2008 - 2009 Annual Report - Zoos South Australia

CONTENTSYear In ReviewPresident and CEO’s ReportConservation ProgramsAssets and InfrastructureConservation EducationThe AnimalsLiving collectionsThreatened SpeciesOperationsCommunications and PartnershipsVisitor ExperiencesHuman ResourcesFinancial ReportFinalsStaff - Surname and InitialPublicationsNational and InternationalPresentationsConservation Ark Membership ofExternal CommitteesLife Member ListMembership BrochureAnimal Adoption BrochureAcknowledgementsFinancial StatementsAnimal Adoption BrochureZooAnimal AdoptionGo Wild, un-collar an animal!Dear Animal Foster Parent,Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Zoo between them, care forapproximately 3,000 animals, many of these are listed as criticallyendangered, endangered, threatened or vulnerable.To support their conservation and breeding programs, wedesperately need supporters to ensure we keep providing thebest possible care for our wildlife through the FutureZoo Foundation.What is animal adoption?Animal adoption means you choose an animal from the list (oradd your favourite animal in the space provided). Your donationgoes toward the keeping, protecting and in some cases, providingbreeding programs for our animals. Some of the expenses we needto cover are feed costs, vet bills, education, maintenance, animalrehabilitation programs and developing better environments forour diverse wildlife.What do you get in return?Now here is the fun part! Choose your favourite animal andadoption level (please indicate by ticking the relevant boxes).If you choose either level 2 or 3, we will send you an animal collarthat fits your wild animal. Imagine the collar size if you choosea hippo, or a cute meerkat (collars are widely used for trackinganimals for conservation and research purposes). All supportersreceive an adoption certificate, copies of “Zoo Times”, andacknowledgement in the Zoo. All adoptions are for one year andare tax deductible.Who should adopt an animal?Everyone! Animal adoption makes a brilliant gift for;Corporate clients, Christenings, Christmas, Birthdays,Thank you gifts, or a gift for the person who has everything, excepta sumatran tiger collar.Listed on the next page are some of the animals waiting foradoption. You may like to visit the Adelaide Zoo or Monarto Zooto choose your favourite animal.Thank you for your support.Chris WestChief Executive OfficerAdopt Our wildlife needs youan animalAdelaide Zoo, Frome Rd, Adelaide, South Australia 5000. Telephone: 08 8267 3255 www.adelaidezoo.com.auMonarto Zoo, Princes Highway, Monarto, South Australia 5254. Telephone 08 8534 4100 www.monartozp.com.auAdelaide ZooMonarto ZooMalayan TapirMeerkatGolden Lion Tamarin White RhinocerosSumatran TigerBilbyKoalaCheetahScarlet MacawOryxOrangutanPainted DogRed PandaElandNile Hippopotamus Przewalski’s HorseChimpanzeeGiraffeAnacondaChapman’s ZebraAruba Island Rattle Snake Other _______________Other_________________ You may choose animals not on this listAdoption Levels and Rewardslevel 1 level 2 level 3LEVEL 1LEVEL 2LEVEL 3$50.00 to $165.00(You decide the amount you wish to give)• Adoption Certificate• Recognition on one of the official multiplesupporters boards• 20% discount voucher to visit your new animal friend• Your own copies of the Zoo’s publication “Zoo Times”• Car sticker$166.00 to $550.00(You decide the amount you wish to give)• Adoption Certificate• A collar for your adopted animal to show your friends• Recognition on one of the official multiplesupporters boards• 50% discount voucher to visit your new animal friend• Your own copies of the Zoo’s publication “Zoo Times”• Car sticker$551.00 to $2,200.00(You decide the amount you wish to give)• Adoption Certificate• A collar for your adopted animal to show your friends• Recognition on one of the official multiplesupporters boards• Your own copies of the Zoo’s publication “Zoo Times”• A beautiful photo of your animal• An information sheet on your animal• Opportunities for you and your family to visit youradopted animal free of charge• A personal invitation for a talk with a Zoo Keeper,at a time that is convenient with them• Car sticker(GST applies for corporate sponsorship. A Tax invoice will be issued.)Zoo Animal Adoption ADELAIDEDelivery Address:1 Frome RoadSA 5000COLOUR (CMYK)ApplicationFormName MR/ MRS/ MS/ MISS/ DR____________________________Address____________________________________________________________________________________ Postcode _______________Telephone________________________Email _____________________________________________________Person to contact __________________________________________Animals to be adopted __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Name of person or organisation to appear on the adoptionsupporters board: __________________________________________If you wish, you may adopt more than one animal.The Royal Zoological Society of South Australia Inc requiresyour personal information in order to provide you with informationabout animal adoption. If you fail to provide all of the informationrequested, we may be unable to provide you with the benefits ofanimal adoption.We may disclose the personal information collected to organisationswhose aims and objectives are consistent with those of the Society.However, if you prefer that we do not disclose your personalinformation to other organisations, please tick this box.Please note that you are able to access personal information held byus by making an application in writing.Thank you for your life support for animals!“The Aim of the Society is toassist the conservation of the naturaldiversity of life on Earth.”The Royal Zoological Society of South Australiawhich administers Adelaide and Monarto Zoos,are actively involved in conservation, research andeducation programes.The Society is the oldest conservation group inSouth Australia.By adopting an animal you are supporting theSociety in this important work. All subscriptionsgo towards the conservation of animals.COLOUR (CMYK)Royal Zoological Society of South Australia IncorporatedFrome Road, Adelaide, South Australia 5000Telephone: (08) 8267 3255 COLOUR reverseFacsimile: (08) 8239 0637GiftAdoptionIf you are purchasing this as a gift, please include yourdetails in the form below:Name_____________________________________________________Address____________________________________________________________________________________ Postcode _______________Telephone________________________Renewal to be sent to:Me FriendAdoption details to be sent to:Me FriendI would like more information on Bequests.I would like more information on the Future Zoo Foundationdonation appeal.Find enclosed my cheque for $________________________Charge $________________to my credit card (details below)Bankcard Mastercard VisaCardholder:________________________________________________Card number:______________________________________________Expiry date:______/_______Signature: _______________________________________________(*Cheques to be made payable to: Royal Zoological Society of SA Inc.)Automatic Renewal OptionPlease renew my membership each year by deducting theannual membership fee from credit card account (details above)until I notify you otherwise.Please complete this Zoo animal adoption form and returnto Adelaide Zoo, Frome Road, Adelaide SA 5000.Telephone us on 08 8267 3255 with any enquiries.ZooAnimal AdoptionPhotos by David MattnerAdopt www.adelaidezoo.com.au an animal, our www.monartozp.com.auwildlife needs you.COLOUR (CMYK)MONOMONOMONOBrochures - 1 of 1