Zoos Victoria, which operates Victoria’s major zoos, is proposing to cut up to 70 jobs, according to multiple reports. The planned reductions are described as potentially affecting day-to-day zoo operations as well as parts of the organisation involved in conservation and wildlife services. The proposals come as Zoos Victoria reviews staffing arrangements and roles tied to animal care, visitor-facing functions and conservation programs. While the outlets focus on the potential impact on conservation and wildlife work, they also note that the job cuts are expected to be carried out through internal processes that could include changes to positions rather than an immediate elimination of functions. The reports do not indicate a final number of redundancies or the timeline for any decision, but they agree that the proposal could lead to staffing reductions across the organisation. Overall, the coverage frames the proposal as a cost- and workforce-management measure that may influence how Zoos Victoria delivers services related to both zoo operations and wildlife and conservation activities.