Queensland National Parks

🔥🌿 For more than 55 years, fire has been carefully shaping one small part of Queensland’s landscape and helping researchers better understand how we care for Country into the future.

Inside Peachester State Forest, one of Queensland’s longest-running planned burn studies continues to reveal how the right fire, at the right time, can support healthier ecosystems, stronger biodiversity and more resilient forests.

Working alongside Griffith University, Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service Rangers are undertaking planned burns in carefully selected sections of the forest. Researchers then collect environmental data from soil, leaf litter and insect communities, building on decades of samples taken as part of the ongoing research, to better understand how planned burns influence the landscape over time.

This is more than managing fire risk.

It’s about protecting ecosystems, supporting native species, improving soil health and helping landscapes recover and thrive for future generations.

🌱 Every planned burn is carefully assessed and tailored to the needs of the environment.
🤝 Science, Rangers, researchers and Traditional Knowledge all play an important role in caring for Country together.

As fire seasons continue to evolve, long-term research like this helps ensure decisions made today are guided by knowledge built over generations.

Visit the QPWS Fire Management webpage to learn more:
https://parks.qld.gov.au/management/programs/fire-management/why-we-burn

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🌍 World Bicycle Day is here and it is the perfect excuse to roll into nature. 🚲

Did you know there are only a few places you can ride a bike in Queensland's island national parks?

High above the coastline on Curtis Island, riders and walkers share stunning trails where every turn brings jaw-dropping views. Whether you are exploring on two feet or two wheels, this is your invitation to ride the trail less travelled and discover something new.

👏 Shout out to our Rangers who build and maintain these tracks so you can ride and explore safely.

So, on World Bicycle Day, why not get out there explore further and try something different? Just remember to plan ahead check signage, be prepared and stay on track literally for your safety and conversation efforts of these epic places. 🌿

https://parks.qld.gov.au/things-to-do/activities/mountain-biking

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⚠️ Let's see how good your knowledge of Queensland parks and their hazards is ... what do you think this symbol means?

Working together on Sea Country 🌊

QPWS Ranger Dan recently joined Quandamooka Yoolooburrabee Aboriginal Corporation (QYAC) staff Eddie and Andrew to carry out compliance activities across Quandamooka Sea Country in the Moreton Bay Marine Park.

This joint patrol was part of an ongoing crab pot cleanup operation, targeting lost and rubbish crab pots that can continue to trap marine life. The team also located and removed illegal crab pots from green zones—highly protected areas where fishing is not permitted to help safeguard marine biodiversity. Any animals found in the pots were carefully released back into the water.

The patrol also focused on go slow zones, helping to protect turtles and dugongs by reducing the risk of boat strikes. Dan, Eddie and Andrew spoke with vessel operators throughout the day, raising awareness of marine park rules and why they matter.

Long days on the water, heavy lifting and constant vigilance are all part of the job—but this work is essential to protecting the natural and cultural values of Quandamooka Sea Country. Strong partnerships like this one play a vital role in caring for the Moreton Bay Marine Park, now and into the future.

⚓ Planning a visit? Be in the know.
Know your zones, know the rules, and play your part.
👉 https://parks.qld.gov.au/parks/moreton-bay/zoning/app-and-maps

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📷Images: © GBRMP Australian Government

Tickets for Mon Repos Turtle Encounter tours are now on sale! 🐢 💚

From November 2026 to March 2027, join our expert Rangers for a truly unforgettable night-time experience. Watch these incredible creatures up close as they nest and hatch in this beautiful corner of the world.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of these magic moments. Head to our website to find out what to expect and secure your spot! Link in comments. 👇😉

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🦅 White-bellied sea eagle rescue in Great Sandy Marine Park.

A white-bellied sea eagle is flying free again thanks to the quick actions of two local fishers and Rangers Nat and Jordan from the .

While patrolling nearby aboard the QPWS vessel Gumuri, Nat and Jordan responded to a distress call from fishers on the west coast of after the eagle became accidentally caught on their fishing line.

The bird was struggling in the water, unable to spread its wings to fly. Working together, the Rangers and fishers carefully scooped the eagle from the water using a landing net, before wrapping it in a spare shirt to help keep it calm.

The Rangers found fishing line tangled tightly around both of the eagle’s feet, with a lure embedded in one toe. Using the tools they had on board, Nat and Jordan carefully removed the line and lure, taking great care to keep the eagle calm and avoid further harm.

Once freed, the sea eagle was taken to shore and released. After a few quiet moments on the sand, it stood, took a few steps, and then soared back into the sky.

‘It was truly one of the most amazing creatures I have ever had the honour to save,’ Ranger Nat said.

‘Watching it take flight again was an unforgettable moment.’

This heart-warming rescue is a great reminder of the important role we can all play in protecting wildlife in the Great Sandy Marine Park.

When fishing or enjoying our waterways, please take extra care to reduce the risk of harm to the region’s precious wildlife.

💙 Thank you to the fishers for raising the alarm, and to Rangers Nat and Jordan for their calm, skilled and compassionate response.

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Our partners at National Parks Association of Queensland Parks Connect are really 'shaking things up' out there on park this Saturday with a fantastic, fun line-up of events at Venman Bushland National Park in the Redlands for Park of the Month.

From snakes to shimmies, storytelling to photography, and wildlife walks to Ranger talks, come and explore the many facets of this incredible wilderness just a short, scenic 45-minute drive from Brisbane. A connection with nature is always closer than you think!

Hurry, limited FREE tickets remain and bookings close soon. Book online at Eventbrite today at https://bit.ly/May2026PoTM

Looks like things are pretty evenly matched for tonight, eh NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service?

Let us know your favourite NSW or Queensland national park in the comments ⬇️😤

The theme for National Reconciliation Week 2026, All In, calls on all Australians to step forward together in the spirit of connection, respect and shared responsibility.

Queensland’s parks and forests are places where culture, Country and community come together. Visiting these landscapes is an opportunity to learn more about the world’s oldest continuing cultures and the deep connections First Nations peoples have with land and sea Country.

For thousands of generations, First Nations peoples have cared for these places through knowledge, tradition and stewardship that continues today. Across Queensland’s protected areas, visitors can experience stories, culture and perspectives shared by Traditional Owners and First Nations communities.

This National Reconciliation Week, be All In, take the opportunity to learn more, listen deeply, and connect with Country in Queensland’s parks and forests.

Find out where you can connect with First Nations culture and experiences in Queensland’s protected areas here: https://parks.qld.gov.au/things-to-do/activities/first-nations-culture

📷 Carnarvon Gorge, Carnarvon National Park
Photographer: Keiran Lusk (C) Tourism and Events Queensland