Zoos SA welcomes the announcement of a significant expansion to the Warrenben Conservation Park on Yorke Peninsula — a move that bolsters critical habitat for native species and strengthens the reach of the Marna Banggara project.
The addition of nearly 1000 hectares of ecologically important land, gifted by Villawood Properties as part of a conservation offset program, will see the park grow to more than 5,000 hectares. Located on Narungga Country, this region supports rare and endangered species including the malleefowl, Goldsack’s leek-orchid and the elusive mallee whipbird.
Zoos SA is a proud partner in the Marna Banggara project — a bold initiative reintroducing locally extinct species to Yorke Peninsula in collaboration with the Northern and Yorke Landscape Board, the Department for Environment and Water, and Traditional Custodians.
This expansion provides vital habitat for species involved in the project and is a step forward in building a healthier, more resilient landscape. It aligns with national biodiversity goals and demonstrates the power of partnerships between conservation, community, and industry.
“Landscapes like Warrenben are at the heart of Marna Banggara’s vision — helping restore what was lost, and protecting what we still have,” said Mark Smith, Conservation Manager Zoos SA. “This expansion boosts habitat connectivity and offers new hope for endangered native species.”
This addition is part of a broader push to protect 30% of Australia’s land and seas by 2030, supporting future generations of wildlife and South Australians alike.
