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Be dingo-safe! on K'gari this Spring
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It’s an important time for the dingo pups as they learn to hunt and fend for themselves. Always keep your distance to protect yourself and the animals.
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DES Annual Report 2022–2023
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The report highlights the department’s key initiatives and achievements for 2022–2023 including its financial and non-financial performance.
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Grant applications open for new Gondwana First Nations ecotourism experiences
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Up to $275,000 is available to support First Nations cultural tourism within the Gondwana Rainforests World Heritage Area. Read more and apply by 9 October 2023.
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Queensland takes action to fight plastic waste and pollution
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More single-use plastic items are now banned - cotton buds with plastic stems, microbeads, peanut style expanded polystyrene packaging and releasing helium balloons. Read more about expanding the ban.
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Commemorating the 160th anniversary of the arrival of Australian South Sea Islanders to Queensland
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Explore the history of Australian South Sea Islanders.
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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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Great Sandy Marine Park Zoning Plan Review Outcome
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The review of the zoning plan for the Great Sandy Marine Park has been completed and the outcomes will be included in the final zoning plan.
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New QWildlife koala sightings app now available
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You can now help with koala conservation by reporting koala sightings using the QWildlife app.
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Expanding the container refund scheme
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From 1 November 2023, glass wine and pure spirit bottles will be eligible for a 10-cent refund.
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Only buy native wildlife from licensed sellers
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Before you buy native wildlife check to see if you need a licence and only buy from licensed sellers.
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