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Be cautious of crocs and snakes in flood waters Featured

Heavy rain in parts of the state means crocodiles and snakes could turn up unexpectedly in flooded areas.

Only buy native wildlife from licensed sellers Featured

Before you buy native wildlife check to see if you need a licence and only buy from licensed sellers.

Have your say on the expansion of the container refund scheme Featured

We want to know what you think about expanding the container refund scheme to include additional containers that would be eligible for a refund.

Queensland First Nations World Heritage Strategy Featured

The Queensland First Nations World Heritage Strategy was co-designed and developed with First Nations people and seeks to centre Country and people across all aspects of World Heritage.

Proposed Surat Basin Carbon Capture and Storage Project Featured

The environmental impact statement for Queensland’s first proposed carbon capture and storage demonstration project has been released for public comment.

Public notices and consultations Featured

View the department's official listing of all public notices and consultations. This information is now published online, rather than in print, in line with new requirements for Queensland Government agencies.

Queensland Science2023-01-26T06:33:02.000Z

The field of biomedical science is constantly evolving. 🔬 In particular, advances in prosthetics and orthotics in the past decade have provided the opportunity to...

Queensland National Parks2023-01-25T09:05:03.000Z

Make life epic and explore #QldParks! 🌊🌴 'Wish I could walk down these steps to the beach every day.' @saltyhippiie Nudey Beach track is a...

Queensland Science2023-01-25T06:33:00.000Z

Rogue waves, known as "extreme storm waves" are greater than twice the size of surrounding waves. 🌊 They're unpredictable, and often come from unexpected directions...

Queensland Science2023-01-24T06:33:00.000Z

Did you know you can get involved in citizen science projects from the comfort of your back porch or balcony? 🐦 'Birds in Backyards' is...

Queensland National Parks2023-01-23T09:07:02.000Z

PINs for protection—of our parks and for your safety. Safety of visitors and staff in our #QldParks and forests is our number 1 priority. Our...

Queensland Science2023-01-20T06:33:00.000Z

Shoutout to all the wonderful volunteers who participated in the Cooloola 2022 BioBlitz hosted by Cooloola Coastcare Association Inc ! 👏 With the help of...

Queensland Science2023-01-18T06:33:02.000Z

The head and associated body of a 100-million-year-old long-necked marine reptile has been excavated by Queensland scientists from the Queensland Museum Network in what...

Queensland Science2023-01-17T06:33:02.000Z

Want to do your part against climate change? 💪 ClimateWatch is a project developed by Earthwatch Australia, Bureau of Meteorology and the The University of...

Experience Outback Queensland, Australia2023-01-14T17:56:41.000Z

Did you know Adavale is the gateway to not one but three incredible National Parks? Adavale is located approximately 100km north of Quilpie. From there...

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The Department of Environment and Science acknowledges Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the Traditional Owners and custodians of the land. We recognise their connection to land, sea and community, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

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