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Planned burns in national parks
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Rangers conduct planned burns across the state to keep our environment healthy and help protect neighbours and communities from the risk of bushfires. Learn more about their work and what you can do if you…
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National Recycling Week is 11–17 November
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Refresh your recycling habits this National Recycling Week. Remember to keep items loose in the yellow lid bin and make a positive impact—let’s get it sorted!
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Growing and investing in Queensland’s national parks
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Learn about new land acquired for adding or converting to national parks as part of the ongoing expansion of Queensland’s public protected area system.
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New crocodile dangerous animals offences and fines
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To boost public safety new offences and increased fines are now in place to deter people from engaging in dangerous or careless behaviours like feeding, disturbing and interfering with dangerous animals.
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Let’s get our recycling sorted Queensland
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Knowing what items can go in your recycling bin will help make sure we’re recycling as much as we can and recycling correctly.
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Download the Saveful app to help save food, money and time in your kitchen
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Saveful can help you move past the limits of your food’s ‘best before’ and into the possibilities of its ‘best after’.
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Great Barrier Reef gill net fishing phase out
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Gill net fishing in the Great Barrier Reef will be phased out by mid-2027. Read about how it will provide greater protection for the Reef’s threatened, endangered and protected species.
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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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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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Did you know that while most glass materials are recyclable, broken glass should never go in your recycling bin? This is because it poses a…
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What a shot! Check out this amazing photos of The Australiasian Darter (also known as the "snakebird") from local photographer, Neale Maynard. Found in freshwater…
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Have you ever paused to truly appreciate the beauty of the environment around you? We are pretty lucky in Queensland to have stunning terrains, ecosystems…
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How does one dispose of batteries and electronic devices properly? 🤔 Before you toss, remember 👇 1️⃣ Never bin your old batteries or unused electronics…
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🌿 WHO AM I? 🐁 Can you guess the animal we're describing? We'll give you some clues 🔍, and let's see if you can figure…
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Happy Mother's Day! And Happy Hairy-Nosed Day! 🥳 We’re excited to share some wonderful updates about the critically endangered northern hairy-nosed wombats at Powrunna State…
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🐦 Every year, migratory birds embark on a challenging journey along designated routes known as 'flyways', spanning up to 22 countries before reaching their breeding…
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Our Down to Earth blog is packed with practical tips, helpful insights, and expert advice on everything Queensland Environment has to offer! 💚 From learning…
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We've all been there. Don't let your bin-xiety keep you up at night - check your local councils website for bin day. 🧠 🗑️ #QueenslandEnvironment
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Did you know the 'Home of the Manta Ray' is right here in Queensland? 🤯 Lady Elliot Island is a feeding ground throughout the year…
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Do you eat local produce that's in season? 🌞 Eating in-season produce means that you're consuming fruits, veggies, and herbs at the height of their…
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Want to know how wave monitoring works? We break down everything from wave heights to how wave data helps Queenslanders. #downtoearth
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lbr, Queensland koalas are the main character 🐨 And today (Wild Koala Day) is their shining moment! The size, colour and shape of koalas differs…
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Did you know that leafy greens are among the most wasted food items in Australia? 🤯 If you're guilty of buying fruit and veg that…
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Make sure you're looking for the right recycling symbols! ♻️ If you see a recycling symbol accompanied by a number, they're not there to indicate…