Flying in my gondola

With her infectious laugh and a voice to be reckoned with, Jessica Mauboy was a delight to watch and hear. Upon its announcement, The Melbourne Zoo Twilights 2014 program received an enthusiastic response from music lovers of all ages, with three shows immediately selling out even before the season began. Among the three was the Northern Territory’s Jessica Mauboy, whose concert I had the pleasure of attending this past Saturday. A concert at the Zoo? Indeed! Melbourne Zoo Twilights blends music with wildlife exhibits - open exclusively for Zoo Twilights guests - and gourmet delights, all in the glorious setting of Australia’s oldest Zoo. The proceeds help Zoos Victoria fight wildlife extinction, via the They’re Calling on You campaign to help save the Gorillas. Back in November 2014, the Zoo saw the birth of a new baby elephant. Before entertaining the thousands of fans who came to see her, Jessica Mauboy started her day at the wildlife p...