Clearing of National Park wetland an “international embarrassment” Crystal Falknau on March 08, 2024
Media Release: Queensland Conservation Council & North Queensland Conservation Council: 8 March 2024
The bulldozing of a 2km-long driveway through Bowling Green National Park near Townsville is an international embarrassment for Queensland, highlighting critical problems in the state’s ability to respond to illegal clearing across the state.
Submission to the Animal Management Act: Cats and Dogs by Crystal Falknau on December 23, 2023
Dogs chase waterbirds in a creek: In August 2023, the Queensland Government consulted on proposed changes to the Animal Management Act (Cats and Dogs) 2008. While the purpose of these changes was to introduce tougher penalties to owners of dogs that attack people, some in the conservation movement took this opportunity to highlight the threat that uncontrolled dogs pose to native wildlife.
No New Oil or Gas in Channel Country! by Crystal Falknau on December 23, 2023
Lake Eyre: Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre Basin in Queensland’s Channel Country has been threatened by oil and gas exploration, with roads disrupting the seasonal flow of water along the iconic flat landscape. This week, Premier Steven Miles announced that his government would ban new oil and gas developments in the Channel Country.
Townsville Tree Campaign: Timeline by Crystal Falknau on December 22, 2023
A large, sombre group stand in the spot of two removed fig trees: Townsville’s urban forest is an invaluable asset to the city. Our trees and other vegetation provide shade, shelter and habitat, prevent erosion, mitigate the impacts of flooding and store carbon. They are arguably our best weapon for adapting to climate change and preventing biodiversity loss.