FOR KEEPS

For Keeps offers a warm and unforgettable glimpse into the life of Melbourne zookeeper Noel Harcourt, whose decades-long career brought him close to an extraordinary cast of animals and the devoted humans who cared for them. Through humorous, heartfelt and surprising stories, Noel shares the magic of life behind the zoo gates, where challenges, triumphs and deep connections abound. This beautiful memoir celebrates the enduring love between humans and animals, reminding us why modern zoos are such meaningful places of care, conservation and connection—for both keepers and the creatures they treasure.