Media releases
Media releases from the Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation.
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March 2026
- 9 Mar 2026
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Black rats eradicated from North West Island
In a significant win for the conservation of threatened turtles and seabirds, North West Island has been declared rat-free following an intensive ground and aerial eradication program.
- 2 Mar 2026
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Shining a light on illegal glow worm tours
A targeted compliance blitz has put illegal glow worm tour operators on notice, with the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) warning that unlicensed guiding in Springbrook National Park will not be tolerated.
February 2026
- 26 Feb 2026
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Artefacts donated to Queensland Museum for preservation
Musket balls and other maritime artefacts that may date back to 1799 have been donated to the Queensland Museum for permanent preservation.
- 17 Feb 2026
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New members join Queensland Heritage Council
The Queensland Heritage Council (QHC) has been revamped, with four new members to bring their expertise and provide strategic advice on the State’s historical cultural heritage.
- 11 Feb 2026
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Queensland’s longest-running planned burn study informs effective landscape fire management
Researchers have arrived in Peachester State Forest to collect environmental samples to help unlock new insights into how planned burns shape and support ecosystems.
January 2026
- 25 Jan 2026
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Update on K’gari incident
We are aware of the initial findings of Piper James’ autopsy. We extend our deepest sympathies to Piper’s family and loved ones.
- 8 Jan 2026
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Pine Ridge Conservation Park bushfire
The Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service (QPWS) is working to contain a bushfire burning in Pine Ridge Conservation Park on the Gold Coast.
- 7 Jan 2026
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Historic Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park handback
In a historic moment for land and culture, a further 167,400 hectares of the existing Boodjamulla (Lawn Hill) National Park has been handed back to the Traditional Owners, the Waanyi People.
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