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Zoos SA
M a s
2015-2035
Zoos SA is a charitable
conservation society that
exists to save species from
extinction and connect
people with nature.
Zoos SA Master Plan 2015-2035 | Section 1
Foreword Contents
Our two zoos are unique and valuable prosperity of our State the future of Introduction 2
Section 1
assets for South Australia. our two zoos is critical. Our activities
contribute directly to South Australia’s
Adelaide Zoo is a vibrant city oasis
Zoos SA’s Strategic Plan 4
Strategic Plan and its strategic priorities
situated within walking distance of
including creating a vibrant city, every
Adelaide’s CBD. When you walk around
chance for every child, lose no species Our Master Plan 6
this site immersed in its feel and sensory
and respecting and enjoying our natural Exhibiting Zoos SA’s Mission 8
Master Plan Snapshot 10
delights, it is hard to believe you are only
environment.
minutes away from the city centre. Since
opening to the public in 1883 Adelaide In the last twenty years, Adelaide and Master Plan Strategic Directions 12
Zoo has created many favourite family Monarto Zoos have touched the lives of Design Elements 16
moments within its picturesque grounds. more than six million visitors including Whole of Zoo Planning 18
Monarto Zoo is one of the world’s largest
more than half a million in 2014. We
Benefits to South Australia 20
The Complexity of Zoo Planning 21
want to ensure that our next twenty
open range zoos. Only one hour’s drive
Our Unique Sites 22
years are even more exciting. To achieve
from Adelaide, its feeling of space,
this we will offer our visitors a fun and
roaming herds and native bush setting
rich experience, lead in our standards Implementing and Funding the Master Plan 24
Section 2
makes it easy to imagine you are far
for animal wellbeing and enhance our
away looking out over the plains of Africa
species conservation efforts providing an
Adelaide Zoo 26
while at the same time appreciating our
even greater impact.
own extraordinary Australian landscape.
Our Master Plan outlines the forward Key Recommendations 28
Precincts 30
Our mission is to save species from
infrastructure plans for Adelaide and
Delivering our Goals 42
extinction and connect people with
Monarto Zoos and will guide their
nature and our zoos are at the heart of
Timelines 44
evolution over the next twenty years. To
everything we do.
Monarto Zoo 46
develop a robust plan we have looked at
all parts of our operations and challenged
Key Recommendations 48
Our two zoos have played an important
part in the history of South Australia. They ourselves to prepare for the years ahead.
have been home to many fascinating The board and staff are committed to this Precincts 50
animals, offered wonderful educational Plan and we invite others to join us to
Delivering our Goals 58
Timelines 60
opportunities, underpinned our help create an exciting future.
Acknowledgements 62
conservation work and created special
South Australia deserves world class zoos –
Appendices 64
memories for locals and tourists alike.
and our Master Plan sets the pathway for
They are our State’s most popular pay us to achieve that. We want to create new
to enter tourist destinations and for the memories for future generations and look
environmental, economic and social forward to working with our supporters
and partners to deliver this Plan.
David Sanders Elaine Bensted
President Chief Executive
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Introduction
Adelaide and Zoo covers 1,500 hectares and is home
Monarto Zoos
to a collection of more than 40 exotic
and native animal species. The site has
hold an important significant patches of remnant native
place in the hearts
mallee vegetation containing threatened
plant species, recent revegetation and
of many South
historic plantings associated with the
Monarto ‘satellite city’ project proposed
Australians. by government in the 1970s. Monarto
Zoo is close to both the expanding towns
of Murray Bridge and Mount Barker
The Royal Zoological Society of SA and numerous small but important
(RZSSA) was formed in 1878 and from conservation reserves.
the outset the society had a keen interest
in rare and endangered species. The The relative strengths of Zoos SA’s
RZSSA (known as Zoos SA) is a not-for- two sites provide not only distinct and
profit member-based society dedicated rewarding experiences with nature but
to species conservation with more than unique opportunities to contribute to
30,000 members. With Adelaide and local, regional and international species
Monarto Zoos it offers both intimate and conservation.
open range zoo experiences.
Both sites are major tourist attractions.
Adelaide Zoo opened to the public on Most visitors are South Australians
23 May 1883, making it the second followed by interstate visitors who
oldest zoo in the nation, and since then comprise 18% of admissions. The annual
six generations of South Australians visitation to Zoos SA’s sites is around
have passed through its gates. Adelaide 500,000 people. Surveys in 2013 showed
Zoo has retained many original and that 91% of visitors to Adelaide Zoo
significant architectural, heritage and believed they received value for money
botanical features giving it a style and and rated their overall experience very
character of its own. Adelaide Zoo highly with an average score of 8.7 out
occupies eight hectares and is home to of 10. Additionally, 72% of respondents
more than 250 species of exotic and said they learned through their visit
native animals. It benefits from proximity that zoos play an important role in
to Adelaide’s city centre, important public conservation and 69% said they learned
institutions such as the Botanic Gardens more about their own impacts on animals
and University of Adelaide and natural and the environment.
features including the River Torrens and
To deliver our mission Zoos SA will
associated Linear Park.
need to sustain our special places as
Located 70km east of Adelaide, Monarto conservation, educational, cultural and
Zoo is a natural wildlife sanctuary and tourist landmarks in South Australia well
one of the world’s largest open range in to the future.
zoos. Monarto began in 1983 as a closed
special purpose breeding and pasture
area and since its opening to the public
in 1993, has built on this role and is
now a recognised bio-park. Monarto
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Section 1
Zoos SA’s
Strategic Plan
Our
Our
20-Year
Mission
Vision
Zoos SA is a charitable conservation Our vision is to lead and achieve
society that exists to save species long-term conservation change through
from extinction and connect people our internationally renowned sites,
with nature. programs and people.
Our Our
Goals Values
The organisation has four primary Passion: Zoos SA’s Strategic Plan ‘Living
goals and a series of broad strategies We inspire and influence through Conservation: A Strategic Plan for Zoos
to achieve them. our valuable conservation efforts and SA 2012-2017’ drives our Master Plan. At
recognise success. the heart of our Strategic Plan is our aim
Goal 1:
to be a successful zoo-based conservation
Save species from extinction Effectiveness:
organisation. Building on the framework
We focus on clearly defined shared goals
Goal 2: of Zoos SA’s Strategic Plan is the Five-year
and support people to achieve them.
Connect people with nature: inform, Business Plan which details how we will
empower and inspire people to act Innovation: action and budget for our priorities.
We seek creative ways to achieve
Goal 3:
goals and promote a culture of learning Organisational plans such as Strategic
Work in an ethical and sustainable
and improving. Marketing and Fundraising, Visitor
manner, influencing others to follow
Experience, Environmental Management,
our example Integrity:
Conservation Directions, Animal Welfare
We are guided by our values and deliver
Goal 4: Charter and Zoo Learning (education)
on our promises.
Apply an innovative business approach also guide us.
to grow a sound and advancing Respect:
organisation We respect individual’s values and
encourage a culture of collaboration,
listening and trust.
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Our
Zoos SA’s Master Plan is not just a site drive savings, determine capital project
or animal collection plan, but a plan for requirements and attract investment. Our
Master
how we deliver our mission, vision and Master Plan will build Zoos SA’s capacity
goals through our two zoos. Our Master to meet foreseeable challenges and make
Plan will chart the course for future the most of future opportunities.
Plan
development at both our sites in line with
Zoos SA’s Master Plan has been
what we want to achieve. We believe our
developed in two parts. Section one
zoos are special and lie at the heart of
provides the context, strategic directions
how we reach community.
and design principles that drive project
Successful Master Plans are ambitious but choice and development. It establishes a
achievable, build on existing strengths, set of agreed directions that guide and
are adaptable to change and consider unify future change. Section two outlines
the full needs of the organisation. A priority projects identified within the Plan
good Master Plan is built up of layers to be implemented across the two sites.
that complement each other well,
such as collection planning, visitor and
education services, conservation activities,
horticulture and sustainable design.
They deliver benefits to visitors and staff,
Master Plan
Objectives Enhance our capacity
to safeguard species
both within and
beyond our gates
Future proof our sites
Create valuable visitor
against foreseeable risks
experiences and connect
and improve sustainability
people with nature
Zoos SA’s Master Plan
will bring our mission
to life across our
two sites through the
following objectives:
Increase visitor Ensure we are
admissions and compliant with our
facilitate other resilient welfare, zoo industry and
revenue streams legislative responsibilities
Focus and integrate
development across
the business and
drive efficiencies
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Exhibiting Zoos
SA’s Mission
A collection of animals that
link to local, regional and Chances to observe
international species conservation natural animal behaviours
initiatives and messages in natural settings
Opportunities to make
Stories about animals
Information about threats intimate observations with
Opportunities to protect and from people who know
to species and what people moments to enjoy, reflect and
breed species for positive them intimately
can do in their own lives to empathise with animals
conservation outcomes
make a positive difference
Saving
Species Connecting
Our sites will
present:
with Nature
Mixed displays Occasions to touch, hear,
Our sites will provide:
to show a glimpse smell and experience
of ecosystems animals, plants and nature
A diverse animal
High quality education, outreach
collection in high
and presentation programs
standard enclosures
Displays showing how animals
A sense of interest,
The value and diversity of relate to people in our everyday
surprise and fun such as
the conservation and research lives; how we depend on them
winding pathways that
projects undertaken by zoos and how our needs and wants
open up to ‘reveal…’
are sometimes in conflict
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Master Plan Snapshot More
native species on
display at both sites
New
Ambassador
Monarto Zoo
Adelaide Zoo
Species Improved
including gorillas
A feeling of Space disabled access
at Adelaide Zoo and facilities
A vibrant City Oasis
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at both sites
4 precincts
Most
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Dangerous More
precincts Australian Animals options to enjoy
Monarto by at Monarto Zoo
at Adelaide Zoo Education Trail
bush walking African Savannah
Into Africa Australian Outback
Nature’s Playground or self-drive
and Aussie Icons Back from
The Tropical North Wild Africa
the Brink
Explore
More
Jewels of Asia
Jungle Journey
our zoos
at night
New
Bamboo Forest experiences to
Conservation Oz
with overnight encounter or entrance and
experiences at
both sites
walk amongst
our animals
visitor centre
Aerial
at Monarto Zoo
Continue our
walkways contribution to
conserve
and exhibits
designed so animals
Giant Playgrounds More
private venue and
Future proof our zoos
through sustainability and
Panda
can move around the that encompass
zoo and visitors Nature Play catering options at managing natural hazards
principles both sites
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Master Plan
Strategic
Directions
To respond to future challenges and
opportunities (Appendix 1) Zoos SA’s sites
must implement modern zoo best practice
(Appendix 2). Our Strategic Directions
are unique to Zoos SA and will guide the
evolution of our two sites. They build
on what Zoos SA already does well and
position us to seize the future.
Adopt and Demonstrate Adopt a
foster a distinct our commitment greater focus
theme for to saving species on exhibiting
each site. at our sites. native species
Adelaide and Monarto Zoos are both As a zoo-based conservation organisation and their
habitat and
unique sites and offer very different we will contribute to conservation
species that
experiences. We will build on their through our animal collection and
distinct strengths by fostering an conservation programs. By talking about
live in hot dry
overarching theme at each site; ‘a vibrant our conservation efforts and linking them
city oasis’ at Adelaide Zoo and ‘a feeling to important conservation messages
climates.
of space’ at Monarto Zoo. we will take visitors on a journey from
exhibits to action.
Exhibiting more local and climate
compatible species will promote our
exceptional native biodiversity, increase
our relevance to international visitors,
better prepare our zoos for the predicted
impacts of climate change, and mean our
animals are more likely to be comfortable
year round.
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Connect with Create zoos Digitally Ensure Play our role
the landscapes where animals enhance the zoo the zoo is in the global
where our zoos are encouraged experience. underpinned by biosecurity
are located. to move around Information and Communication effective hard response.
and visit infrastructure.
Technology (ICT) allows us to provide
Zoos SA’s sites are located in biodiverse Zoos SA is well placed to contribute to
our sites.
visitors with information that better
and beautiful landscapes. With good matches their ages, interests and global species conservation through
design we will take advantage of The foundation of our zoos is their our knowledge of husbandry, wildlife
languages onsite. We will use ICT to
surrounding assets such as the River hard infrastructure which includes health and collection animals. Through
immerse, reveal, recreate and tailor a
Nothing creates a memory like a close roads/paths, gates/fences, buildings
Torrens and Linear Park at Adelaide visitor’s experience whether they are at investment in Animal Health Centres at
encounter. Zoos SA will facilitate more and utilities. These services support
Zoo and adjacent mallee remnants and the zoo or in their lounge room on the both sites and the development of an
encounters at our sites by exercising visitor flow, daily operations, safe work
open vistas at Monarto to enhance our other side of the world. Zoos SA believes accredited quarantine facility at Monarto
animals in public areas, investing more conditions, efficiencies and avenues
visitors’ experience. that nothing replaces real contact, we will grow our capacity to respond to
in our interactive animal presentation to respond to emergency situations.
Celebrate the
but ICT is a wonderful opportunity to both local and global biosecurity risks.
program, providing walkways for Our plan pays particular attention to
Provide
enhance the zoo experience.
animals to move around and explore,
cultural, built
improving vehicular and visitor flow,
Operate a zoo
creating more immersive experiences and
windows to
staff accommodation, access gates, and
and natural
providing more resources onsite that can infrastructure to better cope with heavy
for all seasons. our work and
be utilised by local wildlife, eg bird baths downpours and fires.
heritage of
and native plantings. Do this well and
Ensure our sites passion behind
everyone benefits.
our sites.
By working with and catering for
Design are accessible. the scenes.
each season we will create appealing
dynamic sites.
attractions that can be well used year
Zoos SA’s sites sit on the traditional round, eg increasing shelter, shade, water
The importance of South Australia’s
lands of the Kaurna (Adelaide Zoo) and misters and indoor facilities. Zoos SA is a fascinating place to work.
zoos to a growing urban population
Walk and talk
Ngarrindjeri (Monarto Zoo) people. Major attractions at Zoos SA will always Our zoos are complex, diverse and
with less access to nature cannot be over
Our zoos have more than 130, and 30 be important. To ensure visitors regularly exciting operations and our people are
stated. We will increase accessibility at
sustainability.
years respectively, of South Australian enjoy new experiences we will also passionate and highly skilled. We will
our sites through improved infrastructure
built, cultural, social, political and invest in minor developments, seasonal create more windows to daily life behind
and facilities and by working with
natural heritage. We will engage South attractions, dynamic interpretation plans the scenes to engage our visitors and
partners to better cater for diverse
Australians in all our stories. for both sites and an annual maintenance Good design and the associated share knowledge of our important work.
languages, cultures and abilities. While
program to re-fresh and upgrade existing behaviour change is the most cost
our sites will not be fully accessible to
facilities across the sites. effective way to drive reductions
all we will work to provide all visitors a
in use and waste. We will embed
rewarding experience.
sustainability into the design of all future
projects, continue to implement onsite
sustainability initiatives and encourage
our visitors to follow our lead.
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Design Elements
To achieve these directions the following
elements of look, feel, story and function
will be built into projects designed under
the Plan:
Look Feel Story Function
Design exhibits to see animal Create spaces where Ensure our conservation Embed Ecological Sustainable
behaviour and architecture moments can happen; message takes centre stage Development (ESD) principles
up close such as burrows, moments of ‘wow’ and and drives action in the full life cycle of
mounds and nests while wonder, intimacy, humour, development
Use language that reflects
ensuring animal wellbeing connection, enchantment,
a modern perspective on Plan for additional retail
surprise, reflection and calm
Be guided by colour, style, what we do opportunities, facilities and
material and texture palettes Create opportunities to visitor services
Show the evolution of zoos,
that promote the look and foster empathy and
past to present (menageries Design with our visitors’
feel of the two distinct understanding of our
to conservation zoos) wants and needs in mind
themes with development at relationship with nature
each site Use our animals, plantings, Create efficiencies in safety,
Build in a sense of fun,
settings and people to time and costs so we can
Design for different viewers discovery, adventure and
‘transport’ visitors and tell do more
and views including heights; nature play
the story
remove or hide barriers Provide spaces for formal and
Immerse our visitors and
where possible Work with South Australia’s informal presentations and
engage their senses including
Aboriginal and multicultural create multi-purpose and
Use diverse plantings and sound-scapes to enhance the
communities to recognise dynamic spaces
natural materials to create experience
traditional cultural
structures, shelter, interest Ensure we maintain visitor
knowledge and connection
and appeal flow and avoid dead-ends
to our sites and animals
Mitigate the risks of extreme
weather conditions and
natural events such as heavy
downpours at Adelaide Zoo
and bushfire at Monarto Zoo
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Whole of Zoo
Planning
In addition to staff input into the Plan, activities in events, tours, retail, corporate
In addition to the
extensive research was undertaken on analysis of each
partnerships, fundraising and contract
management to optimise self-generated
successful approaches to developing zoo return was considered by all Specialist
operational area
Master Plans, State economic, demographic the following
Project Groups.
and tourism trends, relevant Australasian planning issues were
The project groups developed project
briefs for 80 recommended projects and
and Global Species Management Plans, advice relating to the animal collection
identified.
local species conservation priorities and
which was taken forward by the Master
Plan Steering Committee who sought
visitor needs and preferences. Zoos SA is
further input from expert stakeholders, Adelaide Zoo is eight hectares in size The Specialist Project Groups identified a High impact zoo exhibits are necessary
planning for an average increase in annual
staff, volunteers, members and the which makes it one of the smaller number of additional planning projects to maintain competitiveness and visitor
public. After further development by Australian zoos. If an opportunity arose that do not sit directly within the Master impact. It is planned that high profile
admissions of 3% at Adelaide Zoo and
the Steering Committee 101 projects to extend its boundary in to adjacent land Plan but are critical for its success species, such as Giant Panda, Lowland
representing a spectrum of scale, including plans for: site assessment, Gorilla, African Lion, meerkat, koala, Sri
4% at Monarto Zoo until 2021 when we
we would positively consider this.
complexity and cost have been identified heritage management, interpretation Lankan Leopard and African rhinoceros
forecast they could rise again in response
across the two sites; those of sufficient There is an opportunity to extend the including trails, browse management will be displayed in state of the art spaces
scale have been outlined in the Plan. Torrens River Popeye Ferry service to (vegetation for animal nutrition and that provide a great experience for visitors.
to major developments at our two sites. The Zoos SA Board was briefed regularly
and provided oversight and direction
terminate at Hackney Road going past
Adelaide Zoo. Zoos SA would be in
enrichment), Monarto land management,
Zoos SA operates with a debt which
onsite staff housing and a program for
favour of such an initiative and a ’Zoo resulted from borrowing to fund a
throughout the Plan’s development. engaging the heart through art and
Stop’ where visitors could alight. previous period of development in 2009.
A series of interactive workshops to identify what projects would be culture. These will be addressed through
This Master Plan is a useful and realistic To operate well in to the future and
were held with diverse representation required to implement the Strategic the Zoos SA Five-year Business Plan.
tool that recognises Zoos SA’s financial Opportunities exist to review the location underpin our core functions we must
from Zoos SA’s senior management to Directions across nine critical areas of the
and development constraints. It is of the new entrance way gates, fence Adelaide Zoo has a shortage of suitable invest sufficiently in areas of revenue
develop section one of the Master Plan. business: life sciences (animal collection
important to recognise that the Plan is and entry to Santos Centre at Adelaide multi-purpose spaces to hold animals off growth and work with significant
Consultation workshops were then held and husbandry), conservation, culture
indicative only and that final precinct and Zoo to make better use of the space for limits to allow for exhibit development, partners over the life of the Master Plan.
with staff, volunteers and Zoo Youth and heritage, visitor experience, visitor
exhibit design, infrastructure and species daily operations, access out of hours and transfers to other zoos, breeding and
across both sites to elicit feedback. This facilities, education, sustainability, assets
selection will require further detail and use for community events. animal training. While Monarto Zoo
included the development of spaces and infrastructure and horticulture. This
consultation with on-ground staff and continues to play an important role to
at each site, known as ‘Master Plan process involved more than 60 different
is subject to animals being available. house and pasture animals, a restriction
Hubs’, where all the latest information staff, which accounts for one quarter
All major commercial developments we have to plan for is ensuring staff with
was available and staff could provide of our workforce. Where suitable,
will be supported by a strong business the appropriate expertise are onsite for
additional comment. A summary of the re-use and renovation of existing
case before we proceed. To minimise each respective animal.
submissions and comment along with the facilities, buildings and exhibits were
the impact of disruption caused by
subsequent changes to section one was recommended.
development onsite and effectively
provided to staff and volunteers at the
Though Zoos SA is a not-for-profit manage our finances, the roll out of the
completion of this step.
conservation charity it still has to operate Master Plan will be carefully staged.
To develop section two we convened effectively in a commercial environment.
a number of Specialist Project Groups The success of our zoos’ commercial
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Benefits to South The Complexity
Australia of Zoo Planning
Our zoos provide significant benefits to Our Master Plan has taken more than
the State which the Master Plan will 18 months to develop and involved
strengthen; these are outlined as follows: many different people. It was important
to take this time because zoo planning
is notoriously challenging due to the
following complexities:
Adelaide Zoo is a major visitor attraction Our education teams work with teachers Zoos provide a great opportunity for Zoos SA relies heavily on the cooperation While development is underway zoos All established zoos have a combination
for tourists and the largest pay-to-enter and students, preschool to tertiary, to people to learn about and connect with of other regional zoos in Australasia to have to manage the impact on visitors of heritage, aging and new facilities,
tourist attraction in South Australia. deliver quality learning experiences that animals and their habitats which they access new animals or suitably relocate and animals alike, including animals exhibits and signage that must be
Monarto Zoo is currently the single inspire, inform and connect people with may never otherwise see. In particular, our own animals when breeding efforts that must be temporarily re-housed. consistently refreshed and sometimes
biggest regional tourist attraction in the nature. Over the 2013-14 financial year zoos may be the only chance to see have been successful. To manage impacts and cost our upgraded across the sites.
State. Our Master Plan will strengthen more than 50,000 individuals took part some species up close - a very different developments will be carefully staged.
Despite the best of care and attention we Despite being open every day of the
these benefits and provide additional in formal education programs offered experience to watching them on
cannot accurately determine how long Every zoo supporter and visitor has their year, admission numbers are never
tourism accommodation and catering at one of our two zoos. The Master television. There is a strong emphasis
our animals will be with us. favourite animals or exhibits; it is unlikely guaranteed and they can be affected by
facilities in the Murray Bridge region. Plan will lead to enhanced education in our Master Plan on connecting
we could ever have consensus support poor weather, competition with other
opportunities onsite for example through visitors with nature through immersive National import and export restrictions
Zoos SA employed 250 staff during for change. local events and market preferences
improvements to interpretation and ICT. experiences and nature play. apply to Australia and New Zealand and
the 2013-14 financial year (178 and trends. Our zoos have to be able to
have changed over the life of the zoo. Zoos have diverse business areas and it is
FTE) including 70 staff based out of An effective and efficient wildlife health Importantly, zoos not only allow people accommodate visitor peaks and troughs
This means that some of our favourite challenging to always meet the needs of
Monarto, making Zoos SA a significant sector is essential to mitigate and to connect to nature but also to each while maintaining a quality experience for
long-lived animals at Adelaide Zoo won’t visitors and staff while ensuring we meet
employer in regional South Australia. manage the serious biosecurity risks other. Memories made at the zoo every visitor every day.
be replaceable and that animals not our responsibilities to animal wellbeing.
Additional zoo visitors, more catering posed to industry, the environment strengthen family relationships and foster
currently in regional zoo collections may Sometimes this balance cannot be met
and retail outlets across both sites and and community wellbeing by infectious a sense of community as a result of the
be hard to secure. and difficult decisions such as moving a
onsite accommodation at Monarto disease. Zoos SA veterinary staff work shared experiences they offer. Our Master
much loved animal must then be made.
Zoo proposed under the Plan will drive closely with government agencies on a Plan will create opportunities for South Zoos will have to respond quickly and
additional employment opportunities. range of wildlife health issues including Australians and tourists alike to create unexpectedly at times to provide captive Zoos manage a complex and evolving
hendra virus in flying foxes and chytrid new memories at our much loved zoos. facilities for species with rapidly declining array of accreditation and compliance
Zoos SA is involved in species conservation
fungus in frogs. Improved animal health wild populations or to bring new species responsibilities that must all be factored
for local, regional and international
facilities at both sites are identified within in to the regional zoo collection, therefore into planning.
species. Adding more ambassador species
the Master Plan. building facilities that enable us to respond
to our animal collection, additional Zoos are not easily relocated and there
to demand and be flexible is required.
breeding and housing facilities and are few opportunities to expand their
increased conservation education are Meeting the needs of animals new to boundaries, therefore we have to work
all built in to the Master Plan to expand our collection can require significant and largely within the constraints of the sites
our capacity to support important custom-made infrastructure and staff we have.
conservation initiatives. training; to be resilient as a business we
cannot do it too quickly or often.
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Our Unique Sites
Adelaide Zoo Monarto Zoo
A vibrant City Oasis A feeling of Space
Adelaide Zoo is a celebration of life. It Monarto Zoo is a zoo with wild horizons.
showcases life’s diversity and offers visitors Dedicated to conserving species of the
an intimate and rich experience. plains and outback, it immerses visitors in
an open range and evocative experience.
Visitors to Adelaide Zoo will experience: Under the Master Plan we will establish
• A place of wonder where the city is
seven precincts onsite: Nature’s
Visitors to Monarto Zoo will experience: Under the Master Plan we will establish
Playground and Aussie Icons, Into
• Herds of animals as far as the eye can
at your doorstep but feels like it is a four precincts onsite: African Savannah,
Africa, Jewels of Asia, The Tropical
world away. Australian Outback, Back from the Brink
North, Jungle Journey, Bamboo Forest see with no barriers or intrusions of
• A diverse, colourful and interesting
and safari styled Wild Africa with several
and Conservation Oz. Significant modern life to interrupt your gaze.
visitor attractions within each precinct.
• To feel immersed in a vast natural
suite of animals and things to see, do redevelopment will be required for
The Australian and Wild Africa precincts
and buy. Nature’s Playground and Aussie Icons,
setting; you are a visitor in this wild are new developments. There will also be
• A beautiful place of different shapes,
Into Africa, The Tropical North, Jungle
place looking out across a great plain significant new development within the
Journey and Conservation Oz precincts;
sounds, colours, light and textures and witnessing animals congregate. remaining existing precincts.
while the remaining precincts will largely
• A place where you can be on your
that is vibrant with life. build on existing infrastructure.
• Elements of curiosity, fantasy, fun and own; to meander at your own pace
surprise that make you laugh. and in your own company.
• A comfortable, green and relaxing • A sense of place and country.
place to be, with views to the river
and surrounding parklands.
• A place with many visitors; where
everyone feels welcome.
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Implementing
and Funding the
Master Plan
Zoos SA recognises our recent financial
management challenges and we currently
operate with a debt which resulted from
borrowing to fund a previous period of
development in 2009. Over the past two
years there has been a significant focus
on strengthening our financial position
to underpin the organisation and to that
end investing in opportunities for revenue
growth is a strong theme throughout this
Master Plan.
It is our intent that all major commercial relevant staff, stakeholders and partners.
developments outlined in the Plan will be Foremost the Master Plan provides a clear
supported by a strong business case for vision of our aspirations.
investment and a clear financial model
Master Plans are most effective when
before we proceed. Some costs will be
they are living documents and updated
built into our annual investment in capital
regularly. We will review our progress
expenditure however to fund major
against the Master Plan annually, test its
developments in the Plan we will work
assumptions and priorities every three
hard to attract grant funding from local,
years and ensure it is strongly aligned with
state and federal government, corporate
the five-yearly reviews of our Strategic
investment and private donations
Plan. The Zoos SA Board will continue to
including bequests from those who wish
have strong oversight of this Plan through
to leave a lasting legacy.
regular reporting and review.
There is still much work to be done
We are very excited about what this Plan
with detailed drawings and project
means to Zoos SA and look forward to
management plans to be drafted for
delivering these outstanding facilities for
each precinct, individual exhibit and
South Australia. We invite you to join and
infrastructure in collaboration with
walk with us on the journey.
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Section 2
Adelaide Zoo
Jewels of
Asia
Into
Africa
12,510m2
10,290m2 The
Tropical
North
3,080m2
Conservation
Oz
2,075m2
Nature’s
Playground &
Aussie Icons
1,710m2
Bamboo Jungle
Forest Journey
4,365m2 3,860m2
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Key
Recommendations
Retain Giant Pandas and African Lions Identify opportunities to facilitate animal
onsite; seek to bring Lowland Gorillas movement between exhibits and across
into Adelaide Zoo’s collection and the site including aerial walkways.
move giraffes, Hamadryas Baboons,
Within the Northern Tropics develop an
Ring-tailed Lemurs and Barbary Sheep to
aquarium, a third major catering outlet,
Monarto Zoo.
outdoor amphitheatre and second
Develop a high impact exhibit at the front entrance to cater for private and out of
entrance to engage visitors as soon as hours events and to aid visitor flow.
they arrive.
Improve the resilience of our sites and
Invest in additional off-exhibit embed sustainable principles in to design,
multipurpose enclosures to support increase water and solar energy capture,
husbandry management, ex situ recycle resources onsite and invest in
conservation and presentations. long-term water security.
Upgrade and increase visitor amenities and Improve back of house facilities by
presentation facilities throughout the zoo. completing the service ring road around
the site, establishing a centralised
Increase the profile and presentation of
food store and distribution area and
native species through activities across
providing appropriate standard office
three precincts and in particular the
accommodation to all staff.
Conservation Oz Precinct.
Provide audio visual and visitor facilities
Develop a feature playground that
at the Animal Health Centre to offer an
follows nature play principles next to
interactive visitor experience.
catering and family facilities.
Where applicable restore and interpret
Develop a trail leading visitors across the
built and botanic heritage.
site to visit 10 of our most ‘dangerous’
Australian species; educating visitors Use ICT options to tailor communication
on the value of these species and and provide exceptional experiences
de-bunking the myths. including the introduction of holographic,
robotics and 4D cinema technologies.
Remove existing Nocturnal House
and expand/replace existing Reptile
House to serve as a multi-purpose indoor
centre displaying nocturnal, reptilian and
aquatic species.
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Precincts 7
Nature’s
5 a
9
Playground and
4 6
m 8
3
Aussie Icons
2
m
This precinct combines areas for nature 10
1
play with opportunities to get up close
Section A Natures Playground & Aussie Icons
to our wonderful native wildlife. The b
11
Not to scale
precinct is new and will require major c
19
development.
m
c 14
12
The area currently houses picnic tables,
m
unallocated space used to accommodate
13
d
temporary exhibits, the Reptile House, e
l
part of the Australian Animals Precinct, 18 l
f k 24
Panda Shop, cadaver corps facilities, m
15
exhibits for Barbary Sheep, hippopotamus Section B Natures Playground & Aussie Icons h
17 l
and otter, and the security office. Many Not to scale g m
16
of these exhibits need to be upgraded i
20
and we expect several changes to the
species such as emu, koala, kangaroo, Aerial walkways within this precinct will
collection over the next 10 years. The j 22
kookaburra, wombat, quokka and provide opportunities for animals and 23
original entrance gate and new Froggery Plan 21
assorted parrots and an interactive native kids alike to explore the tree tops and
exhibit will be retained. Scale 1:1000
Children’s Zoo where visitors can get up look to the river. 21
Our zoos provide fantastic opportunities close and personal. The existing Reptile
House will be expanded to serve as a
for children to connect with wildlife but Key features:
we can do more to connect them with multi-purpose indoor centre displaying
nocturnal, reptile and temperate aquatic A feature playground and climbing
the natural environment by providing 1. Historic Gates A. Climbing platform with access to
species. A trail leading visitors across the platform with disability access
small, exciting and engaging nature play 2. Function Area 2 underground Meerkat viewing
site to visit 10 of our most ‘dangerous’ and designed on nature play 3. Volunteer Toilets B. Path access through Contact Animals
elements throughout the site, as well as
Australian animals will commence in this principles, aerial walkway, river 4. Toilets C. Waterhole
larger dedicated spaces. The playground
views, interactive Children’s Zoo 5. Gatekeepers House D. Climbing platform with slide and rope access
and climbing platform at Adelaide Zoo will precinct. A new Visitor Information Hub
6. Australian animals E. Climbing ropes and poles/tree trunks
will be developed near the front entrance with native animals, new exhibits to
be accessible to children of different ages 7. Children’s Meerkat experience F. Cubby space
in an easy to find location to ensure showcase Australian animals, multi- 8. Aldabras G. Climbing platforms (3-5m)
and abilities. Opportunities to play help
visitors are welcomed and helped to purpose indoor centre, high visitor 9. African Lions H. Sand and water play with rocks and logs
children learn and associate nature with 10. Nature Theatre/Retail Building I. Possible lift for disabled access
tailor their day onsite. The Hub will also impact penguin exhibit and water
feeling interested, relaxed and happy. 11. Koalas and Woylies to aerial walkway
play feature, new Visitor Information
include accommodation for Kids Kabz 12. Koalas and Aussie Natives J. Possible roof access to climbing
Many of Australia’s native animals are and mobility aids. A high visitor impact Hub, picnic tables, function area 13. Indoor Centre structure (disabled)
unique to our continent, fascinating and suitable to be booked for parties, 14. Indoor Centre Extension K. Wall fountain and jets
penguin exhibit and adjacent water play
15. Pelicans L. Mound with tunnels and viewing
under threat. The Aussie Icons Precinct space will also be developed at the front and photo opportunities with koalas
16. Penguins into Indoor Centre
will enable local and travelling visitors entrance to ensure the public start their (non contact). 17. Water Play and Splash Park M. Tree top trail climbing platform
alike to see, and in some cases interact visit with a ‘splash’. (feature paving area in winter)
with our precious wildlife. The precinct 18. Nature Play Area
19. Contact Animals
will include displays of iconic native
20. Function Area 1
21. Main Entrance, Retail and Restaurant
22. Undercover dining area
23. Toilets
24. Visitor Information Hub
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Precincts
Into Africa b
4
a
Plan
Scale 1:1000 c
5
6
2
3
e
Section C Into Africa 7
8
Not to scale
1
17
This precinct brings a glimpse of Monarto Lemur and Aldabra Tortoise, Pygmy fascinating creatures share many features
Zoo to the heart of Adelaide. The Hippopotamus, Colobus Monkey, with us, including giggling when amused. 18
c
9
precinct features a number of new high Fennec Fox and Mandrill. The Ring-tailed Gorillas are critically endangered and 19
impact exhibits and will require major Lemurs currently housed at Adelaide numbers continue to fall in the wild. 16
development. will be moved to Monarto Zoo for a Zoos SA is seeking to join the efforts of 15
new immersive exhibit. The Nocturnal zoos worldwide to protect these amazing a
The area currently houses the Nocturnal 10
House is no longer fit for purpose and ambassadors and will contribute also to
House, parts of the historic and
does not meet our sustainability goals. their conservation in the wild through 11
Australian Animals precincts, curatorial
We will pull it down and re-locate our Conservation Partnerships Program. d
12
unit, exhibits for Brazilian Tapir, giraffes, 14
residents to the multi-purpose indoor Zoos SA will work with other zoos to
meerkats, lemurs, tamarins and assorted
centre near the front entrance or to determine if housing a breeding or 11 1. Mandrill exhibit
aviaries. Many of these exhibits need 2.
Monarto Zoo. We will build a state of bachelor group would best serve the a
Gorilla back of house and day room
to be upgraded and we will be looking 13 3. Viewing into gorilla day room
the art lion exhibit and interactive exhibit conservation of this species in the region.
to relocate giraffe from our city site 4. Gorilla exhibit
for meerkats that is bound to surprise. A breeding group at Adelaide Zoo is 5. Fennec fox exhibit
to Monarto Zoo. Any changes to
Aerial walkways within this precinct likely to require us to develop facilities d 6. Ruffed lemur exhibit
the curatorial unit, which provides 7. Colobus exhibit
will provide opportunities for suitable to accommodate a bachelor group at
office accommodation for many of 8. Colobus and lemur back of house
animals to explore in tunnels winding Monarto Zoo.
our zoo keeping staff, will need to be 9. African village catering and function area
over visitors as they gaze above their 10. African Lion back of house
carefully staged.
heads. Development will take advantage 11. Toilets
12. African Lion exhibit
African animals are synonymous with of the fantastic river and parkland views Key features: 13. Aldabras exhibit
available at the northwest boundary of
a zoo experience. From the guttural An exhibit for Lowland Gorillas, a 14. Meerkat exhibit with children’s
roar of an African Lion to our meerkats; the site. meerkat experience
larger state of the art Lion exhibit,
15. Hippo House
highly sociable and always busy, there new exhibits to showcase African
The most significant new development 16. Pygmy Hippo exhibit
is something for everyone from this animals including a walk-through 17. Hippo and Mandrill back of house
planned for this precinct is the
wild and diverse continent. The area aviary and interactive exhibit for 18. Elephant House
introduction of Lowland Gorillas. These
could include new exhibits for Ruffed 19. Walk-through aviary
Meerkats, aerial animal walkways,
river views, relocate animals from A. Entry/exit
the Nocturnal House, restore and B. Views towards the River Torrens
C. Aerial walkway for animals
interpret built heritage assets within
D. Tree top trail climbing platform
the precinct, create the setting of an E. Access road for staff vehicles
African Village with capacity to hold
presentations, functions and pop-up
revenue opportunities.
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Precincts
The Tropical North Plan
Scale 1:1000
23
11
The Australasian Northern Tropics
10
encompasses the northern coast of
Queensland and Northern Territory,
Indonesia and Papua New Guinea. These 22 12
areas are exceptionally diverse and home
to some of the region’s most iconic 13
species such as Saltwater Crocodile and
Southern Cassowary. The precinct is new 21
and will require major development.
Section E The Tropical North 2
River Torrens, leading to an outdoor
This new development is proposed Not to scale 4
multi-purpose amphitheatre and second
for the northeast corner of Adelaide 20
9 14
entrance to cater for private and out 5
Zoo which currently houses meerkats,
of hours events and aid visitor flow.
Binturong, wombats, Australian Sealions 1
The area could include new exhibits for 3
and the sealion lawn. These exhibits
Southern Cassowary, Tree Kangaroos, 9
17
require updating and for a small zoo the 6
crocodile species and walk-through
space in this section is not effectively
aviaries featuring spectacular forest birds 7
used and is currently under-developed.
such as the Palm Cockatoo, Chattering 8
Good development in this location will
Lory, Rose-crowned Fruit Dove and Noisy 2
9
2 15
take advantage of the outlook over the
Pitta and northern grassland species
River Torrens.
including Gouldian and Star Finches. The
16
18
This precinct will see both significant new aquarium and surrounds could house
exhibits and visitor facilities developed aquatic curiosities such as Barramundi,
onsite including an aquarium with Lungfish, Saratoga, Archer Fish and
mezzanine and catering outlet that Freshwater Whipray. 19
looks out over the site and east to the
The Tropical North
Key features: 1. Main building entrance/exit
Aquarium with mezzanine, 2. Secondary building entrance/exit
3. Viewing deck
outdoor multi-purpose
4. Toilets
amphitheatre for presentations 5. Kitchen/bar
and shows, special and private 6. Aquariums
7. Access and servicing for aquariums
event facilities, new catering
8. Lift
outlet, visitor facilities and retail 9. Crocodile Exhibit (on lower level)
hub, river views, second visitor 10. New entrance gate for functions
entrance and new exhibits 11. New River Landing
12. Torrens River
showcasing animals of the
13. Amphitheatre (approx. 550 seats)
Australasian northern tropics. 14. Cassowary exhibit
15. Tree kangaroo exhibit
16. Walkthrough aviary
17. Service road
18. Envirodome building
19. Animal care facilities
Jewels of Asia
20. Komodo Dragon exhibit
21. Central Primate Facility
22. Small Clawed Otter exhibit
23. Orangutan exhibit
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Precincts
Jungle Journey
Plan
Not to scale
1
13 1
The forests of South America are some This precinct will see the major 1. Entrance/exit
2 12
2. River edge/beach clearing
of the most biodiverse regions on Earth development of a multi-storey walk- 3
3. Path (on ground) 5
and contain a breathtaking array of birds, through aviary with a raised walkway 4. Screening vegetation 8
5.
11
insects and plants. This precinct will bring showcasing our South American animals Escarpment vegetation
6
you face to face with that diversity with such as tapirs, capybaras, coati and mara 6. Bridge crossing
7. Gorge with waterfalls and pools
a journey from ground to canopy in a at ground level, and tamarins, marmoset, 4
8. Table lands vegetation 7
multi-storey walk-through aviary. This conures and macaws amongst the 9. Holding area
precinct is new and will require major canopy. With South American collections 10. Pump room (with green roof) 12
5
development. now declining in other Australian zoos 11. Canopy walkway (3-4m high) 8
12. Jungle vegetation 11
this precinct will be another point of
This development is proposed for the 13. Waterfall (on enclosure perimeter)
difference for a visit to Adelaide Zoo.
southeast corner of Adelaide Zoo which
currently houses a strong representation
3
of our bird collection in the Australian
Key features:
Aviary and Jewels of Asia precinct, and
the Jewels of Asia lawn. Many of these A multi-storey aviary and walkway 10
9
exhibits require updating and we will be developed to showcase South
looking to relocate many of these birds to American animals.
other precincts at Adelaide Zoo.
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Precincts Precincts
Bamboo Forest Conservation Oz
Adelaide Zoo is home to Australia’s only Many Australian species are threatened Cassowary, pelicans and Bush Stone-
Giant Pandas, Wang Wang and Funi, and Key features: and at risk of disappearing. Conservation Curlews, Australian Bush Aviaries and
we are proud to have been entrusted A new aviary, expansion of Red Oz provides an opportunity to learn more a small primate exhibit. Should we be
with their care. Under this Master Plan Panda exhibit and aerial walkway about their story and Zoos SA’s important unable to source additional flamingos
we will seek to complete and extend and additional visitor amenities. conservation work. The precinct is new in future, the heritage Flamingo Grotto
our cooperative agreement with China, and will require major development. could be incorporated in to the precinct
anticipating that we will make a positive in a way that is sensitive to its heritage
The precinct will be centrally located
contribution to the global Giant Panda value. Many of these exhibits require
adjacent the Rotunda and Central Lawn.
breeding program. Minimal development updating and we will be looking to
The area currently houses the Southern
is required for this precinct. relocate some of these birds to other
precincts at Adelaide and Monarto Zoos.
Opened in 2009, this exhibit is one
of the best examples of its kind in the The Conservation Oz precinct will
world. It has been designed to provide strongly emphasise the importance
an exceptional naturalistic viewing of local conservation and sharing our
experience for zoo visitors as well stories. There could be new exhibits
as catering for the daily enrichment for Tasmanian Devils, wallaby species,
requirements of the Giant Pandas. bandicoots, Stone Bush-Curlews,
Contemporary husbandry standards, Pygmy Blue-tongue Lizards, Rosenberg’s
animal conditioning, careful monitoring Goanna, Western Swamp Tortoise
and ongoing liaison with Chinese and threatened local bird species
breeding experts are all part of the including Orange-bellied Parrot, Regent
ongoing management of the exhibit. Honeyeater, Diamond Firetail and Regent
Parrot. A sustainability exhibit will be co-
Three minor developments are proposed
located in this precinct. Threatened flora
for this precinct: to cover the entrance
could be showcased in this precinct too.
walkway to create an aviary for Chinese
birds from our collection including
Mandarin Duck and Golden Pheasant, Key features:
expand the exhibit areas for Red Panda, New exhibits for threatened native
and investigate creating an aerial animals, increased interpretation for
walkway for Red Panda to move in and conservation messages, threatened
around the adjacent aviary. The aviary flora plantings and a sustainability
could be designed to be dismantled exhibit.
temporarily to cater for peak visitor
periods through the precinct. Additional
visitor facilities will be built to better cater
for events and functions.
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Precincts
Jewels of Asia
You know you have arrived at Adelaide We plan to undertake three major
Zoo when greeted by our siamang’s developments in the Jewels of Asia
echoing tree top call. The Immersion precinct to introduce Komodo Dragons
exhibit provides visitors with the in the southwest corner, redevelop the
experience of walking through a forest, big cat exhibits and lawn area to relocate
with Sumatran Tiger and Sumatran otters, and introduce an exhibit for the
Orangutan seemingly within reach. endangered and very striking Sri Lankan
Within the life of this Master Plan we will Leopard. Aerial animal walkways will also
enhance and complete the Southeast be investigated for this precinct.
Asia precinct.
Opened in 1995 and further developed in Key features:
2006, the Immersion exhibit showcases
Introduction of Sri Lankan Leopard
siamangs, Dusky Langurs, Malayan
and Komodo Dragon, new otter
Tapirs and Malayan Sunbears, as well
exhibit, opportunity for pop-up
as endangered Sumatran Orangutan,
catering or revenue activities
Sumatran Tiger and White-cheeked
at northern end, aerial animal
Gibbons. Areas for re-development
walkways and refresh ageing
currently house big cats, Tree Kangaroos,
infrastructure.
African Wild Dogs, Mandrills, Hamadryas
Baboons and the Immersion lawn. Many
of these exhibits need to be upgraded;
we will be looking to relocate several
of these animals to other precincts at
Adelaide Zoo and move Hamadryas
Baboons from our city site to Monarto
Zoo. Malayan Tapirs are unlikely to be
replaced due to regional health concerns
for this species.
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Delivering Ethical and Advancing our
• Create a second entrance, additional
Sustainable Organisation
visitor facilities, catering and retail
our Goals
outlets and outdoor amphitheatre
Approach (Welfare
venue on the eastern boundary within
the Northern Tropics precinct. Within
(Business and Facilities
Management)
the first five years of the Master
Plan explore options for a second and Sustainability)
temporary exit on the eastern side.
The Master Plan identifies projects both • Develop new interpretative trails
We will grow the long-term viability
We will meet our welfare commitments
of our organisation by investing in
within and beyond the site’s precincts
across the site linking exhibits from and reduce our environmental footprint
efficiencies, revenue growth and people;
different precincts through central encouraging visitors to follow our lead; to
to help achieve the four goals of our
to do this we will:
educational themes. do this we will:
• Increase the size and quality of • Consolidate food storage and
Strategic Plan. • Build first class parent room facilities
exhibits for many animals in our
preparation facilities by establishing a
within the Nature’s Playground and central food store and distribution area.
Aussie Icons precinct and upgrade collection at Adelaide Zoo.
parent room near the Central Lawn.
• House animals more suited to the • Complete a full service ring road
•
around the site and ensure vehicular
Retain existing overnight tent site and climate by adopting a ‘right
access to most areas through a
accommodation onsite. species - right site’ approach.
central route.
• Provide tactile opportunities for visitors • Facilitate further environmental • Provide an appropriate standard of
Saving Species • Fully restore and interpret built Connecting to engage with our collection via enrichment by providing animals
office accommodation for all staff
People to
heritage assets’, showcasing how displays at mobile touch tables and more opportunities for choice and
by developing a two-storey staff
(Conservation and
zoos have changed and their a collection of animal curiosities on movement through the zoo via aerial
accommodation and administration
Nature (Visitor
increasing importance in global walkways and keeper walks and
Collection Management)
display in the heritage Elephant House. building at Gate 3 and reviewing
• Establish an information service area
species conservation. presentations.
existing facilities particularly for
We will contribute more to global species • Provide an interactive visitor Experience and Education) at the main front entrance with • Improve the resilience of the site and assets, horticulture and zoo keeping
experience at the Animal Health (Vet) embed good sustainable practices staff as more detailed designs are
undercover storage capacity for Kids
conservation and promote personal in place.
Centre (vet clinic) to offer insights in Kabs and wheelchairs. in to design, eg adopting passive
action to visitors; to do this we will: We will provide high quality visitor
• • Investigate the scope to provide
to the important work they do. design principles.
•
facilities and experiences that meet the
• Explore long-term water security
Invest in additional directional and
• Increase the profile and presentation
Invest in additional off-exhibit diverse needs of our visitors; to do this undercroft car parking in association
interpretive signage across the site.
enclosures to better support we will: with the new office development.
• Provide more under-cover eating
of native species through activities options where cost effective,
• Upgrade and increase visitor and
ex situ conservation activities
• Redevelop part of the existing Human
across three precincts and in particular including water capture, filtration and
(also used for husbandry and areas at both Wisteria and Fig Tree
the Conservation Oz precinct. recycling onsite and using Glenelg
presentation purposes). presentation facilities throughout Resource facilities to serve as a
Cafes, restore the Rotunda venue,
• Improve onsite interpretation to share
to Adelaide Parklands (GAP) recycled
• Increase the percentage of
the zoo, building them into new second dedicated First Aid Room.
provide additional seating and picnic water if appropriate.
• Provide adequate office, workshop
developments or existing fixtures
our conservation story and promote
• Improve interpretation across the
areas across the zoo and retain the
ambassador and conservation species where required, eg Bamboo Forest
conservation messages to inspire popular Central Lawn.
in our animal collection and add precinct to better cater for out of and lunch room facilities for
• Use ICT options to tailor
visitors to take personal action. site to showcase our sustainability
to our global species conservation hours events. volunteers.
• Display educational plantings
initiatives such as green roofs and
• Design the capacity within each • Increase opportunities for revenue
efforts through Lowland Gorilla and communication and provide inspire visitors to take personal action.
Sri Lankan Leopard exhibits. including threatened species, novelty
• Retain effective waste separation and
exceptional experiences. growth onsite.
precinct to set up additional pop-up
• Redevelop the existing Panda Shop
plants, water-hardy species and
catering and/or retail facilities when recycle facilities onsite.
education gardens.
visitor numbers are high. to provide a small additional indoor
presentation area that can also cater
for periods of extra retail activity
during temporary events or exhibits.
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