The next chapter for the Australian Journal of Zoology

Zoological research underpins and informs challenges, such as threats to biodiversity and ecosystem functioning, that represent local, national and global issues. Whether chronicling patterns in long term monitoring data, or presenting descriptions of novel species, the diversity and scale of zoological research unites a community of people who share an active interest in the natural world, and especially the >1.5 million animal species that inhabit it. Within this community and having recently surpassed its 70th anniversary, the Australian Journal of Zoology has long contributed to advancing the scientific study of animals, against an ever-pressing need for knowledge that will support and safeguard biodiversity. In this editorial, as the new co-Editors-in-Chief of the journal, we are excited to present updates on the editorial team and journal scope, along with our vision for several future directions that will build capacity and community engagement.