Key Information
Date: Saturday 8 November 2025
Time: 5:30pm – 11:30pm
Location: Taronga Zoo, Sydney
About the event
During this magical evening, you will go on an immersive journey through the grounds of Taronga, come eye to eye with animals over cocktails and canapés and meet Taronga’s team of experts in conservation and science. An exceptional three-course dinner will be served in the spectacular Zoofari Gala Marquee with views directly over Sydney's Harbour and skyline.
Join us for an absolutely unforgettable night of bespoke experiences in one of Sydney's most spectacular locations, all whilst raising vital funds for wildlife and conservation for an unforgettable night, that will also include an opportunity to bid on money-can't-buy experiences and prizes including overseas travel and visits to our conservation programs as well as a chance to win a stunning piece of jewellery all while supporting conservation.
Zoofari’s History
Zoofari Gala is Taronga’s major annual fundraiser. Over the past 20 plus years, this spectacular event has raised over $8,000,000 to ensure Taronga can continue to save wildlife through expertise in science, wildlife conservation, education and inspiring people to connect with wildlife.
This year, Zoofari Gala will showcase Taronga's dedication to ensuring the success of Australia's unique native species. Taronga is working to rewild these vital species back to their homes.
Watch the highlights from 2024 Zoofari Gala
Your support is needed now more than ever with our wildlife facing impacts to their natural environment at every turn.
At no time has it been more important to ensure the success of Australia's unique native species. Taronga is working to rewild these vital species back to their homes and fundraising during Zoofari 2025 will support this important work.
Taronga's 2024 Zoofari Gala raised vital funds to continue its commitment to the conservation of one of the world's most unique animals, Australia's platypus.
The Committee
Zoofari Gala raises vital funds for Taronga to save native wildlife and lead modern conservation projects to secure their future.
Members
Anthony Whitehouse- Chair, Ali Smyth, Sonia Karoll, Tim Johnston, Deb Coffey, Taylor Stewart, Rebecca Khoury, Jordan Askill, Bridgette Collis, Denise Gurr, John McAvoy
Anthony Whitehouse
Anthony Whitehouse
A committee member for 12 years, I’m excited to be this year’s chair of the 2025 Zoofari Gala. The gala ensures that Taronga continues to invest in conservation, education and wildlife advocacy all whilst having an amazing evening of eating, drinking and dancing!
Anthony Kelaher
Anthony Kelaher
With 25 years of PR expertise spanning three global cities, Ant's passion for Australian nature deepened during his time abroad. Now home in Sydney, he's driving awareness for Taronga Zoo's impactful wildlife conservation efforts.
Ali Smyth
Ali Smyth
Ali Smyth is a respected communications leader and cultural strategist with 20 years of experience across media, music, fashion, events, hospitality, and the arts. In 2014, she founded Electric Collective - a creative communications agency that reflects her deep love of fashion, culture, lifestyle, people and ideas. Ali has built a career around instinct, generosity and integrity, earning a reputation as the outsiders’ insider - someone who creates space for both legacy brands and brave new thinkers to connect with culture in meaningful ways.
Sonia Karoll
Sonia Karoll
I am a proud long-serving Zoofari Gala committee member. The gala is a place where conservation meets fun. Taronga is more than a zoo, it also is a leader in conservation and sustainability.
Denise Gurr
Denise Gurr
I joined Taronga Zoo as a Guest Services Volunteer 12 years ago and have a background in Travel and Tourism. I'm doing my little bit to help raise funds for Taronga's incredible conservation efforts.