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Ocean Park
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is a marine mammal park, oceanarium, animal theme park and amusement park in the Southern District of Hong Kong
Arctic fox “Siu Go” has died of old age. Photo: Ocean Park
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong Ocean Park’s last 2 arctic foxes die, den temporarily closed

‘Siu Go’ and ‘Trinity’ died of old age at 11, according to theme park.

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Hong Kong society

Go with the floats: how you can enjoy Hong Kong’s Lunar New Year night parade

Hong Kong environmental issues

Discovery of badly decomposed whale carcass on Sai Kung beach triggers probe

Hong Kong environmental issues

Dead porpoise with suspected stillborn calf found in Hong Kong waters

Boat captain, who spotted dead finless porpoise near outlying island, believes the mammal was carrying a calf.

The porpoise was found on Tuesday morning near Ap Chau, one of the city’s outlying islands. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society

Letters | Hong Kong must take pragmatic approach to improving animal welfare

Readers discuss the complexities of balancing animal protection with economic imperatives, the benefits of engaging the elderly in esports, and traffic arrangements on Christmas Eve.

Accidents and personal safety

15 left hanging as Hong Kong Ocean Park’s ‘Wild Twister’ ride breaks down again

Thrill-seekers stranded for 19 minutes after signal failure triggers safety system.

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Hong Kong

Video | Hikers scale steep slope in Hong Kong’s Ocean Park

Video apparently taken from a cable car at the attraction and shows hikers climbing down giant seahorse carved into Brick Hill.

Hikers climbing down giant seahorse carved into Brick Hill.
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Hong Kong society

Clip of 3 hikers scaling slope at Hong Kong’s Ocean Park goes viral

Video from December 23, which appears to be taken from cable car at resort, shows hikers climbing along giant seahorse carved into Brick Hill.

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Hong Kong society

Letters | Let 2026 be the year we are kinder to animals

Readers suggest what Hongkongers can do in the coming year to make a difference and reflect on the constant pursuit of gratification.

Hong Kong society

Senior Citizens Day: Hong Kong treats elderly to free rides, meal deals and more

More than 400 organisations and merchants with over 3,800 outlets roll out special promotions.

Senior Citizens Day is held on the third Sunday of November to recognise the contributions of the elderly. Photo: Sam Tsang
Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Hong Kong hooked as endangered stingray fished out of Victoria Harbour

Ocean Park identifies fish as endangered longhead eagle ray and urges anglers to release rare species immediately if caught.

The stingray caught in Victoria Harbour earlier this week has been identified as an endangered species. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong Squash Open

Ho eyes Ocean Park visit, but first she must beat close friend Ibrahim

Tomato Ho has been drawn against No 13 seed Sana Ibrahim in the first round of the Hong Kong Squash Open.

Hong Kong economy

SpongeBob, Garfield among 20 characters joining Hong Kong’s IP carnival

Merry Balloon Hong Kong set to become Asia’s largest IP-themed carnival, with month-long event to launch on November 24.

From our archives

In pictures: how Hong Kong made Halloween its own

From street parties to theme park parades, Hong Kong has transformed Halloween into a night of playful spectacle.

People dressed in playful costumes celebrate Halloween in Lan Kwai Fong in Hong Kong in 1995. Photo: SCMP Archives
Hong Kong’s pandas

Editorial | Pandas alone won’t save Hong Kong’s Ocean Park in the long term

The 48-year-old theme park recorded another deficit despite increased visitor numbers. It will have to reinvent itself to survive.

Visitors look at giant pandas Jia Jia (left) and De De at Ocean Park on October 22. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong’s Ocean Park could close Water World to plug losses, boss says

Chairman Paulo Pong also says park will ‘actively consider’ any government offer to take over water attraction.

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Hong Kong economy

Pandas give Hong Kong’s Ocean Park boost but deficit worsens to HK$275 million

Park attracted more visitors and revenue grew by 9 per cent, but Water World attraction, depreciation and other expenses hit bottom line.

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Hong Kong tourism

Editorial | New cross-border driving scheme a win-win for Hong Kong and Guangdong

The arrangement for southbound drivers is a positive step towards travel convenience for mainland motorists and economic opportunities for Hong Kong.

The Zhuhai section of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge is pictured on June 12, 2020. Photo: VCG via Getty Images
NBA China games

Phoenix Suns shine in Macau as the NBA makes a star-studded return to China

Stars of stage, screen and sports among fans in a packed Venetian Arena treated to an evening of singing, dancing and sparkling basketball.

Hong Kong economy

Restaurants eye 20% business bump as National Day celebrations kick off

Celebrations include National Day fireworks, as well as discounts and perks covering public transport, museums, dining and shopping.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s Ocean Park fixes Halloween display after Abby Choi murder reference

Park chairman Paolo Pong says park adjusted haunted house installation after media preview to ensure visitors won’t associate it with real crimes.

Ocean Park has modified a controversial Halloween installation after public concerns over its possible association with the Abby Choi murder case. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society

Explainer | What events and deals are on offer for National Day celebrations in Hong Kong?

Here are some of the special events, transport freebies and dining discounts that will help celebrate the anniversary.

The fireworks display over Victoria Harbour on October 1, 2024. This year’s display begins at 8pm on Wednesday. Photo: Dickson Lee
Japan

Japanese flock to Hong Kong as city boosts ‘kawaii’ appeal with pandas, Labubu

The number of Japanese tourists to Hong Kong has jumped more than 32 per cent in the first half of this year compared to 2024.

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Hong Kong society

On This Day | Hong Kong welcomes Mickey Mouse as Disneyland opens in 2005 – SCMP archive

On this day 20 years ago, Hongkongers flocked to the grand opening of Disney’s third theme park outside US.

Animal welfare in Hong Kong

10-metre whale carcass discovered in Mirs Bay, Hong Kong authorities say

Species cannot currently be identified because of severe decomposition, government says.

The advanced state of decomposition makes a necropsy to determine the cause of death impossible, authorities say. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Global IP treaty can help Hong Kong secure its creative edge

As the city exports more of its proprietary products and services, especially from its creative industries, IP protection is timely and necessary.

Panda dolls at the gift shop in Ocean Park on August 16, 2024. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong’s pandas

Hong Kong’s Ocean Park reveals panda film in works as twin cubs turn 1

Theme park buzzing with excitement as 300 fans of twin cubs ‘Jia Jia’ and ‘De De’ show up to celebrate birthday.

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Accidents and personal safety

Hong Kong firefighters form human ladder to save 17 from stalled Ocean Park ride

Some visitors remain undeterred after weekend ‘Wild Twister’ ride breakdown, while engineer says more oversight of safety inspections needed.

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