Reconciliation Week took over Sydney's Taronga Zoo this week.

Together with the state's Department of Planning and Environment, the Zoo played host to tours of their Nura Diya Australia habitat, housing Australia's most loved native species, alongside panel discussion and cultural activities.

Taronga Conservation Society chief executive Cameron Kerr said Reconciliation Week is about realising a better nation, for people, Country and environment.

"At Taronga, we are committed to conservation and securing a future for both wildlife and people. We are committed to learning more from the knowledge and insights of First Nations peoples, who were the first scientists and conservationists of this Country," Mr Kerr said.

"Taronga's two sites, located on beautiful Cammeraigal and Wiradjuri Country have the power to bring together millions of people every year. We encourage our guests, staff, and partners to share ideas, to listen, to reflect and to feel empowered to create a more just, equitable and reconciled Country for both people and the planet, and it is great to see this come to light with like-minded partners throughout National Reconciliation Week."

More than 250 people flooded through the gates for the event, learning about shared histories, cultures, and achievements during the week celebrating the theme 'Be a Voice for Generations".

DPE director of Aboriginal and Cultural Affairs, Amanda McCarthy said it was a "proud day" for her team.

"A lot of careful planning and thought went into this event which featured a live panel discussion and a range of cultural activities, including dance performances, a Smoking Ceremony, weaving workshops, a tour of the zoo's new Nura Diya Australia habitat which is home to a variety of native wildlife, and more," Ms McCarthy said.

"It was a proud day for our team, featuring plenty of colour and movement while building the Cultural Capability of our people and bringing even more life to the many activities at the zoo."