Corporate Functions
Corporate Functions at Perth Zoo · South Perth
Elevate your function to new heights by choosing The Maali as your conference venue in Perth
The Maali sits within the grounds of Perth Zoo in South Perth, with four naturally lit function rooms for conferences, seminars, product launches, and team building. It is a setting that breaks the cycle of generic hotel ballrooms and sterile boardrooms. One your attendees will actually remember.
Our chefs build menus around locally sourced, sustainable produce, from working breakfasts through to formal dinners and cocktail events. Everything is tailored to your brief.
Conference ROOMS Perth
Four function rooms, one extraordinary setting
Each room is naturally lit, climate controlled and set up with built-in audiovisual equipment. From boardroom-style meetings for 15 to cocktail events for 500, there is a space that fits. Our events team will help you find the right configuration for your group.
Kwenda & Mandich Meeting Room
Immerse yourself in the refined ambience of Kwenda & Mandich meeting room at The Maali in South Perth.
Tamar Room
Step into sophistication with the Tamar Room at The Maali, South Perth.
Karak Room
Immerse yourself in the sophisticated allure of the Karak Room at The Maali, South Perth.
The Maali
Indulge in unforgettable moments at The Maali in South Perth, where versatility meets sophistication.
Located in the heart of South Perth
Close enough to the CBD to be convenient. Different enough to shift the energy of the day. The Maali is accessible by bus, rideshare, and taxi, with parking directly across the road at Richardson Reserve Car Park.
Purpose-built for productive events
Conference rooms for focus and flexibility
Every room comes equipped with built-in AV, climate control, and configurable layouts. If you need theatre style for 200 or a workshop setup for 30, the spaces adapt to the format. Our events team handles the setup so your team can focus on the day.
Why it works
A unique venue that changes the tone before the day even begins
Most conference venues look the same. The Maali is set within Perth Zoo, surrounded by native gardens and natural light, which creates a different atmosphere for strategic planning days, team building, and off-site events. The setting does some of the work for you.
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Your frequently asked & answered questions
What types of corporate functions can I host at The Maali?
The Maali suits a wide range of corporate events including conferences, seminars, workshops, team building days, product launches, networking events, working breakfasts and formal dinners. Spaces range from meeting rooms for 15 up to the full venue for 500 guests cocktail style.
What makes The Maali one of the best conference venues in Perth?
The combination of setting and service. The venue sits within Perth Zoo in South Perth, offering a different environment to hotel conference rooms. All spaces are naturally lit with built-in AV, and a dedicated events coordinator manages the day so you do not have to.
Are there meeting rooms available at The Maali?
Yes. The Maali has four function rooms available for hire individually or in combination: the Kwenda and Mandich Meeting Room, the Tamar Room, the Karak Room, and the main Maali space. Each can be configured to suit your meeting format and numbers.
Can The Maali accommodate team building activities in Perth?
Yes, and the location makes it well suited to this. Perth Zoo offers a range of team experiences that can be incorporated into your event day, including zoo encounters and guided experiences. Our team can help coordinate these alongside your function booking.
What audiovisual equipment is available in your conference rooms?
All conference rooms include built-in projectors, screens, sound systems, and Wi-Fi. Additional equipment can be arranged on request. Full day and half day conference packages include AV as standard.
Do you offer catering for corporate events at The Maali?
Yes. Catering is provided by Restaurant Associates, the on-site team at Perth Zoo. Menus are built around seasonal, locally sourced produce with a strong sustainability focus, including ingredients from the WWF Future 50 Foods program and RSPCA certified chicken. Options range from working breakfasts and conference packages through to formal plated dinners and cocktail events.