BGANZ
BGANZ is the peak body representing botanic gardens across Australia and New Zealand. With over 160 members, 90+ of which are botanic gardens and arboreta, we aim to create a future where plants are valued and protected, ensuring a greener, healthier and more resilient world for generations to come.
Operating since 2004, our membership is not limited to botanic gardens, but has expanded to allied institutions who share our vision including zoos, councils, cemeteries, nurseries, educational institutions and non-botanic gardens.
Our purpose is to unite and strengthen this network, promoting a deeper appreciation for plants and fostering plant conservation through education, science and research to safeguard our natural world. We do this by:
- Advocating: influencing government and industry policies and programs that advance botanic gardens
- Elevating: developing a strong network, offering professional development, training, resources for best practice, and inspiration for future generations
- Educating: raise stakeholder and community awareness of the true value of botanic gardens and their contribution to conservation and a sustainable society
- Celebrating: showcasing member excellence and amplifying communication and outreach efforts
- Activating: building organisational excellence, strengthening our brand and cultivating diverse partnerships
Header photo credit: Glenn Smith
We acknowledge Australia's First Nations peoples as the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia. We recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We respectfully acknowledge the role that First Nations people continue to play in shaping Australia's democracy. We also acknowledge the Ngunnawal, Ngunawal and Ngambri peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the region in which The Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House is located.