The Minister

The Honourable Donna Faragher MEd(Hons) BA(Hons) GradDipEd JP MLC; Minister for Environment; Youth, is the Minister responsible for the Zoological Parks Authority Act 2001 and the Zoological Parks Authority.

The Zoological Parks Authority

Perth Zoo is administered by the Zoological Parks Authority. The Zoological Parks Authority is constituted under the authority of the Parks Authority Act 2001 and came into operation on 22 May 2002. The Authority is a body corporate with perpetual succession. It is an agent of the Crown and enjoys the status, immunities and privileges of the Crown.

The functions of the Authority, outlined in Section 9 of the Act, include controlling and managing Perth Zoo in which zoological specimens are kept and displayed, and plants cultivated, for conservation, research, scientific, educational, cultural or recreational purposes. Other specific functions include: conducting and collaborating in breeding programs for the preservation of threatened animal species; conducting and collaborating in research programs for the preservation of threatened animal species and the conservation and management of other species; conducting public education and awareness programs; providing and promoting recreational services and facilities at Perth Zoo; and conserving and enhancing the gardens, amenities and natural environment of Perth Zoo.

The Zoo Act and Regulations

In 2002 the new Zoological Parks Authority Act came into effect and with it were actioned new Zoo Regulations. These Regulations provide clear guidelines to what behaviour, actions and responsibilities are acceptable within Perth Zoo.

Copies of the Zoological Parks Authority Act and the companion Zoological Parks Authority Regulations are available for viewing or purchase from the State Law Publisher. Also, any queries regarding the Zoological Parks Authority Act and Regulations can be made to Perth Zoo on (08) 9474 0444.