The Irwin family are reportedly in talks to build an Australian-themed zoo in Las Vegas,
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Reports from the casino capital suggest relatives of the late conservationist Steve Irwin have been discussing proposals with the city's mayor.
Las Vegas mayor Oscar Goodwin announced that if built, the project would include an enclosure offering "crocodile wrestling".
Building the new zoo, which could resemble the original Australia Zoo in Beerwah, would reportedly cost AUS$40 million (£22.6 million).
According to Embrace Australia, the attraction's proposed site would be near to a children's hospital, which Mr Goodwin says would be a boost for the ill children staying there.
One of Queensland's top tourism draws, the Australia Zoo is planning a Steve Irwin day on November 15th, complete with crocodile feeding, music and presentations.
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