North Stradbroke Island Strategy
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North Stradbroke Island is a place of outstanding natural beauty enjoyed by generations of Queenslanders, interstate and overseas visitors.
Its future has now been protected for generations to come.
The Queensland Government has announced that the end of mining will be fast-tracked, with the largest mine closing in 2019 and all mining ceasing in 2025. To develop a strong sustainable economy for the island, the government is working with a range of stakeholders, including the Quandamooka People, the Straddie Chamber of Commerce, education leaders and tourism industry experts.
As of December 2011, following the land transfer to the Quandamooka People, 50 per cent of the island is now national park or other forms of protected area. By 2021, this will increase to 75 per cent and by 2026, 80 per cent of the island will be protected.
The first stage of Naree Budjong Djara National Park covered over 5000 hectares, or 20 per cent of the island. With the second stage complete, the national park now covers over 13,000 hectares.
Naree Budjong Djara means My Mother Earth to the island’s Traditional Owners—the Quandamooka People. The national park will be jointly managed by the Quandamooka People and the Department of Environment and Resource Management.
Get involved
North Stradbroke Island is in transition towards a strong sustainable economy. Community input is essential in shaping this transition. If you have feedback, suggestions—including how the community should be informed as the strategy develops—or would like to receive updates on the key issues facing the island, have your say:
- phone 1800 194 064 (free call)
- email straddiestrategy@derm.qld.gov.au
- in person at the North Stradbroke Island Information Centre, 7 Stradbroke Place, Dunwich.
Last updated 19 December 2011