Six Pillars of Conservation

We’re proud to officially launch our 2026–2030 Plan: the Six Pillars of Conservation at Hobart Zoo and Aquarium

These pillars form the foundation of everything we do—guiding our commitment to exceptional animal welfare, sustainability, and the conservation of species for future generations. More than a vision, this plan shapes our everyday actions, ensuring we play an active role in protecting wildlife both locally and globally.

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Six Pillars of Conservation

Pillar One

Supporting Ex-Situ Animal Populations

Pillar 1 - Supporting ex-situ animal populations
Pillar Two

Educate and Inspire Positive Change for Wildlife

Pillar 2 - Educate & inspire positive change for wildlife
Pillar Three

Protecting Wild Species and Habitats

Pillar 3 - Protecting wild species and habitats
Pillar Four

Enhancing the Value of Zoos for Nature and Society

Pillar 4 - Enhancing the value of zoos for nature and society
Pillar Five

Sustaining and Caring for Our Local Ecosystems

Pillar 5 - Sustaining and caring for our local ecosystems
Pillar Six

Maintaining Environmental Sustainability

Pillar 6 – Maintaining environmental sustainability

The following Six Pillars of Conservation and United Nations Sustainable Development Goals are embedded in our everyday practices to create measurable meaningful outcomes for wildlife, people and the environment.