About BGANZ
BGANZ is the peak body representing botanic gardens across Australia and New Zealand. With over 150 members, 90+ of which are botanic gardens and arboreta, our vision is to create a future where plants are valued and protected, ensuring a greener, healthier and more resilient world for generations to come.
What makes a botanic garden unique is the fact they hold documented collections of living plants for the purpose of scientific research, conservation, display, and/or education. They play a significant role in safeguarding our flora through science, research and conservation programs and importantly they are the interface between plant conservation and the public. They are responsible for educating and empowering communities in safeguarding our plants. They provide significant benefits to our health and well-being and are vital green spaces of social, cultural and heritage value within communities.
Botanic gardens are increasingly being recognised as the frontline in tackling the biggest challenges facing our future — biodiversity loss, adaptation to a changing climate, food security and pest and disease management.
Operating since 2004, our membership is not limited to botanic gardens but has expanded to allied institutions that share our vision including zoos, councils, cemeteries, nurseries, educational institutions and non-botanic gardens. We envision a future where every community has access to diverse and healthy plant life, where green spaces are cherished and protected, and where sustainable livelihoods are built around the cultivation and preservation of plants.
Our Vision
A future where plants are protected and valued, ensuring a greener, healthier and resilient world for generations to come.
What we do
Our purpose is to unite and strengthen the botanic gardens network, promoting a deeper appreciation for plants and fostering plant conservation to safeguard our natural world. We do this by focusing on five strategic priorities:
Elevate
Develop a strong network offering professional development, resources, best practice standards and inspiring future generations.
Advocate
Be the trusted, unified voice of our members influencing government and industry policies and programs that advance botanic gardens.
Educate
Raise stakeholder awareness of the true value of botanic gardens and their contribution to conservation and a sustainable society.
Celebrate
Showcase member excellence and amplify communication and outreach efforts fostering an inclusive an motivated network.
Activate
Build organisational excellence, strengthen our brand and cultivate diverse partners to enable financial sustainability and growth.
Annual Reports
BGANZ annual reports outline our key impacts demonstrating the breadth of our work. They provide insight into the strength of our network and the significance of our industry.
Thanks to our partners and members who make these achievements possible.
Join BGANZ
Connect. Learn. Grow.
Membership provides exclusive benefits, including unparalleled networking opportunities, access to industry leaders and expertise, valuable resources, and professional development through tailored programs, events, and forums. Members also receive partner discounts and a collective voice advocating for the sector at national and regional levels. We welcome botanic gardens, arboreta, allied industries and passionate individuals.
Join BGANZ today and strengthen your impact.