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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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Mon Repos Turtle Encounter tour bookings open 1 September 2021
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Get in quickly to secure your night-time Turtle Encounters tour booking. Turtle tour season operates nightly from November to late March. Your ticket also includes access to the Turtle Centre and Turtle Tales.
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In the words of @mid_nomads, how about an ‘expedition through Expedition’? This park isn’t called Expedition National Park for nothing. Only recommended for the self-sufficient...
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2021-11-23T10:02:24.000Z
Park Ranger Collette has spent a lot of time in the ocean. From snorkelling as a kid, to becoming a dive instructor and then working...
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Raise your hand (…or flipper) if you wish it was the weekend again? We’re featuring the picturesque islands and rugged ranges of @gladstoneregion this week—and...
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2021-11-22T10:00:11.000Z
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2021-11-19T11:47:22.000Z
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2021-11-19T11:29:10.000Z
Swipe right to travel back in time at Fort Lytton National Park. Fort Lytton is one of several coastal fortifications built along Australia's coast in...
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2021-11-18T12:02:34.000Z
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2021-11-18T09:01:39.000Z
Mojo and Madonna, the two resident saltwater crocodiles at David Fleay Wildlife Park, have headed to Australia Zoo for a holiday while their enclosure receives...
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Where am I Wednesday? 🤷 A visit here isn’t complete without seeing the agile wallabies feeding on the beach. Thanks to @_markfitz for this beautiful...