About us
Saving wildlife is not what we do, it's who we are.
13 November 2025 marked a significant day in history, and one that all Victorians can feel proud of: Australia’s first Treaty between First Peoples in Victoria and the Victorian Government was signed.
At Zoos Victoria, we are in strong support of this movement and Treaty being signed is a significant, welcome step towards our commitment to engage in meaningful partnerships with First Peoples to support work that is done for Country. It aligns perfectly with our core values as an organisation. For more information on the Journey to this point, what the Treaty being signed means and what this bright future looks like, see this website >>
Zoos Victoria is a world-leading zoo-based conservation organisation, dedicated to fighting wildlife extinction.
Our four zoos are Healesville Sanctuary, Kyabram Fauna Park, Melbourne Zoo and Werribee Open Range Zoo. Each one provides a unique and immersive experience that attracts visitors from around the world.
Our zoos inspire animal lovers of all ages. And by strengthening the connection between people and wildlife, we hope to protect the future of animals and their homes.
Our important work includes breeding and recovery programs; we've built partnerships with local communities, fellow conservationists, and like-minded organisations — close to home and in far-flung corners of the world.
Thank you
We're a not-for-profit organisation, so every dollar counts. Each time you visit one of our zoos, donate, buy a memento from our shops, or share what you've discovered, you're helping us to protect wildlife. So, thank you.
Who we are
Learn more about the Zoos Victoria community.
Our vision is to fight extinction to secure a future rich in wildlife.
Our mission
As a world-leading zoo-based conservation organisation we will fight wildlife extinction through:
- Innovative, scientifically sound breeding and recovery programs to support critically endangered Victorian, terrestrial, vertebrate species;
- Partnering with the Victorian community to create the world’s most wildlife friendly society;
- Providing profound zoo-based animal encounters to connect people with wildlife; and
- Strong commercial approaches to secure financial sustainability.
Our publications
Zoos Victoria produces a number of publications that explain our priorities, programs and where we’re headed.
If you use assistive technology and need a version of one of these documents in a more accessible format, please email contact@zoo.org.au and let us know which format you require it in.