Great Concern for the GAB – January 2017
9 January 2017 For many years groundwater has been extensively used in non-coastal Queensland by wildlife and for personal use, irrigation and stock watering. Supplies, however, are on the decline including those in the Great Artesian Basin (GAB). Underlying extensive...Beat the heat with a Batty Boat Cruise – February 2017
Did you know that bats, like humans, are affected by heat stress? During the summer a bat colony is usually a lively affair, with a great cacophony of sounds as juveniles call and adults vie for spots on the branches or search for their youngsters. On a very hot day,...Bag ban achieved: time to celebrate and have your say – December 2016
Following the State Government’s announcement on 25 November of a ban on lightweight, single-use plastics bags in Queensland, the public discussion paper ‘Implementing a Lightweight Plastic Shopping Bag Ban in Queensland’ has been released, with a deadline for...Ban’s in the bag! – November 2016
After two years of leading the campaign for a plastic bag-free Queensland, Wildlife Queensland is delighted by the Queensland Government’s announcement on 25 November regarding the introduction of a ban on single-use, lightweight plastic bags in our state. “This...A solution in sight for greater gliders – November 2016
The results of the Queensland Glider Network’s recently completed project to document glider species in two conservation reserves in the Redland Bay region are in, with some notable findings regarding greater gliders. Funded through the Redland City Council as part of...A night that mattered for Wildlife – November 2016
Why It Matters with Peter Garrett was the perfect end to a challenging year financially for Wildlife Queensland as dinner, drinks and inspiring conversation were shared by fellow conservationists on New Farm’s scenic riverfront last Saturday evening. One hundred and...WPSQ presents Peter Garrett on Why It Matters – October 2016
After a challenging year financially, Wildlife Queensland is looking forward to ending 2016 on a positive note with an evening of drinks, dinner and conservation featuring none other than environmentalist, activist, former politician and Australian music legend, Peter...