$500,000 to safeguard threatened species
Issued: 7 Dec 2023
In a significant move towards preserving Queensland’s rich biodiversity, up to $500,000 in grant funding is available for projects that contribute to the protection and recovery of threatened flora and fauna species.
Dr Manda Page said the Department of Environment and Science is making available grants of between $50,000 and $100,000 as part of the Threatened Species Program.
“The Threatened Species Recovery Action Grant program will fund projects that make a real difference to conserving our threatened species,” Dr Page said.
“The Queensland Government is dedicated to the protection of threatened species across the state, and encourages those who want to develop large and impactful projects to apply.
“The program empowers people and organisations to develop tangible and effective programs to protect Queensland’s unique flora and fauna.
“We are looking forward to applications from tertiary institutions, not-for-profit organisations, charities, indigenous corporations, Natural Resource Management bodies and incorporated associations.
“With the escalating challenges faced by numerous species in Queensland, these grants help to recover and protect our most imperilled species for generations to come”.
“Applicants will need to demonstrate that their proposal is supported by a Recovery Plan, Conservation Advice or Threat Abatement Plan.
“The funding will lead to on-ground action that will help protect threatened species and align with the Queensland Government’s Threatened Species Program 2020-2040.”
Projects should help:
- Mitigate impacts on threatened species and habitats
- Reduce threats to threatened species
- Restore and connect threatened species’ habitats
- Recover populations of threatened species
Dr Page said the funding of up to $500,000 is a significant commitment to the conservation of Queensland’s unique and precious animals and plants.
“These grants are part of the Queensland Government's investment of $14.7 million over four years to help save the state’s threatened species,” she said.
“Preserving and enhancing the natural habitats of threatened species, and mitigating the risks they face is crucial for their survival in the wild.
“We know there are passionate and knowledgeable people and organisations who are dedicated to supporting threatened species recovery programs.
“They understand the challenges faced by threatened species, and this funding will contribute to evidence-based, on-ground conservation strategies.”
Queensland’s rich biodiversity is home to:
- 85 per cent of Australia’s mammals
- 72 per cent of native birds
- more than 50 per cent of native reptiles and frogs
- There are currently 1026 species (243 animals and 783 plants) listed as threatened
View the Threatened Species Listing report.
For more information on the grants, please visit: Threatened species research grants.