‘….. After considering the Traveston Dam proposal and the best available scientific evidence and other material that is in front of me, it’s my intention to say no to the Traveston Dam.’ The Hon.Peter Garrett, Minister for the Environment, Heritage and the Arts, 11 November 2009.

'... It’s my intention to say no to the Traveston Dam.'

Wildlife Queensland welcomes Federal Environment Minister Peter Garrett's decision to veto the dam, pending a final consultation period.
It is particularly heartening that he has based his decision on science showing serious and irreversible effects on nationally-listed species such as the Australian lungfish, the Mary River turtle, and the Mary River cod.

Wildlife Queensland was delighted with this landmark decision.

Final newsletter for 2009 out now

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Looking for a last minute Christmas gift idea?

Do you want a gift that is both educational and saves wildlife? Here are 3 gift ideas that give twice - and we do all the work for you:

Gift idea 1: Wildlife Australia Magazine - Your best Christmas gift idea could be staring you in the face! Our newest issue of Wildlife Australia magazine will feature a stunning southern cassowary cover and an interview with a filmmaker who spent two years documenting these fascinating birds.

Give a one-year subscription and you'll be giving four gifts (4 issues) of Australia's premier wildlife magazine. As a bonus, all new gift subscriptions include a FREE DVD of the documentary 'Cassowaries'. Subscribe online. (Conditions apply.)

Gift idea 2: ‘Adopt a Quoll’ for someone special - By ‘adopting a quoll’ for Christmas, you will be giving an educational kit (suitable for all ages) to family or friends and at the same time helping us to continue our valuable work in protecting quolls and their habitat.

Gift idea 3: Give us a donation and receive a gift from the Tax Office! - Wildlife Queensland has been campaigning for wildlife for nearly 50 years and one of the reasons we are still going strong is because we do not and cannot rely on government funding. Most of our income comes from our supporters through monthly donations, appeals and bequests.

Please support our Christmas Appeal – and don’t forget to claim some of it back from the ATO at the end of the year!

Government finally acts on koala situation

Clearing will be banned in priority bushland habitat under a new plan to save the koalas in south east Queensland (SEQ). Some residential areas will need special design and key habitat will be purchased under a new plan.

But is this is too little too late to save the koalas in SEQ?

Welcome Seagrass Watchers!

Some of you are receiving this my.Wildlife ebulletin for the first time – thank you for your support of Seagrass Watch. The latest newsletter is available on our website.

The next Seagrass monitoring training day will be on Sunday 29 November at Wellington Point. New volunteers can acquire data collection skills and it’s also a good way to refresh existing techniques.

Email Nick for more information.

Recovery plans need your input

National draft recovery plans for 33 species of flora and fauna have been released by the Australian Government’s Department of Environment, Water, Heritage and the Arts. Five of the six mammal species are from Queensland!

We have until 4 January 2010 to submit comments. The draft plans can be downloaded here.

More on WPSQ website.

For your diary

Platypus Monitoring - Enoggera Creek, Brisbane. Saturday 21 November starting at the crack of dawn in various locations. To register, email Peter Hayes or phone 3407 0136

Batty Boat Cruises - This summer come on a sunset cruise up the Brisbane River. Show your support for flying foxes – book a Batty Boat Cruise now. Next cruise 6 December, Hurry - a few tickets still available.

Walk for Warming - Brisbane’s Walk Against Warming Important Day of Global Action Featuring a march followed by a free concert King George Square, Brisbane 10am Saturday 12 December 2009

You can find out more about these events in our diary.

Wildlife Queensland Newsletter

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