Tag: Endangered and Protected Species
$60m sought to save cassowary
A group formed to help save the endangered cassowary is lobbying the Federal Government for $60 million to help preserve the big bird's habitat in far north Queensland.[MORE]
Government failing to stop illegal fishing at dive site
The State Government has announced measures to combat illegal fishing in dive site where HMAS Brisbane lies, off Mooloolaba on Queensland's Sunshine Coast.[MORE]
Fish get chance for open relationship
It is hoped to save a native fish species in the lower Murray by opening a lock to let the males and females reunite.[MORE]
Whale spotting on the rise
The Department of Environment and Conservation (DEC) says whale sightings off Western Australia's mid-west coast will become more common as the annual migration season ramps up.[MORE]
Wildlife corridor taking shape across outback
South Australian Environment Minister Paul Caica says a wildlife corridor connecting SA with the Northern Territory is on track for completion by 2012.[MORE]
Fears dredging plans threaten dugong
The Capricorn Conservation Council says it is still hopeful that the Federal Government will veto an $800 million dredging project planned for the Gladstone Harbour in central Queensland.[MORE]
Endangered wallabies given new home
A central Queensland wildlife carer has released endangered wallabies into an outback national park to try to ensure their survival.[MORE]
'Flimsy' report doesn't mean Fraser Island dingoes healthy
The Opposition says a survey of dingoes on Fraser Island does not indicate the dogs are healthy.[MORE]
Pest poison setback mars island anniversary
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The 200th anniversary marking the discovery of sub-Antarctic Macquarie Island has been marred by bad news for the island's fragile ecology.[MORE]
Australian savagery and saving the shark
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Acclaimed author Tim Winton says Australians have a primitive idea of the sea which leads them to neglect the very ocean they enjoy.[MORE]
Dingo numbers on Fraser Island underestimated
The Queensland Government says a report shows dingo populations on Fraser Island off the state's south-east are larger than thought.[MORE]
Bad weather halts Macquarie Is rabbit cull
The Tasmanian Government has been forced to shut down its pest eradication program on Macquarie Island due to bad weather.[MORE]
More rangers needed to stop dugong deaths
The State Opposition says more rangers are needed in north Queensland to help cut the number of dugong deaths. [MORE]
Dead dugongs found trapped in illegal nets
Authorities in northern Queensland are asking for the public's help to catch those responsible for the deaths of dugongs found caught in a commercial fishing net.[MORE]
Forestry Tas downplays huon pine concerns
Forestry Tasmania has played down concerns about a plan to harvest huon pine logs near Strahan on Tasmania's west coast.[MORE]
Largest croc of the year caught in Darwin
A 4.1 metre saltwater crocodile has been removed from a trap in Darwin Harbour - the largest croc removed from the harbour region this year.[MORE]
Arkaroola wilderness bid for UN recognition
A bid has been made for outback Arkaroola Wilderness Sanctuary to be given United Nations recognition.[MORE]
Hundreds of endangered reptiles seized
Malaysian officials have seized hundreds of endangered radiated tortoises, tomato frogs and chameleons days after a major wildlife bust of thousands of rare birds.[MORE]
Storm debris a wildlife risk, warn conservationists
Conservationists demand investigation of a sea lion's death near where an abalone farm broke up in a storm in SA.[MORE]
Evidence lacking to lay charges over dead dugongs
Authorities say they still do not have enough evidence to charge several people believed to have illegally netted dugongs in far north Queensland.[MORE]
MP backs council on bat mustering plan
The Member for Dalrymple says he will support the Charters Towers Regional Council in their bid to rid the north Queensland town of thousands of flying foxes.[MORE]
Conservation groups unite on marine park issue
An alliance of almost 40 conservation groups has criticised the New South Wales Government for its "in principle" support for a suspension on new marine parks in New South Wales.[MORE]
Parks Victoria rejects penguin tour proposal
Parks Victoria has rejected a proposal for guided tours of a little penguin colony at the London Bridge beach on the Great Ocean Road.[MORE]
Conservation groups call for connected marine park network
A new report released by two conservation groups claims Australia is not doing enough to protect the habitat of threatened marine animals.[MORE]
Call for giant east coast green corridor
A NSW Government report has recommended setting up a 2,800-kilometre conservation area stretching nearly the full length of Australia's east coast.[MORE]
