We were thrilled to host world-renowned animal advocate and positive reinforcement trainer Ken Ramirez for an inspiring 5-day workshop at Perth Zoo. Ken's work has had powerful outcomes for conservation, like training wild elephants in Zambia to avoid poachers in Congo, and teaching wild chimpanzees to alert anti-poaching units to danger. By learning from the best, our team remains at the forefront of animal care, making a difference for wildlife both at Perth Zoo and around the world! https://bit.ly/4gxEZHY
About us
The role and purpose of zoos have changed enormously in recent decades. As a modern zoo, Perth Zoo aims to provide visitors with the opportunity to encounter the natural world and to become involved in conservation action. Our vision, which inspires and directs our work, is for a world where diversity of species and habitats is secure. Our purpose as an organisation is to actively contribute to conservation. This is done through our research activities, support for wildlife projects, our animal breeding programs particularly breeding animals for release into the wild, wildlife rehabilitation, and partnerships with other groups and organisations. Perth Zoo also actively contributes to conservation through the work of its staff in field conservation, wildlife veterinary training, education programs and interpretation. We actively work to connect our visitors with ways that they can contribute to conservation. We do this by using the Zoo as a resource and a learning environment about conservation and environmental sustainability and by providing opportunities for visitor involvement. Our aims include connecting people with nature, inspiring in people a passion for conservation, and providing links and practical means for people to be active in conservation programs here at the Zoo and beyond our borders.
- Website
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http://www.perthzoo.wa.gov.au
External link for Perth Zoo
- Industry
- Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- South Perth, WA
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1898
Locations
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Primary
Get directions
20 Labouchere Rd
South Perth, WA 6151, AU
Employees at Perth Zoo
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Andrew Kenworthy
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Marion Fulker AM
Chair ◊ Non-Executive Director ◊ Board Member ◊ Business Mentor ◊ Executive Coach ◊ Background in infrastructure, planning and development, start-ups…
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Lynda McMeekan
Retired. Volunteer Docent, Perth Zoo
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Joe Porter
Conservation and Wildlife Biologist
Updates
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Meet Emily Collins, one of our spectacular Education Officers in the Perth Zoo Discovery and Learning team 🦏 Having achieved her dream of working with animals and children, she now wants to inspire others to pursue their conservation dreams! Meet more of our Zoo-perstar crew members: https://bit.ly/46gjxCY
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A wild time with Fremantle Dockers!💜 We had so much fun connecting with the community in a whole new way with Freo Footprints at Perth Zoo! Kids got to practice their footy skills with players, and then enjoy a special Bio Buddies session to learn plants and animals 🐾 AFLW players Mim Strom, Dana East and Sarah Verrier even got to meet some of our very special animal residents 🌿
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Watch as A/Director of Life Sciences John Lemon gives a tour of our elephant transport crates! Last week we made a very exciting announcement - preparations are underway to transport female Asian Elephant Permai to Monarto Safari Park in late January 2025 🐘 Find the full details here: https://bit.ly/4gfhgMO These custom-built crates have been carefully designed to ensure they have everything an elephant needs for the smoothest journey possible. Permai's crate is decked out with air-conditioning, insulation, capacity for 1,000 litres of water, a special slot for snacks and more. Plus, CCTV cameras will be on board so the team travelling with her can monitor 24/7. The welfare of our beloved elephants has always been our top priority, and that's why no stone has been left unturned for this journey. Thank you to our friends at CADDS Fabrication for manufacturing these incredible crates!
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JOB OPPORTUNITY 🐾 We're looking for an experienced Director of Commercial and Community Engagement! This role oversees all of Perth Zoo's commercial activities, community programs and visitor engagement strategies. It plays a crucial role in enhancing the Zoo's financial sustainability, community connection, and visitor satisfaction 👍 Interested? Find more details and apply here! https://bit.ly/3Bmfb2s
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JOB OPPORTUNITY 🐾 We're looking for a dedicated, experienced and passionate Veterinary Services Manager! This role manages the Zoo's animal hospital, leads veterinary procedures, supervises our superstar veterinary services team, drives positive research and conservation outcomes and so much more! If this sounds like your next exciting career challenge, we want to hear from you! For full details and to apply, visit: https://bit.ly/3D8KY7m
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Good news! 🙌 Our Cafe and Function Centre project was recognised as 'Best Project' at the 2024 Department of Finance Supplier Performance Awards!🎉 With multiple dining outlets and event spaces, our Cafe precinct and separate function centre has something for every kind of Zoo visitor. Check them out ➡ https://lnkd.in/gMTySz24
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We love seeing our people doing amazing things for conservation! 🐾 Congratulations to superstar Jennifer Beattie for being awarded the position of Species Coordinator in the Zoo and Aquarium Association Australasia's Sumatran Tiger Species Management Program! 🎉
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This week, we celebrated International Volunteer Day! Perth Zoo is lucky to have more than 300 Docents who volunteer their time all year round across EVERY facet of the Zoo. They bring a wealth of different skills and expertise, but they’re all united by their passion for the Zoo and wildlife beyond our gates 🐾 For #IVD202, we’re shining a spotlight on three individuals whose journeys into the world of volunteering are as unique as the animals they care deeply about! https://bit.ly/3ZkSxPN
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Vet check? Done! Adventure? Up next! 🌏 There's a bright future ahead for rescued Northern Rockhopper Penguin Pascale, as she journeys to Singapore to be united with fellow rescued Rockhopper Pierre! 🐧🐧 https://bit.ly/3CXjcKQ