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Wildlife Preservation Society of Queensland (Wildlife Queensland) is the longest-running wildlife conservation organisation in Queensland. For more than 60 years we’ve worked to protect and conserve at-risk species and habitats, advocating for better environmental policy, delivering vital on-ground conservation programs, and raising awareness of wildlife conservation issues through education and community engagement.
Ban enclosed yabby traps in Queensland now!
Enclosed yabby traps (opera house nets) continue to cause the drowning deaths of our native aquatic wildlife, including platypus, rakali and turtles. The current regulations are insufficient and confusing, as evidenced by illegal usage and disregard for the law.
Following the lead of other states in banning these traps in all waters, Wildlife Queensland calls for a comprehensive ban on the sale, possession and use of enclosed yabby traps in Queensland.
Celebrating our older supporters
We’re celebrating the incredible contributions of our older supporters! From volunteers to community leaders, your dedication safeguards Queensland’s precious wildlife and habitats.
Discover how your contribution to Wildlife Queensland can leave a lasting legacy.
Latest news
© Carindale Hotel & Amanda LittleTrivia night raises funds for Wildlife QueenslandÂ
On 28 May, the Carindale Hotel buzzed with excitement as wildlife enthusiasts and trivia buffs gathered for a memorable trivia night in support of Wildlife Queensland, aiming to raise funds for local wildlife conservation while providing an evening of fun and education.
© image: Paul Revie/Wildlife QueenslandWildlife Queensland secures grant aiming to double brush-tailed rock-wallaby population
Wildlife Queensland has secured a grant from the Australian Government Saving Native Species Program to support an ambitious project aimed at doubling the population of the vulnerable brush-tailed rock-wallaby in southern Queensland by 2025.
© Maaike HofmanQuoll seeking in South East Queensland continues
Wildlife Queensland’s Quoll Seekers Network continues its search for endangered northern and spotted-tailed quolls in South East Queensland, conducting new infrared camera surveys in remote sections of the Sunshine Coast Hinterland’s national parks.
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How we work
Protecting wildlife
Protecting and connecting threatened species through our innovative surveying and monitoring programs and key habitat restoration projects.
influencing choices
Cooperating with local & state governments and conservation groups to develop policies & campaigns that protect our state’s natural heritage.
engaging communities
Educating and engaging people and communities, the foundation of our Society, to inspire change and achieve positive conservation outcomes.
Species spotlight: Platypus
The aquatic, egg-laying platypus is one of Australia’s most bizarre and iconic mammals. Unfortunately, its habitat in Queensland has shrunk by 27 per cent over 30 years, and its numbers are declining.
Platypus populations occur throughout Tasmania and up the east coast of Victoria, New South Wales, and Queensland as far as Cooktown. The platypus is now extinct in South Australia though Kangaroo Island has an introduced population.
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