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Turtle atlas is cause for global shellebration
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New online Marine Turtle Breeding and Migration Atlas shows nesting, courtship, feeding and migration routes of our marine turtles, bringing together decades of Australian and global data.
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New and expanding cropping and horticulture requirements
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From 1 June 2021 new or expanding commercial cropping and horticulture activities in all Reef regions on five hectares or more of land that does not have a cropping history, requires an environmental authority (permit).
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Migration season for our humpback whales has begun
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Remember to follow the simple rules to share the water with these marine animals. Special regulations and restrictions apply.
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Industry Placement Projects
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The department is now seeking applications from students who are interested in an industry placement.
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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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Respecting country: A sustainable waste strategy for First Nation communities
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The Strategy provides a fit-for-purpose approach to delivering tailored waste management solutions for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across Queensland.
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Single-use plastic items ban
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We’re tackling plastic pollution by introducing a ban on a range of single-use plastic items.
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DES COVID-19 response
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Find out more about the department’s response to COVID-19.
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Strategic Visualisation Tool
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Explore our strategic visualisation tool to understand Queensland’s research strengths and capabilities in seven emerging industries…
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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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National Parks Works and Jobs Boost program
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Queensland's national parks have been given an $8.93 million funding boost as part of the Queensland Government’s economic recovery plan.
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2021-06-18T17:55:07.000Z
All graduating Year 12 students have the right to celebrate their end of schooling in a safe and happy environment. We welcome all school leavers...
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2021-06-17T14:05:03.000Z
Keep your distance from wongari (dingo) If you’re planning on visiting K’gari (Fraser Island) these #schoolholidays—whether camping or for a day trip—it’s important for you...
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2021-06-17T12:00:59.000Z
Happy World Croc Day! Can you spot the crocs? 🐊 Did you know you can see both estuarine and freshwater crocodiles at David Fleay Wildlife...
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2021-06-16T16:05:12.000Z
#Queensland has the longest history of marine turtle conservation and management in #Australia commencing in 1932. And today, for World Sea Turtle Day we are...
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2021-06-16T11:01:13.000Z
It’s World Sea Turtle Day! 🐢 Our team, together with Traditional Owner rangers, were recently at Raine Island for the last trip of the 2020–21...
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2021-06-15T10:00:16.000Z
Looking for something a little different these holidays? Take an easy day trip, west of Cairns and discover the secrets of Chillagoe’s chimneys, the imposing...
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2021-06-15T06:55:10.000Z
⚠️ Understanding wongari (dingo) behaviour during Winter ⚠️ Seeing the wongari (dingo) on K’gari (Fraser Island) is a special wildlife experience because you can observe...
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2021-06-14T15:55:03.000Z
Hard to believe we are nearly halfway through another year! Time to shake things up a bit… we have a different type of #guesswho today!...
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2021-06-14T14:21:12.000Z
Imagine this—you’ve packed the camping gear including the kitchen sink and the kids with all their assorted paraphernalia and arrived at your camp site …...
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2021-06-13T15:10:15.000Z
The Schoolies Hub is your schoolies-only area on Surfers Paradise Beach with live DJs nightly and it's FREE to attend. Want in? There's only one way...
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2021-06-11T13:00:14.000Z
There’s nothing more rewarding than a winter sunrise hike. ❄️ Pushing through that urge to stay under the toasty covers is well worth the crisp morning...
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2021-06-08T18:50:08.000Z
Aww it's BEST FRIENDS DAY. Tag your bestie to let them know you think they're ace. #qldschoolies#schoolies2021 #schoolies #schoolies2k21 #schooliesweek #schooliesGC #beachparty #schooliesbeachparty #schoolieshub #bestfriendsday
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2021-06-08T13:00:46.000Z
Happy World Oceans Day! 🌊 There’s nothing quite like the sight of a 40 tonne humpback whale cruising alongside your boat. Or even better, putting...
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2021-06-07T17:50:07.000Z
The beach? Your friends? The sleep ins? Dancing in the Schoolies Hub? What are you looking forward to at this year's Schoolies. #schoolies2021 #schoolies #schoolies2k21...
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2021-06-06T09:00:10.000Z
Happy Queensland Day! Did you know today is Queensland’s birthday? June 6th marks the day in 1859 that we became a separate colony from New...