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December 2023
- 7 Dec 2023
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Civil court date set for review
The Department of Environment and Science’s application for an urgent interim restraint order against NuGrow Ipswich Pty Ltd was heard in the Brisbane Planning and Environment Court on 7 December 2023.
- 7 Dec 2023
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$500,000 to safeguard threatened species
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.
- 6 Dec 2023
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Campers caught lighting fires during ban, camping in croc habitat
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) is putting campers on notice these school holidays for irresponsible fire behaviour - putting themselves and the environment at risk.
- 1 Dec 2023
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Civil proceedings against Swanbank business
The Department of Environment and Science has today filed a restraint order application in the Planning and Environment Court, seeking to halt odour-producing aspects of a Swanbank waste operator's activities to bring relief to the local community.
November 2023
- 30 Nov 2023
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QLD compliance officers head west to protect native wildlife
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) is sending a strong reminder that unlawful wildlife activity will not be tolerated in Queensland and could result in the removal of animals, cancellation of wildlife permits, a hefty fine or court appearance.
- 28 Nov 2023
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Great Sandy Strait seagrass recovering from floods
Marine park rangers from Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) and researchers from James Cook University (JCU) TropWATER have seen widespread regrowth of seagrass within the Great Sandy Marine Park during recent surveys.
- 21 Nov 2023
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QPWS re-opens additional sections of Carnarvon National Park
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) is reopening additional key sections of Carnarvon National Park following more than a month of continuous battles against bushfires in the area.
- 21 Nov 2023
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80-year-old bombs found in State forest go ‘bang’
Three 80-year-old bombs discovered by rangers in the Bilwon State Forest might’ve been rusted on the outside, but their insides remained as deadly as the day they were manufactured.
- 13 Nov 2023
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Be Cass-o-Wary – they can swim too
Those watching on initially thought it was a turtle. Then they thought it might be a shark’s dorsal fin. As they watched on, they were stunned when a sub-adult cassowary emerged from the ocean and shook itself off.
- 13 Nov 2023
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Mystery Boondall Wetlands pink bloom microbe identified
Scientists have solved the mystery of the pink blooms that left the water in the Boondall Wetlands resembling a strawberry milkshake.
- 8 Nov 2023
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ACT rangers, firefighters join QPWS bushfire response
Rangers and Rural Firefighters from Canberra have joined Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) rangers in the ongoing fight against bushfires in national parks and state forests.
- 3 Nov 2023
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Watch out for wildlife near bushfires
Residents in bushfire-impacted communities are asked to be mindful of displaced wildlife and report all injured animals to the authorities.
- 2 Nov 2023
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Accelerating grazing best practices - $4 million to protect the Great Barrier Reef
Applications are open for the Queensland Government’s $4 million Grazing Practice Change Program (GPCP) to help graziers reduce sediment and nutrient loads in waterways in Great Barrier Reef catchments.
October 2023
- 26 Oct 2023
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Can you find our missing shark tracker on Mulgumpin?
The hunt is on for a tracking tag that has dislodged from a grey nurse shark and washed ashore on the eastern side of Mulgumpin (Moreton Island).
- 26 Oct 2023
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New enclosure to give southern cassowary chicks a new start
A new enclosure at the Garners Beach Cassowary Rehabilitation Facility in North Queensland will give injured and orphaned cassowary chicks the best chance of being released back into the wild.
- 18 Oct 2023
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Unlawful offroad driving damages protected area
Four people who unlawfully entered the Bowling Green Bay National Park and became bogged and left scars on the saltpans have been fined for driving off an approved road or track.
- 17 Oct 2023
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Celebrating the first nesting Turtle of the season
The sound of bells tolling across Bundaberg today can only mean one thing- the first turtle has arrived in Mons Repos for the start of nesting season!
- 11 Oct 2023
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$14,000 fine for damaging endangered Proserpine rock wallaby habitat
A Proserpine man has been ordered to pay a total of $16,250 for building a dam that illegally encroached on Dryander National Park, one of the only known habitats of the endangered Proserpine rock wallaby.
September 2023
- 29 Sep 2023
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$1,000 fine for driving on protected Bribie Island dunes
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) is putting drivers on notice for disobeying signage after a motorist was ordered to pay $1000 for driving on protected dunes within the Bribie Island Recreation Area.
- 26 Sep 2023
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Large crocodile sighting – Airlie Beach
Wildlife officers from the Department of Environment and Science (DES) are asking locals and holiday-makers to be vigilant after receiving multiple sighting reports of a large crocodile in the Airlie Beach area.
- 26 Sep 2023
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Heartwarming rescue marks World Cassowary Day
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) Wildlife Officers have helped to highlight the importance of preserving one of Australia’s most endangered species, the cassowary, following a recent rescue in Cairns.
- 20 Sep 2023
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Fine issued to man who killed a python
A man has been fined following an investigation into a disturbing incident where he was captured on a video posted to social media decapitating a python in Munruben.
- 18 Sep 2023
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Fine issued for taking snake out in public
A man who was filmed with his pet python at a Gold Coast beach has been fined $2,322 for breaching the conditions of his permit.
- 15 Sep 2023
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Know your risks - you are responsible for your own safety on K’gari
Carry a dingo safety stick. Never walk alone. Never run. Always keep children within reach. Do not put yourself in danger.
- 14 Sep 2023
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Central Queensland IS croc country – and they’re on the move
A large crocodile slips almost silently into the water and does not reappear near Byfield National Park. Another crocodile leaves its imprint on multiple beaches along the Capricornia Coast.
- 13 Sep 2023
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Man fined for feeding and habituating wongari on K’gari
A man has received a fine after ignoring well-known rules and feeding two wongari (dingoes) and setting them on the path to habituation on K’gari (formerly known as Fraser Island).
- 12 Sep 2023
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Queensland helping to lead the way in measuring the state of the environment
Queenslanders stand to have a better understanding of the real state of the environment with the Queensland Government’s support for Accounting for Nature’s environmental accounting framework.
- 11 Sep 2023
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Reckless driving fines increase in QPWS areas
Motorists caught taking potentially fatal risks in Queensland protected areas will be fined hundreds of dollars more by Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) rangers under changes aimed at improving driver behaviour and the safety of visitors.
- 11 Sep 2023
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Dingo euthanised on K’gari
A dingo responsible for several high-risk incidents on K’gari (formerly Fraser Island) has been captured and humanely euthanised over the weekend.
- 8 Sep 2023
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Normanton crocodile deaths - update
Wildlife officers from the Department of Environment and Science (DES) have examined the carcasses of deceased crocodiles in the Norman River near Normanton as part of the investigation into their deaths.
- 6 Sep 2023
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$700,000 investment to enhance Queensland water modelling
Seven new water modelling projects are set to improve Queensland’s capacity to model its surface and groundwater resources.
- 5 Sep 2023
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Boodjamulla National Park southern sections reopening
Southern sections of one of Queensland’s most spectacular outback national parks have re-opened following months of hard work by the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) and the Ngumari Waanyi Rangers.
- 5 Sep 2023
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Unlawful offroad driving damages reserve
Penalty Infringement Notices (PINs) have been issued after unlawful driving caused extensive environmental damage at Sandfly Creek Reserve near Townsville.
August 2023
- 28 Aug 2023
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Turtle rescued from near-fatal entanglement
Marine rangers have saved the life of an adult turtle after cutting it free from a crab pot in a dramatic rescue near Lamb Island.
- 28 Aug 2023
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Never walk alone – woman bitten by wongari on K’gari
Visitors and residents on K’gari are reminded to never walk alone and carry a stick for protection after a woman was bitten by a wongari (dingo) on K’gari (formerly known as Fraser Island).
- 24 Aug 2023
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Fine issued to man taking bush timber for home
A man has been issued with two Penalty Infringement Notices (PINs) totalling $2,167 after rangers caught him removing timber from the Wondai State Forest.
- 24 Aug 2023
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Collaborative study reveals K’gari wongari genetically healthy
A two-year scientific study of wongari (dingoes) on K’gari (formerly known as Fraser Island) has shown their social groups cannot be genetically distinguished from each other, but they are easily distinguishable from mainland dingoes.
- 21 Aug 2023
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Rangers urge hikers to avoid sticky situation
Visitors to beautiful Carnarvon National Park are being encouraged to minimise their impact and leave the park as beautiful as when they arrived.
- 17 Aug 2023
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Investigation into alleged crocodile poaching - Townsville
The death of a crocodile discovered in mangroves on the Ross River in Townsville is being investigated, with wildlife officers believing the animal was deliberately targeted and killed.
- 15 Aug 2023
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Beachfront camping areas temporarily closed on K’gari
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) has temporarily closed several beachfront camping areas on K’gari (formerly known as Fraser Island) as a proactive measure following recent people and wongari (dingo) negative interactions.
- 10 Aug 2023
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Rangers return from Canadian fire-line
Five Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) rangers have returned home after spending a month in Canada fighting wildfires raging across Alberta.
- 10 Aug 2023
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Woman bitten by wongari on K’gari
The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) is investigating two incidents on K’gari (formerly known as Fraser Island) where two collared wongari (dingoes) approached a group of adults before biting a woman on the thigh.
- 10 Aug 2023
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Dangerous human interaction on K'gari
Rangers have been left dismayed following another dangerous, unprovoked interaction between a man and a wongari (dingo) on K’gari.
- 9 Aug 2023
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Construction company fined for stockpiling concrete waste
An Ipswich construction company has been fined $40,000 after they were caught on camera illegally accepting, stockpiling and crushing concrete waste despite receiving orders to stop from the Department of Environment and Science (DES).
- 8 Aug 2023
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Fine issued for killing plover chicks
A man has been issued with a fine after an investigation into a sickening incident where he was captured on video crushing three plover chicks on a vacant lot in Brisbane.
- 4 Aug 2023
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Sugarcane growers to benefit from specialised support
Sugarcane growers committed to reducing nutrient run-off into the Great Barrier Reef will soon have access to specialised support thanks to a $3.6 million investment by the Queensland Government.
July 2023
- 21 Jul 2023
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Wongari incident on K’gari – update 3
A wongari involved in an attack on a 23-year-old woman on 17 July on K’gari (formerly Fraser Island) has been captured and humanely euthanised.
- 21 Jul 2023
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Dangerous interactions the start of habituation on K’gari
Two women have been issued with fines for interacting with wongari (dingoes) on K’gari (formerly Fraser Island) following tip-offs from members of the public.
- 17 Jul 2023
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Wongari incident on K’gari – update
Rangers are investigating a wongari incident on K’gari that left a 23-year-old woman with serious injuries to her legs and arms.
- 17 Jul 2023
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Wongari incident on K'gari (formerly known as Fraser Island)
Rangers and the Queensland Ambulance Service are responding to a wongari incident on K’gari that has left a woman with injuries to the lower half of her body.
- 3 Jul 2023
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NAIDOC Week – to celebrate our rich history
NAIDOC Week is a celebration of Australia’s rich history, diverse cultures and the achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the oldest continuing cultures on the planet.
June 2023
- 27 Jun 2023
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Fifth deceased whale during annual migration
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) is reminding people to stay away from stranded or deceased marine animals after drone footage captured about 50 tiger sharks feeding on the remains of a humpback whale off the coast of Hervey Bay.
- 22 Jun 2023
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Boodjamulla to remain closed following flood event
Boodjamulla National Park will remain temporarily closed until at least 31 December 2023 due to the impacts of severe flooding in March this year.
- 22 Jun 2023
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Raine Island beacon restoration project
One of the oldest remaining Queensland structures constructed by convicts – the Raine Island beacon – will stand strong into the future after a $1.13 million restoration project.
- 22 Jun 2023
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Inskip whale stranding – update
A deceased humpback whale has been loaded onto a truck and removed from Inskip Point near Rainbow Beach.
- 21 Jun 2023
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Inskip whale stranding
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) is assessing disposal options after a deceased humpback whale stranded at Inskip Point near Rainbow Beach.
- 21 Jun 2023
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Selfish selfies put Carnarvon rock art at risk
The Carnarvon National Park’s vivid, dynamic rock art are at risk from people intent on creating self-indulgent, unlawful selfies for use on social media.
- 21 Jun 2023
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Holiday warning – Keep loved ones close on K’gari
Rangers on K’gari (Fraser Island) are closely monitoring a wongari (dingo) responsible for a recent incident where a 10-year-old boy was grabbed on the shoulder and dragged under water in front of a camping area on the west coast of the island.
- 19 Jun 2023
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Smoke from Bribie Island National Park (southern end)
The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) with Queensland Fire and Emergency Service, Moreton Bay Regional Council, Department of Resources and Traditional Owners (Kabi Kabi and Joondoburri) will conduct planned burn operations within the southern section of Bribie Island National Park and some adjacent vegetated properties between the townships of Bonagree and Woorim.
- 15 Jun 2023
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Record number of illegal crab pots removed from Pumicestone Passage
A record-breaking number of illegal crab pots have been removed from Pumicestone Passage as part of a 3-day joint clean-up operation by marine park rangers and fisheries officers.
- 14 Jun 2023
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Rangers, police crack down on illegal park activities
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) rangers have issued more than a dozen fines to motorbike riders and visitors caught breaking the law during a joint blitz with the Queensland Police Service in national parks and State forests across the Lockyer Valley, Ravensbourne and Crows Nest districts.
- 10 Jun 2023
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Dingo euthanised
A dingo responsible for a string of high risk incidents on K’gari (formerly Fraser Island) over the past few months has been humanely euthanised.
- 8 Jun 2023
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Croc death investigation – Daintree River
A crocodile carcass discovered on the banks of the Daintree River is being investigated, with the Department of Environment and Science (DES) fearing the animal was targeted and deliberately killed.
- 8 Jun 2023
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Illegal 4X4 session 'goes bad' for influencers
Two men have been fined a total of $15,500 after posting a video of themselves illegally driving through two protected areas north west of the Gold Coast, damaging native vegetation and culturally significant areas.
- 2 Jun 2023
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Curtis Island bushfire – Update 2
A bushfire burning on Curtis Island since Sunday 28 May 2023 has been contained, protecting the island’s national listed key value parabolic and fore dune system.
- 2 Jun 2023
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Large crocodile targeted for removal - Rockhampton
A floating trap has been deployed in the Fitzroy River to capture a large crocodile around ten kilometres upstream from the barrage.
May 2023
- 30 May 2023
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Curtis Island bushfire – Update
Senior fire investigators will arrive on Curtis Island tomorrow to continue the investigation into the cause of a bushfire that started on Sunday 28 May 2023.
- 29 May 2023
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Temporary closure – Mt Beerwah
Following the shocking environmental vandalism on Mt Beerwah last week, the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS), with the support of the Jinibara People, is temporarily closing the mountain to allow for reparations and cultural healing.
- 29 May 2023
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Curtis Island bushfire suspected arson
The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) is using aerial and on-ground operations to contain a bushfire on Curtis Island that appears to have been deliberately lit.
- 28 May 2023
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Crocodile Incident – Haggerstone Island
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) is aware of reports of a crocodile incident on May 27 near Haggerstone Island, off the coast of far north Queensland.
- 26 May 2023
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Shocking Mt Beerwah vandalism under investigation
The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) is investigating the vandalism and defacing of a section of rock at the base of Mt Beerwah, in the Glass House Mountains National Park.
- 24 May 2023
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Eastern ground parrot conservation works
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) is embarking on a $1 million program to improve and conserve the heathland habitat of the eastern ground parrot in the Mount Coolum National Park.
- 23 May 2023
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Lucky Queensland turtle released
A green turtle who has escaped two near-death experiences has been released again to the wild by the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) and Sea World in celebration of World Turtle Day 2023.
- 17 May 2023
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Duo sentenced for destroying protected plants, dumping waste
A property owner and his employee have been fined a total of $23,500 and ordered to pay a total of $4,398.18 in costs for destroying more than 20 protected grass trees and illegally dumping construction waste into a creek on the man’s residential property.
- 11 May 2023
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Joint approach to cut down paper waste certificates
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) is working closely with the New South Wales Environment Protection Authority (NSW EPA) to develop a nationally consistent integrated waste tracking system that will fully digitise the waste tracking process.
April 2023
- 30 Apr 2023
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Missing man – Kennedy Bend, Rinyirru
Department of Environment and Science (DES) officers are assisting Queensland Police Service (QPS) with investigations after a report of a missing man.
- 28 Apr 2023
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Planning a Bribie Island getaway this coming long weekend? Here’s what you need to know
With so much on offer at Bribie Island this Labour Day long weekend, Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) is reminding visitors and campers to plan ahead and be respectful so that everyone can have a safe and enjoyable experience.
- 19 Apr 2023
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Cow Bay crocodile update
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) has investigated the reported death and decapitation of a crocodile in far north Queensland.
- 18 Apr 2023
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Entangled dolphin rescued, returned to reef home
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) Marine Park Rangers and specialist staff from Sea World have returned a young bottlenose dolphin back off the coast of Brisbane following its rescue and recovery from a significant wound caused by severe fishing line entanglement.
- 17 Apr 2023
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Have your say on the Noosa North Shore Landing Ground Reserve
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) is seeking the community's input on the future tenure and management options of the Noosa North Shore Landing Ground for Aircraft Reserve.
- 13 Apr 2023
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Dolphin feeding fine – Wide Bay region
A man has been fined $431 for hand-feeding a wild dolphin from a boat during a fishing trip in Tin Can Bay.
- 11 Apr 2023
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Archer Point crocodile incident – update 2
Wildlife officers from the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) conducted a spotlight search last night of waters at Archer Point and did not identify the target animal.
- 9 Apr 2023
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Archer Point crocodile incident – update 1
Wildlife officers from the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) arrived in Archer Point this afternoon to commence an investigation following yesterday’s reported crocodile attack.
- 8 Apr 2023
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Archer Point crocodile incident
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) is investigating after a man in his 40s was reportedly bitten by a crocodile at the Archer Point campgrounds (approx. 25km south of Cooktown) around lunchtime on 8 April 2023.
- 6 Apr 2023
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Be dingo-safe - always
Visitors and residents to K’gari (Fraser Island) are urged to be dingo-safe at all times after a serious incident involving a six-year-old girl and a wongari (dingo).
- 4 Apr 2023
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Crackdown on illegally dumped waste on Sunshine Coast
Environmental vandals on the Sunshine Coast are being warned – you will be caught and fined if you dump rubbish in national parks or State forests.
- 4 Apr 2023
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Girl bitten by dingo on K’gari
The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) is investigating an interaction between a 6-year-old child and a dingo on K’gari (Fraser Island).
- 3 Apr 2023
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Waratah Galilee Coal Mine EA refused
The Department of Environment and Science has refused the environmental authority application for Waratah Coal Pty Ltd.’s Galilee Coal Mine.
- 3 Apr 2023
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Slow and steady wins the race – help us protect turtles and dugongs this Easter
These Easter holidays, Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) is putting boaties, fishers and jetski users on notice to Go Slow for Those Below – or risk a hefty fine.
March 2023
- 30 Mar 2023
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Have a wildlife encounter these school holidays
Families will be able to get up close to nature these Easter school holidays thanks to an exciting array of activities and wildlife encounters on offer at David Fleay Wildlife Park and Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre.
- 29 Mar 2023
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Band-aids, hair ties removed from protected K’gari lake
Hundreds of pieces of harmful plastics, including used band-aids, hair ties and broken swimming gear, have been removed from Boorangoora (Lake McKenzie) on K’gari (Fraser Island) in the Great Sandy National Park.
- 29 Mar 2023
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Cleanaway charges
Following an extensive investigation, the Department of Environment and Science (DES) has charged Cleanaway Solid Waste Pty Ltd with a number of offences in relation to its New Chum facility, including wilfully causing an environmental nuisance relating to odour in 2022.
- 27 Mar 2023
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Carry On Fort Lytton!
“Carry On Fort Lytton” is the new educational program guaranteed to keep younger school students entertained this coming school holidays.
- 21 Mar 2023
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Watch out for wongari when driving on K'gari
Rangers on K’gari (Fraser Island) are appealing to visitors and residents to slow down while driving on beaches and tracks following the death of another wongari (dingo).
- 20 Mar 2023
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Crocodile removed, Coorumba
Wildlife Officers from the Department of Environment and Science (DES) have removed an estuarine crocodile from a creek near Innisfail after it displayed bold behaviour towards the officers.
- 14 Mar 2023
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Watch out for wildlife in flood-affected areas
Heavy rain in parts of North West Queensland means crocodiles and snakes could turn up unexpectedly in flooded areas.
- 10 Mar 2023
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Boodjamulla National Park closure
The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) has closed Boodjamulla National Park following the impacts of widespread heavy rainfall and severe flooding.
- 8 Mar 2023
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Domestic dogs do not belong on K'gari
One person has been fined and others have fled in vessels after rangers intercepted them on K’gari (Fraser Island) with their domestic dogs.
- 7 Mar 2023
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Man sentenced for illegally catching freshwater crocodiles
A man has been fined $12,000 in the Townsville Magistrates Court today after being found guilty of unlawfully catching or attempting to catch sixteen freshwater crocodiles from the Ross River.
- 3 Mar 2023
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Operation Tensile targets scrap metal operations
A two-day compliance operation targeting 32 metal recyclers across southeast Queensland will result in enforcement action being taken at over 21 unlicensed sites.
- 3 Mar 2023
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Review of groundwater modelling at Carmichael coal mine
Bravus has committed to undertaking further groundwater modelling at its Carmichael coal mine to ensure the early detection and prevention of any potential future impacts to the Doongmabulla Springs Complex.
- 2 Mar 2023
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QPWS response – Weir River (near Moonie) bushfires
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) rangers are actively involved in the firefighting effort to support the ongoing bushfire response led by Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) in the Western Downs region.
- 1 Mar 2023
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Waddy Point beachfront camping area closure
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) has closed the Waddy Point beachfront camping area on K’gari (Fraser Island) as a proactive measure following recent heightened wongari (dingo) activity.
- 1 Mar 2023
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Loggerhead 'STAr' shines new light on her foraging journey
A female loggerhead turtle carrying a tracking device has provided valuable insights into the secret lives of these endangered marine animals as they forage and breed off the Wide Bay coast.
February 2023
- 24 Feb 2023
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Update – Crocodile incident, Bloomfield
Wildlife officers from the Department of Environment and Science (DES) have removed a 4.2 metre crocodile following investigations into an attack at Ayton on Wednesday.
- 23 Feb 2023
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Crocodile incident, Bloomfield
Wildlife Officers from the Department of Environment and Science (DES) will target the crocodile involved in yesterday’s incident at Ayton, 50km south of Cooktown, for removal.
- 22 Feb 2023
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$25,000 fine for unlicenced environmental activity
A Townsville demolition company was fined $25,000 in the Townsville Magistrates Court yesterday (21 February) after pleading guilty to an environmental offence.
- 17 Feb 2023
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QPWS response – Western Downs bushfires
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) rangers are actively involved in the firefighting effort to support the ongoing bushfire response led by Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) in the Western Downs Region.
- 17 Feb 2023
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Rangers give striped possum ‘Beetlejuice’ a leg-up thanks to custom-made tree
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) rangers have created a custom-designed habitat to give movement-impaired striped possum ‘Beetlejuice’, a wildlife ambassador at the Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre, a more comfortable life.
- 16 Feb 2023
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Show Cause letters for tearing up Pinnacles Reserve
Vehicle owners who accessed Pinnacles Reserve near Townsville recently have been issued Show Cause letters following an investigation by the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS).
- 16 Feb 2023
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Large crocodile removed from the wild – Mackay
The removal of a 3.8m estuarine crocodile from a creek near Mackay is a timely reminder for the local community to always be Crocwise around the region’s water bodies.
- 16 Feb 2023
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Crackdown on illegally dumped waste – Townsville
Fresh investigations into illegal dumping in the Townsville region have been launched following the recent discovery of asbestos sheeting, household items, a burnt-out car and a pig carcass in bushland at the Pinnacles Reserve and at the Townsville Port Access Reserve.
- 6 Feb 2023
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Fleay’s welcomes arrival of once thought 'extinct' joeys
Rangers at David Fleay Wildlife Park on the Gold Coast have welcomed the arrival of three endangered bridled nailtail wallaby joeys, supporting conservation of the once thought 'extinct' species through education at the park.
January 2023
- 24 Jan 2023
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Be responsible while visiting Tableland lakes and creeks this Australia Day
Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) will once again be working with Queensland Police to make sure visitors spending Australia Day at some of the Atherton Tablelands most popular destinations are doing the right thing.
- 23 Jan 2023
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Minjerribah crocodile investigation scaled back
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) has scaled back the search following a possible crocodile sighting report on Minjerribah (Stradbroke Island).
- 20 Jan 2023
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Update - Minjerribah crocodile investigation
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) is continuing to investigate crocodile sighting reports on Minjerribah (Stradbroke Island).
- 20 Jan 2023
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Monster cane toad removed from the wild
Rangers conducting track work in Conway National Park, near Airlie Beach, were shocked to find a monster cane toad beside the Conway Circuit last week.
- 19 Jan 2023
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Minjerribah crocodile investigation
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) has resumed the investigation following a crocodile sighting report at Minjerribah (Stradbroke Island).
- 18 Jan 2023
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Minjerribah crocodile investigation
The Department of Environment and Science (DES) is investigating reports of a crocodile on Minjerribah (Stradbroke Island).
- 18 Jan 2023
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Quolls return to Tablelands home after epic journey to Victoria
A family of northern quolls is back home in Far North Queensland bushland after going on an accidental 5,600km return journey to Melbourne.
- 10 Jan 2023
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Rangers, first responders frustrated by avoidable tragedies
Increased rain over the summer months can lead to dangerous swimming conditions within creeks and rockpools across Queensland National Parks.
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