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Be cautious of crocs and snakes in flood waters
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Heavy rain in parts of the state means crocodiles and snakes could turn up unexpectedly in flooded areas.
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Seasonal closure of Taylor Cay to protect nesting seabirds
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A closure period from 10 January to 31 March 2023 will apply to the Taylor Cay on Taylor Reef seasonal closure area in the Great Barrier Reef to protect roosting and nesting seabirds.
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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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Queensland First Nations World Heritage Strategy
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The Queensland First Nations World Heritage Strategy was co-designed and developed with First Nations people and seeks to centre Country and people across all aspects of World Heritage.
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Four Cape York Peninsula national parks handed back to Traditional Owners
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An historic agreement secures the return of Daintree, Ngalba Bulal, Black Mountain and Hope Islands National Parks to the Eastern Kuku Yalanji peoples.
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Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre open 9am – 4.15pm, seven days a week
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Our wildlife and Park Rangers look forward to welcoming you to the park. As part of our COVID-safe plan, we have implemented some changes—please ensure you review all information before you visit.
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David Fleay Wildlife Park open 9am – 4pm, seven days a week
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Our wildlife and Park Rangers look forward to welcoming you to the park. As part of our COVID-safe plan, we have implemented some changes—please ensure you review all information before you visit.
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'Think outside' and get active in Queensland National Parks
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Queensland National Parks are full of unforgettable moments—whether you’re camping, exercising or simply reconnecting with nature, there’s an outdoor experience for everyone! So ‘Think outside’ and find your next adventure now!
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2023-03-23T08:17:03.000Z
How sand-sational is the landscape at Carlo Sandblow at the Cooloola sandmass near Rainbow Beach?! There's a walk there in the Great Sandy National Park…
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2023-03-22T09:05:07.000Z
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2023-03-21T15:21:20.000Z
Yeah, nah. There are none. Take ease among the trees this #InternationalDayOfTheForests 🌲💚 and thank them because forests give us so much that benefits our…
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2023-03-21T08:26:03.000Z
Downsides to spending time in forests: Yeah, nah. There's none. Take ease among the trees this #InternationalDayOfTheForests 🌲 and thank them because forests give…
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2023-03-20T09:07:13.000Z
🔉sound on🔉 Croak.....waaark waaaark....pirrr pirrr.....pip....tink tink tink! 🎵 Have you heard any of these sounds while out and about on #QldParks? Did you know that every frog…
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2023-03-20T09:07:01.000Z
It's not easy being green..... As Kermit would say. 🎶🐸 While some frog species are well-known and widespread, adapting to changing habitats and happy to…
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2023-03-17T09:05:10.000Z
Somewhere over the rainbow... 🌈 about 110km or 2hrs drive south of #Brisbane is Lamington National Park! 🏞️ Lush rainforests, ancient trees, spectacular views, extensive walking…
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2023-03-16T08:57:08.000Z
We are #StrongerTogether and the latest collaboration at Tregole National Park totally encapsulates this. 🖤💛❤️ Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) worked collaboratively with…
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2023-03-16T08:54:12.000Z
We are #StrongerTogether and the latest collaboration at Tregole National Park totally encapsulates this. 🖤💛❤️ Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) worked collaboratively with Gunggari Traditional…