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Be dingo-safe! on K'gari this Spring
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It’s an important time for the dingo pups as they learn to hunt and fend for themselves. Always keep your distance to protect yourself and the animals.
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Queensland takes action to fight plastic waste and pollution
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More single-use plastic items are now banned - cotton buds with plastic stems, microbeads, peanut style expanded polystyrene packaging and releasing helium balloons. Read more about expanding the ban.
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Our Reef Our Wonder
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Learn more about how the Queensland Government is committing large-scale funds and working closely with First Nations people, partners, landholders, industries and communities to protect the Great Barrier Reef: Our Reef, Our Wonder.
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Great Sandy Marine Park Zoning Plan Review Outcome
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The review of the zoning plan for the Great Sandy Marine Park has been completed and the outcomes will be included in the final zoning plan.
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New QWildlife koala sightings app now available
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You can now help with koala conservation by reporting koala sightings using the QWildlife app.
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Only buy native wildlife from licensed sellers
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Before you buy native wildlife check to see if you need a licence and only buy from licensed sellers.
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Wetlands of Queensland book
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This richly illustrated publication includes more than 550 full-colour photographs showcasing the variety, beauty and complexity of Queensland’s wetlands. Find out more…
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Queensland threatened species listing
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View a full list of Queensland threatened species by wildlife class and year.
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Public Register Portal
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The Public Register Portal provides improved access to environmental licences and permits information in Queensland.
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On Wednesday morning, our Queensland National Parks Wildlife Officers responded to reports of an unexpected visitor stuck in a sticky situation in north Queensland. 🤔…
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It's almost time for our last long weekend before the holiday season kicks off. 🤯 With beautiful warm weather ahead, it is a great opportunity…
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Are you wanting to get more involved in science and don't know where to start? 🤔 Our latest blog outlines the different ways you can…
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It's #WorldCassowaryDay and we're shining a spotlight on this amazing species. 🔍 The southern cassowary is Australia's heaviest flightless bird, and can grow as tall…
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Have you ever been to our Queensland Herbarium? 💭 You can now take a tour from the comfort of your own home (or office) with…
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Embrace sustainability through recycling. Follow these steps to correctly dispose of your waste. Master the recycling do's and don'ts for eco-friendly living. #downtoearth
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Here are a few of our favourite submissions from World Photography Day! 🍃 Spending time in nature has huge benefits for our mental wellbeing including…
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Looking for a fun way to get the kids out into the garden these school holidays? 🤔 Try setting up a herb garden! 🏡 These…
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⚠️ If you’re visiting K’gari (formerly Fraser Island) learn how to stay safe. ✅ Be vigilant and keep your distance from wongari (dingo) (that means no selfies…
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If you need to access one of our stunning national parks by car, it's important to remain aware of the impact on our environment. Help…
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What a massive achievement! 🎉🎉 The Containers for Change QLD scheme has successfully saved over SEVEN BILLION containers from ending up in landfills. That's a…
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How mesmerising are these images from our Great Barrier Reef? 🤯 Despite their beautiful colours and the many forms they take, sea anemones aren't pretty…
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As of September 1, 2023, releasing helium balloons into the sky is now banned in Queensland. Here are some sustainable alternatives. #downtoearth
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Australians are binning over 10% of the food we buy, and this is a BIG problem not just for our wallets. 🍏💰 Methane released from…
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Starting a veggie patch isn't just a fulfilling hobby - it's also great for the environment! Share your best veggie patch pics below this National…