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Newsletter
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5 citizen science projects that help the Great Barrier Reef
Discover how you can contribute to protecting the Great Barrier Reef through citizen science projects.
- Issued14 March 2024
- Read time7 min read
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Protecting our dugongs of the Great Barrier Reef
The gentle dugong is crucial to maintaining balance in the Great Barrier Reef. Learn about the threats they are facing and our protective efforts.
- Issued27 February 2024
- Read time7 min read
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Fundraising with Containers
Turn small change into BIG impact! Raise funds for your cause with every 10c container returned through Containers for Change.
- Issued22 February 2024
- Read time9 min read
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Meet Queensland’s most dangerous animals
Queensland is Australia's most biodiverse state. In amongst the koalas and kangaroos are some of nature’s deadliest animals. Learn more about them.
- Issued13 February 2024
- Read time14 minutes read
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10 environmentally friendly new year’s resolutions for 2024
Kick off your 2024 with a resolution that reduces your environmental footprint! Discover effortless ways to embrace a more sustainable lifestyle.
- Issued9 January 2024
- Read time8 min read
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Top tips for a sustainable Christmas
Summer is a time for festivities, but it unfortunately can leave behind a trail of waste. Here are some ways you can celebrate sustainably.
- Issued20 December 2023
- Read time9 min read
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4 simple steps for a safe summer
Summer is here and it’s set to be a scorcher. Keep these precautions in mind during hot weather events to keep safe.
- Issued14 December 2023
- Read time8 min read
Queensland Environment38 minutes ago
Do you know where this iconic Queensland location is? 🤔 We'll give you a hint, it is one of our many protected heritage sites! 🔍…
Queensland Environment13 hours ago
Picture this: you're taking a stroll down your street with a cup of coffee in hand. You spot a wild koala up a tree. What…
Queensland Environment2 days ago
It's almost time for a long weekend 🤯 It is a great opportunity to enjoy Queensland's brilliant environment. Getting outside into nature is an opportunity…
Queensland Environment3 days ago
Toss those hard plastics into the yellow lid bin ⛹️ When recycled they can be turned into new items like garden furniture, piping, and decking…
Queensland Environment3 days ago
Get ready, Queensland, the whales are coming! 🐋 It's time for the annual whale migration up the East Coast of Queensland. For their safety and…
Queensland Environment4 days ago
🐾 About to explore K’gari? Time to brush up on your dingo do’s and don’ts 😉 Being dingo-safe means: never feed dingoes, never be alone,…
Queensland Environment5 days ago
If you were an animal, what would you be? 🐨 Are you more like the: ➡ Dugong, with a knack for remembering every little detail and…
Queensland Environment6 days ago
Did you know that excessive artificial light at night affects our wildlife? 🌃🐾 Many of our nocturnal species have adapted to use darkness for important…
Queensland Environment7 days ago
Not all of us have a backyard, but that doesn't mean we can't live the veggie patch dream! 🥬 There are a few veggies (and…
Queensland Environment8 days ago
Quick! We need your help 🫵 Our leftovers are just about to go bad. ⏳ Bread, meat and bags of salad are Australia's most wasted…
@QldEnvironment18 days ago
QPWS will be conducting planned burns within the Cooloola Recreation Area from Tues 16 April.Smoke may be seen at Teewah Village, Teewah Beach Camping Area,…
@QldEnvironment19 days ago
QPWS & Butchulla Aboriginal Corporation rangers will be conducting planned burns within the K’gari section of the Great Sandy NP near Figtree Creek between 14…
Down to Earth blog2 months ago
Discover how you can contribute to protecting the Great Barrier Reef through citizen science projects. Get involved and make a difference today. #downtoearth
@QldEnvironment2 months ago
QPWS will conduct a planned burn within the Bunya Mountains National Park, starting today. Smoke may be seen in the nearby area as a result…
@QldEnvironment2 months ago
QPWS will conduct planned burn operations within the Mount Mee section of D’Aguilar National Park over the coming days.As a result, smoke may be seen…