Zoological Parks Authority
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The functions of the Zoological Parks Authority Authority include controlling and managing Perth Zoo – in which zoological specimens are kept, displayed and cultivated/bred, for conservation, research, scientific, educational, cultural or recreational purposes.
On 1 July 2017, The Perth Zoo became part of the new Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions. This new department brought together the functions and staff of the Department of Parks and Wildlife, Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority, Rottnest Island Authority and the Zoological Parks Authority.
Contact Details
20 Labouchere Road, SOUTH PERTH WA 6151
08 9474 0444
Company Activity
| NEW ROLE: David van Ooran, Executive Director, Perth Zoo | 30 Apr 2024 |
| NEWS: Tagged in Science, conservation key for Perth Zoo | 11 Aug 2023 |
| NEWS: Tagged in Appointments June 30, 2023 | 30 Jun 2023 |
| NEWS: Tagged in Former NOPSEMA boss to head WA department | 27 Jun 2023 |
| NEW ROLE: Stuart Smith, Chief Executive | 27 Jun 2023 |
| NEWS: Tagged in Down to business on gender equity | 23 Mar 2023 |
| NEWS: Tagged in Leaders recognised in Australia Day honours | 27 Jan 2023 |
| NEWS: Tagged in Zoo keeping endangered species afloat | 20 Dec 2022 |
| NEW ROLE: Peter Dans, Acting Chief Executive | 09 Dec 2022 |
| NEWS: Tagged in Appointments October 14, 2022 | 13 Oct 2022 |
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Related Information
Notable People
| Name | Position | Year Started |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Executive | 2023 |
| Executive Director, Perth Zoo Marketing, Visitor Services, Events Perth Zoo (1998 to 2001) | 2024 |
| Board Member | 2018 |
| Board Member, Deputy Chair | 2022 |
| Board Member | 2019 |
| Chair | 2022 |
| Board Member | 2022 |
| Board Member | 2022 |
| Visiting Research Fellow, Board Member since 2017 | 2007 |
| Board Member | 2022 |
| Minister for Environment | 2021 |
Past People
| Name | Position | Year Started | Year Ended |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Dans | Acting Chief Executive | 2022 | 2023 |
| Mark Webb | Chief Executive | 2017 | 2022 |
| Kellie Pendoley | Board Member | 2016 | 2022 |
| Alex Lamond | Board Member, Deputy Chair since 2019 | 2012 | 2022 |
| Di Bain | Board Member | 2019 | 2022 |
| Brad Geatches | Board Member | 2018 | 2022 |
| Stephen Dawson | Minister for Environment | 2017 | 2021 |
| Grant Robinson | Non-Executive Chair | 2019 | 2021 |
| Rebecca Tomkinson | Board Member | 2017 | 2019 |
| Susan Harrington | Non-Executive Deputy Chair | 2010 | 2019 |
| Brian Easton | Non-Executive Chair | 2011 | 2019 |
| Jessica Woodford | Manager, Commercial Services | 2019 | 2019 |
| Nicole McAlinden | Board Member | 2013 | 2018 |
| Maria Finnigan | Director, Life Sciences | 2007 | 2017 |
| Claire Wright | Director, Community Engagement | 2010 | 2017 |
| Peter Mawson | Director Animal Health & Research | 2012 | 2017 |
| Wade Starkie | Director, Corporate Development | 2013 | 2017 |
| Susan Hunt | Chief Executive, Perth Zoo | 2004 | 2017 |
| Nicole Moody | Board Member | 2011 | 2017 |
| John Knowles | Board Member | 2012 | 2017 |
| Albert Jacob | Minister for Environment | 2013 | 2017 |
| Carol Shannon | Director, Corporate & Commercial Development | 2006 | 2012 |
| Salv Silvera | Commercial Operations Manager, Perth Zoo | 2009 | 2012 |
| Helen Robertson | Director, Animal Health Services & Research | 2004 | 2012 |
| Andrew Thompson | Deputy Chairman | 2003 | 2011 |
| Peter Metcalfe | Non-Executive Chair | 2005 | 2011 |
| James Best | Non-Executive Director | 2007 | 2011 |
| Wen-Haur Cheng | Director, Visitor & Education Services | 2004 | 2010 |
| Colin Hyde | Director, Life Sciences | 1995 | 2008 |
| Margaret Nadebaum | Deputy Chair | 2007 | |
| Dominique Mecoy | Marketing Manager, Perth Zoo | 2000 | 2007 |
| Cree Monaghan | Co-Director, Aniaml Health Services & Research | 1998 | 2007 |
| John Howell | Chairman | 2006 | |
| Garry Adams | Director, Corporate Development | 2001 | 2006 |
| Helen Creed | Non-Executive Director | 2005 | 2006 |
| Brian Easton | Chief Executive, Perth Zoo | 1999 | 2003 |
| David van Ooran | Marketing, Visitor Services, Events Perth Zoo | 1998 | 2001 |
| Tony Jupp | Education Manager | 1993 | 2000 |
| Ricky Burges | Chief Executive, Perth Zoo | 1994 | 1998 |
| Michael Yakovina | Human Resources Manager & Advisor | 1991 | 1996 |
| Ian Cowie | Board Member | 2015 | |
| Wayne Bradshaw | Board Member | 2012 | |
| Pam Garnett | Deputy Chairperson | 2010 |
