Celebrate our
50th anniversary

ASZK proudly celebrates its 50th year in 2026 as an association dedicated to improving professional zookeeping practices in the Australasian region. As such we want to ensure this achievement is celebrated and recognised for the important work it has undertaken for zookeepers both in our region as well as contributing to international standards.

 

A group of eight zoo keepers from Adelaide Zoo first formed the Australasian Society of Zoo Keeping (ASZK) in 1976. It was originally called the Australasian Society of Animal Management, which was changed to the Australasian Society of Zoo Keepers in 1980, and finally renamed the Australasian Society of Zoo Keeping in 1991.

 

This page will feature some highlights of this journey.