National parks, marine parks and forests
Features
- National parks affected by weather
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Severe rains and flooding have forced the closure of camping grounds and walking tracks in some of the state’s national parks. If planning a visit, be sure to check the status of national park closures, as well as road and weather conditions, before leaving home.
- Fire management
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The department has responsibility for about 13.5 million hectares of various State land tenures defined under the Nature Conservation Act 1992, Forestry Act 1959 and Land Act 1994. Fire management is conducted on the majority of this land.
- Springbrook Rainforest Restoration Project
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The Queensland Government has made one of Australia’s most ambitious and significant investments in World Heritage conservation by acquiring high conservation land adjacent to the Springbrook National Park.
- Tourism in Protected Areas (TIPA)
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The Tourism in Protected Areas (TIPA) initiative is a contemporary policy framework promoting environmental best practice. It provides sustainable visitor use opportunities and increased business certainty at Queensland’s high profile protected area tourism sites.
- Myrtle rust found in some Queensland parks
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Myrtle rust is a serious fungal disease affecting plants in the Myrtaceae family.
- Cooloola Recreation Area
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The Cooloola area north of Noosa has been given greater protection for the future with the declaration of the Cooloola Recreation Area.
- Vision for North Stradbroke Island—a strong, green future
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The Queensland Government has a new vision for North Stradbroke Island.
- Protected area management planning
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Have your say by commenting on draft management plans for protected areas in Queensland. Comment on round 1 consultation. Comment on round 2 consultation.
Topics
Park alerts
Parks and forests are wild places with hidden dangers for the unwary visitor. It is vital to pay close attention to signs that warn of local dangers. Follow these tips to stay safe and have an enjoyable visit. View the current park alerts.
QPWS Master Plan
The Master Plan is being updated to reflect the challenges and opportunities that QPWS will face over the next 10 years. It will address all aspects of QPWS business, including protected areas on land and sea, as well as forests and wildlife.
Last updated 27 January 2012