#$%^&*AU2013202199A120140515.pdf#####An in-ground shrouded sprinkler assembly (1) wherein: - a sprinkler assembly (4) which includes an upright riser (6) on which a sprinkler head (5) is mounted； - a shroud (2) which includes one or more walls (3) with an opening at the top thereof, wherein the wall(s) substantially surround a sprinkler assembly (4), but wherein said wall(s) do not surround said sprinkler head (5) in a manner which will, in use, interfere with delivery of liquid via sprinkler head (5)； and wherein - the shroud (2) is configured to include: - an above ground portion (A)； and - a below ground engaging portion (B)； wherein the shroud (2) also includes an animal guard (17) which covers the opening and protects the sprinkler assembly (4).Figure 1 5 1 A A' B' 1/4
