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World Heritage Convention 50th anniversary
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On 16 November 2022, the World Heritage Convention marks its 50th anniversary. Queensland has five World Heritage areas – more than any other state or territory in Australia.
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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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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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Be inspired
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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2022-11-14T09:05:09.000Z
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2022-11-10T09:07:09.000Z
In an age when the majority of our lives are spent on these: 📱💻 Make sure you take some time out for these: 🌳⛰️ There's...
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2022-11-09T15:22:38.000Z
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2022-11-04T09:29:10.000Z
This is a place where the ancestors of our native animals today lay preserved in rock for you to see. Fossi-bly the best excuse for a...
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2022-11-03T09:05:13.000Z
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2022-11-02T09:05:07.000Z
Without a doubt, #QldParks offer some of the best off-roading locations in the world and we want you to be able to enjoy these areas...
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2022-11-01T13:05:11.000Z
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2022-11-01T09:05:10.000Z
Well, well, well, what do we have here? 🕵️ No really, what do you reckon these 5 outstanding places have in common?🤔 📸 Image 1-4© Queensland...
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2022-10-31T13:05:08.000Z
🔥 Closed areas for planned burns 🔥 Rangers report that some visitors have been entering areas closed for planned burning work and we all know this...