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Have your say on proposed changes to the Great Sandy Marine Park Zoning Plan
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The department is seeking feedback on proposed changes to the zoning and management arrangements in the Great Sandy Marine Park. Read more and provide feedback by Sunday 23 October 2022.
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Queensland Threatened Species Recovery grants
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Applications for Round 7: Queensland Threatened Species Recovery of the Community Sustainability Actions grants are open until 6 October 2022.
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Budget highlights 2022–23
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View our new digital story for an easy to digest view of DES funding for the coming year.
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Together with our partners and the community, we’re working to create a vibrant natural environment. Show your support for some of Queensland’s most important environmental initiatives by making a donation.
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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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New Indigenous Land and Sea ranger positions
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Congratulations to 13 Queensland communities who will receive funding for new Indigenous Land and Sea rangers to care for Country.
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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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Check out our articles for the exciting range of experiences that await you in Queensland National Parks. Whether you’re a family, a couple or a bunch of mates, you’ll find something to inspire you to think outside and start exploring our parks and forests!
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2022-09-30T09:04:32.000Z
🎵 STOP! POLLINATE AND GLISTEN! 🎵 🧊🧊👶 It’s the last day of biodiversity month, and it wouldn’t be right if we didn’t highlight the small...
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2022-09-28T09:04:24.000Z
What Am I Wednesday!? 🤔 Here’s a hint: I’m often heard, but rarely seen… 🔎🐦 📷: @jne_wildlife #bird #birdistheword #QldParks #nature #QueenslandEnvironment
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2022-09-27T13:05:18.000Z
Today, we are shining a spotlight on some excellent conservation work happening in Queensland. 🐢 At Mon Repos Turtle Centre, First Nations groups, community groups,...
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2022-09-26T14:04:29.000Z
The Glass House Mountains Ranger team recently joined forces with #QFES and park neighbours to co-ordinate a planned burn within the Mount Ngungun section of...
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2022-09-23T09:04:26.000Z
Look closely! 🕵️ What can you see? 🤔 Let us know 📷 © Greg Watson Photography #QldParks #QueenslandEnvironment
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2022-09-21T09:04:32.000Z
Cassowaries must be one of the coolest birds out there—as tall as a person, with a helmet on its head, a vivid blue and purple...
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2022-09-20T09:04:32.000Z
Did you know 30% of Queensland’s native plants can’t be found anywhere else in the world!? 🌱🌸🍃 September is biodiversity month (and the start of...
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2022-09-19T09:04:30.000Z
Twenty-seven years as a QPWS Ranger started for Ranger Tony after completing an Associate Diploma in Applied Science (Forestry). His first job was as a...
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2022-09-13T09:04:33.000Z
#Sorrynotsorry to bug you about this … Our national parks and bugs have a mutual love for each other 🥰 —but they and we don’t...
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2022-09-12T09:04:32.000Z
We C a trend here, with Corinna working in Cairns with crocodiles and cassowaries. ‘My Wildlife Officer role manages wildlife responses, with the big 3...
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2022-09-07T14:00:23.000Z
Despite these ancient mariners of the sea existing since the age of the dinosaurs, right now green turtles (Chelonia mydas) are listed as a threatened...
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2022-09-06T09:04:30.000Z
Looking for ideas on how to entertain the kids these school holidays? We’ve got you covered! David Fleay Wildlife Park on the @DestinationGoldCoast and Walkabout...
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2022-09-05T09:04:26.000Z
Rodney just found out how many species call Queensland parks and forests home … 🤯 We’ll give him some time to let it sink in...
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2022-09-02T09:04:26.000Z
With Father’s Day this weekend can we suggest you ditch the socks and ties (who needs ‘em anyway?) and treat Dad to something much better...
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2022-09-01T10:02:33.000Z
BOOKINGS ARE NOW OPEN for this season of Turtle Encounter tours at Mon Repos Conservation Park! ⏰🎉 Here’s the inside scoop from our #QldParkRangers to...