hike parking fees in Waikiki Jun 6, 2009
A protest rally is planned tomorrow over a plan to increase parking rates at the Honolulu Zoo parking lot and along Kalakaua Avenue fronting Kapiolani Park. Protesters are meeting at 3 p.m. at Dillingham Fountain at Kapiolani Park. (Honolulu Advertiser)
City Council restores curbside recycling funds Jun 5, 2009
The revised budget also includes lower increases in parking rates at the Honolulu Zoo and Kapiolani Park ... The revised budget also includes lower increases in parking rates at the Honolulu Zoo and Kapiolani Park. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Parking fee increase opposed Jun 3, 2009
A group of residents is organizing a protest against a bill to raise metered parking fees at the Honolulu Zoo lot and along Kalakaua Avenue next to Kapiolani Park by 500 percent ... A group of residents is organizing a protest against a bill to raise metered parking fees at the Honolulu Zoo lot and along Kalakaua Avenue next to Kapiolani Park by 500 percent ... FL MORRIS / FMORRIS@STARBULLETIN.COM A city proposal would raise metered parking fees at the Honolulu Zoo and along Kalakaua Avenue next... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Zoo fence art, fairs at Kapiolani allowed May 27, 2009
Sales of artwork along the Honolulu Zoo fence and handmade items at craft fairs in Kapiolani Park are allowed under the public trust that established the park, according to a report of a court-appointed master ... Previous court rulings regarding the Kapiolani Park Trust blocked the city from opening a Burger King concession in the Honolulu Zoo, shut down the golf driving range concession and upheld the park's metered parking and Honolulu Zoo admission fee ... Sales of artwork along the Honolulu... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Honolulu city council may ease proposed tax hikes May 20, 2009
Increasing admission fees to the Honolulu Zoo from $4 to $6 for kama'aina adults, from $1 to $3 for children 4 to 12, and $8 to $12 for non-kama'aina adults. Garcia said a proposal passed by the committee last week to increase the fuel tax 3 cents a gallon, from 19. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Council edges toward fuel tax hike May 15, 2009
The property tax hike proposal, coupled with increases for some bus fares, Honolulu Zoo entry, public golf courses and other fees, was aimed at closing a $50 million gap in the 2010 budget ... The property tax hike proposal, coupled with increases for some bus fares, Honolulu Zoo entry, public golf courses and other fees, was aimed at closing a $50 million gap in the 2010 budget. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Honolulu may hike property taxes May 13, 2009
Garcia has not suggested any changes to the administration's plan to increase a number of other charges, including motor vehicle weight taxes, highway beautification fees, bus fares, golf green and cart fees, Honolulu Zoo and Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve entrance fees, park attendant fees and alarm permit fees ... Honolulu Zoo and Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve entrance fees. (Honolulu Advertiser)
6 new meerkats enliven zoo, but mystery of lost male lingers Apr 16, 2009
The mystery of the missing meerkat remains unsolved, but the Honolulu Zoo has turned a page with the arrival of six new males. Mixed Plate: Honolulu Zoo Meerkat Manor ... Honolulu Zoo has their Meerkat exhibit occupied once again with about six near residents. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Honolulu Zoo opens renovated meerkat exhibit (cute photos alert!) Apr 15, 2009
Honolulu Zoo opens renovated meerkat exhibit (cute photos alert ... Honolulu Zoo opens renovated meerkat exhibit (cute photos alert ... Honolulu Zoo has completed renovation of its meerkat exhibit, which is now open to the public, the mayor's office announced today. (Honolulu Advertiser)
NYT: Cities turn to fees to fill budget gaps Apr 12, 2009
Parking fees at the Honolulu Zoo could rise by 500 percent if a proposal there goes through. Politicians tend to regard fees as more palatable than taxes, and more focused too. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Castle Resorts to manage Waikiki Grand Apr 8, 2009
Castle said the hotel located across from the Honolulu Zoo was the second resort property it has added this year. The company's management portfolio consists of 27 resort properties in Hawai'i, Thailand, Micronesia and New Zealand. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Dangerous waves kill man, hinder search for Kauai surfer Mar 16, 2009
Rain also caused some minor flooding yesterday morning and closed some city golf courses and the Honolulu Zoo ... The Honolulu Zoo was also closed due to flooding ... The Honolulu Zoo was also closed due to flooding. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
How to keep the kids dry but happy in Hawaii Mar 8, 2009
But you can safely watch two of the rare mammals, plus some 500 other marine animal or plant species, including giant clams, bright corals and eerie jellies at the aquarium; if the kids crave more critter time, stop at the nearby Honolulu Zoo. $9 adults, $4 ages 13 to 17, $2 ages 5 to 12 (younger free). (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Higher city taxes, fees proposed Mar 4, 2009
An increase in admission and parking fees for the Honolulu Zoo. A host of other fees would also increase including the city motor vehicle weight tax, the highway beautification fee, alarm permit fees, special duty police fees and admission fees for out-of-state visitors to Hanauma Bay. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Hannemann's budget gives business a break Mar 4, 2009
The Honolulu Zoo entrance and parking fees would rise. Children s admission would go from $1 to $4, adult resident fees from $4 to $6, and non-resident fees from $8 to $12. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Zoo puts end to 2 lions' suffering Feb 26, 2009
The roars of the mighty lions were silenced yesterday when the two remaining African lions at the Honolulu Zoo were euthanized ... The zoo plans to obtain other lions, Honolulu Zoo director Stephen Walker said ... The Honolulu Zoo purchased the lions from the Pittsburgh Zoo and they arrived in Honolulu on July 28, 1997. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Two lions euthanized at Honolulu Zoo Feb 25, 2009
Two twin sister African lions at Honolulu Zoo Ethel Louise and Samantha were euthanized today due to multiple health problems, city officials announced ... The zoo also is trying to obtain female lions as part of the Species Survival Plan of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, of which the Honolulu Zoo is an accredited member ... Two twin sister African lions at Honolulu Zoo Ethel Louise and Samantha were euthanized today due to multiple health problems, city officials announced. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Producers say `Minsky's' is headed to Broadway Feb 12, 2009
By MICHAEL KUCHWARA, AP Drama Writer Michael Kuchwara, Ap Drama Writer. Wed Feb 11, 9:38 pm ET. (Yahoo News)
Island Images Feb 12, 2009
DENNIS ODA / DODA@STARBULLETIN.COM FALCON ON WINGS OF RECOVERY: A juvenile peregrine falcon recovered yesterday at the Honolulu Zoo after it was found in October in Nanakuli with its beak broken. Veterinarians rebuilt the beak with epoxy to allow the bird to eat. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Kokua Line: Volunteers replace flags to laud 'General' Feb 11, 2009
Q: I noticed a vehicle parked by a supervisor for TheBus on the grassy area next to the sidewalk at the Honolulu Zoo ... Q: I noticed a vehicle parked by a supervisor for TheBus on the grassy area next to the sidewalk at the Honolulu Zoo. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Tiger's escape prompts plan for new barricade Feb 24, 2008
DENNIS ODA / cat's back: Berani, a 245-pound Sumatran tiger at the Honolulu Zoo, rested in his exhibit cage yesterday, a day after wandering out of his holding cage, seen in back on the left ... City officials are scrambling to construct an extended, fenced enclosure at a Honolulu Zoo exhibit, after Thursday's brief escape by Berani, a 245-pound Sumatran tiger ... Both Berani and Chrissie arrived at the Honolulu Zoo from the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo in Indiana at the end of November. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Tiger accidentally let out of habitat Feb 23, 2008
COURTESY BRYAN THOMPSON / HONOLULU ZOO Berani, a Sumatran tiger, is shown at the Honolulu Zoo ... A Honolulu Zoo tiger walked out of its enclosure for a brief taste of freedom yesterday morning after a zoo keeper accidentally left two gates open ... Berani, a 245-pound male Sumatran tiger at the Honolulu Zoo, nudged his way through two unsecured gates and escaped from his enclosure yesterday morning for about five to 10 minutes. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Tiger Escapes Honolulu Zoo Enclosure Feb 23, 2008
Zookeepers at the Honolulu Zoo are scratching their heads over how one of their tigers an 8-year-old Sumatran male named Berani managed to slink out of his enclosure Thursday morning, KITV.com reported on its Web site ... According to the Honolulu Zoo's Web site, Sumatran tigers are the smallest of the tiger subspecies. (Fox News)
Closures, special schedules in effect for Christmas Day Dec 26, 2007
Botanical gardens and the Honolulu Zoo are closed. These traffic and parking regulations are in effect today. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Honolulu Marathon live updates Dec 10, 2007
We are now at the Honolulu Zoo. Mile 7 - Consists of the climb up Diamond Head Road. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Tigers prowl new zoo wing Nov 21, 2007
FL MORRIS / A new wing of the Honolulu Zoo tiger exhibit was dedicated yesterday ... The Honolulu Zoo dedicated yesterday a new wing of a tiger exhibit that zoo officials hope will boost the numbers of endangered Sumatran tigers and help revitalize the zoo ... The nonprofit Honolulu Zoo Society provided most of the funding for the $210,000 wing, which is 75 feet long and 45 feet wide. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Honolulu Zoo's Sumatran tigers get new exhibit wing Nov 20, 2007
A new wing of the Honolulu Zoo's Sumatran tiger exhibit was dedicated this afternoon ... The Honolulu Zoo is entrusted by the American Zoo ium Species Survival Plan, to breed the critically endangered Sumatran tiger pair, Berani and Chrissie, who arrived in Honolulu from the Fort Wayne Children's Zoo in Indiana in November 2005 ... The Honolulu Zoo Society answered Honolulu Hale's call for help to raise funds to expand the existing facilities, which for the last two years have required that only... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Letters for Thursday, November 1, 2007 Nov 1, 2007
It can create a special trip for their seniors to visit the Honolulu Zoo for 150/person and they can easily add that to their monthly payments. But what will be devastating to that business model is that the bigger businesses on Oahu will price out that service and compete with the Neighbor Island plans to find opportunity selling or bringing their services to Oahu. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Catch book signing and live music Oct 14, 2007
Where Are My Slippers, A Book of Colors takes place at the Honolulu Zoo, and chronicles the search for a pair of lost rubber slippers. While looking for the lost pair of blue slippers, children are entertained while learning their colors as they are presented with different colored animals wearing rubber slippers. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Zoo stumped over missing critter Oct 10, 2007
COURTESY PHOTO / HONOLULU ZOO Kapa is the only meerkat left at the Honolulu Zoo ... Honolulu Zoo officials have set up traps, searched underground tunnels and even filed a police report. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Thunderbirds rile critters, copters Sep 15, 2007
RICHARD WALKER / The Air Force Thunderbirds fly off Waikiki during a practice run for tomorrow's air show, easily avoiding two encroaching helicopters but creating a ruckus at the Honolulu Zoo ... Honolulu Zoo Director Ken Redman said some sensitive animals -- including giraffes, the kudu antelopes, some new-to-the-zoo cheetahs and orangutans Rusti and Violet -- were closed in their night quarters during the Thunderbirds' practice runs at 9 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. yesterday, Redman said. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Whatever Happened Aug 26, 2007
STAR-BULLETIN / 2006 Rusti, left, and Violet are enjoying life at Honolulu Zoo ... Answer: Rusti is enjoying his new home and new life at the Honolulu Zoo in Waikiki ... Rescued from a private New Jersey zoo with poor living conditions in 1997, he was brought to a temporary home at the Honolulu Zoo. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Read more... Aug 9, 2007
Apollo the lion, suffering kidney failure at the Honolulu Zoo, is put to sleep ... The husky roar of Apollo the lion will no longer resound in Waikiki, as the longtime "king" of the Honolulu Zoo breathed his last yesterday, suffering from kidney failure ... DENNIS ODA / Ethel Louise the lion, who was rolling over after a nap, and her twin sister, Samantha, are the two remaining lions in the Honolulu Zoo's exhibit after Apollo, a 21-year-old male lion, was euthanized yesterday. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Honolulu Zoo officials euthanize aging African lion Aug 8, 2007
Born in October 1985 at an animal facility in Quebec, Canada, Apollo the lion, front, arrived at the Honolulu Zoo on April 17, 1986 ... Apollo, the African lion that resided at the Honolulu Zoo for more than 21 years, was euthanized this morning ... Born in October 1985 at an animal facility in Quebec, Canada, Apollo arrived at the Honolulu Zoo on April 17, 1986. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Indonesian boy killed in Komodo dragon attack Jun 4, 2007
The dragons, which are agile and have a keen sense of smell, can grow to a length of 3 metres (more than 9 ft) and weigh on average 200 lbs (90 kg), according to data from Honolulu Zoo. Komodo dragons regularly kill prey such as pigs and small deer and have been known to take down an adult water buffalo. (AlertNet)
Hundreds enjoy Military Appreciation Day at zoo Jun 3, 2007
Hundreds of military families took advantage of free admission to the Honolulu Zoo today as part of Military Appreciation Day. By about 10 a.m., more than 1,500 people had turned out for the event, which in addition to the regular zoo exhibits included free food, entertainment and activities for children. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Rescuers nurse rare native bat back to health May 16, 2007
They are rarely seen on Oahu, according to the Honolulu Zoo. The bat is Hawaii's only native land mammal, though there is fossil evidence of at least one other Hawaiian bat species. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Mega memorial set for Don Ho farewell tomorrow May 5, 2007
A final farewell to Don Ho, Hawai'i's most adored entertainer, is from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Queen's Surf Beach opposite the Honolulu Zoo. The largest Waikiki crowd ever for Mr. Waikiki 25,000 fans, friends and family is expected to jam the site for a memorial for Ho, who ruled over all Island performers for nearly five decades. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Earth Day weekend will echo with eco-activities Apr 20, 2007
Earth Day Celebration at the Honolulu Zoo. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Learning to love Waikiki Apr 19, 2007
Those people should head east of Waikiki to Kapiolani Park, where the Honolulu Zoo and Waikiki Aquarium are located. The real draw, though, is the park itself. (Chicago Tribune)
Limu taking over Blaisdell ponds Mar 6, 2007
He even suggested offering the ogo to animals at Honolulu Zoo, but a veterinarian objected to the idea because of the possible risk that the limu could spread again. "There is no known solution to eliminate the problem, other than periodic cleaning as manpower allows," Quintal said. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Exhibit safety door not locked Feb 27, 2007
"Invariably, when a keeper walks in with a big cat, it attacks. If you throw a cardboard box in there, it attacks," said Kathy Carlstead, a research scientist at the Honolulu Zoo and expert in animal stress. "It's a completely natural response, I'm afraid. When somebody forgets - if they don't check the lock, if they go in - there's nothing you can do.". (Denver Post)
Blackstone puts Park Shore Waikiki up for sale Jan 22, 2007
The aging, 226-room hotel at the corner of Kalakaua and Kapahulu avenues across from the Honolulu Zoo is expected to fetch more than $60 million. The hotel, which was built in 1968, was set to undergo a $15 million renovation to elevate its status to fit Blackstone's new luxury hotel brand, LXR Luxury Resorts & Hotels. (Pacific Business News, HI)
Government offices closed for holiday Jan 16, 2007
Attractions: Parks and recreation centers, municipal golf courses, botanical gardens and Honolulu Zoo open. MINI SITE MAP. (Honolulu Advertiser)
