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Fire Ants – Australia’s small but costly threat, and what they mean for you.

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Discovery and Eradication Efforts The imported red fire ant (Solenopsis Invicta) was initially detected in Brisbane in 2001. Twenty-three years later, this invasive species is now at the centre of the largest eradication program ever conducted in Australia (DES). Fire ants are native to South America, but have carved a destructive path throughout North America […]

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Have Your Say: EPBC Act Revisions Deadline 30 March 2024

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The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (the Department) is currently seeking public feedback on proposed amendments to Australia’s environmental laws, with submissions open until 30 March 2024. In an effort to inform and engage the public, the Department has released a suite of materials detailing the nature and scope of these

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EPBC Act Update: Reclassification of 12 Species Now in Effect

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Effective from 5th January 2024, the threatened listing status of 12 species were amended under the Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act 1999. All species reclassified were migratory, wetland indicator species of avifauna. A total of 8 species were added to the list, and 4 species had their classification updated. (Source: List of Threatened

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Significant Updates in Environmental Mapping: Queensland’s Recent Changes

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Queensland’s Department of State Development, Infrastructure, Local Government, and Planning (DSDILGP) has provided an update to their mapping system on 29 November 2023. This round of updates included changes to the Koala Habitat Area mapping of the Nature Conservation (Koala) Conservation Plan 2017 (‘the koala plan’), Regulated Vegetation Management mapping (i.e. remnant and high value

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Ecological Mitigation Strategies: How to Reduce Environmental Impact in Queensland Developments

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In the evolving landscape of Queensland’s development sector, ecological mitigation has emerged as a cornerstone of sustainable development. This blog aims to shed light on the strategies and practices that can help developers reduce their environmental impacts in Queensland, echoing the state’s commitment to ecological stewardship and legal compliance. The ‘Avoid, Mitigate, Offset’ Approach The

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Conservation and Ecological Impact

New Ground’s Conservation Efforts in Perseverance, Queensland

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New Ground manages a conservation property at Perseverance, Queensland. Perseverance is a regionally significant area from an ecological perspective; with a broad range of native vegetation types, a large network of connected national park, dam catchment reserve and vegetated private property (inclusive of New Ground land) as well as an interesting array of threatened species.

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Creating Wildlife Corridors in Urban Spaces: Queensland Success Stories

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In the urban landscapes of Queensland, the establishment of wildlife corridors plays a crucial role in supporting biodiversity. These essential pathways enable the free movement of fauna and flora, connecting habitats and ensuring the survival and thriving of numerous species. In this blog, we explore the concept of wildlife corridors, their significance, and spotlight success

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Land Rehabilitation and Sustainable Development in Queensland

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Land degradation is an increasing concern in Queensland. Not only does it affect natural habitats, but it also exacerbates climate change and leads to a loss of biodiversity. Land rehabilitation becomes a necessity for striking a balance in our ecosystems and promoting sustainable development. It is important to note that an appropriate level of ecological

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Using GIS in Environmental Planning

The Role of GIS and Mapping in Modern Environmental Planning

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What is GIS? Geographic Information Systems (GIS) serve as a framework for collecting, storing, and analysing geographical data. Rooted in the science of geography, GIS integrates many types of data. It analyses spatial location and organises layers of information into visualisations using maps and 3D scenes. With this unique capability, GIS reveals deeper insights into

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