Where the Rainforest Meets the Reef
Famous for its 2,300 kilometre long Great Barrier Reef with 900 islands, Queensland has outstanding rainforests and wildlife like tree-kangaroos and Palm Cockatoos. Inland there are vast deserts and productive agricultural lands. We work closely with Indigenous Traditional Owners across north Queensland’s tropical savannas for better conservation outcomes, and conduct research on the reef.
Our Work in Queensland
Partnerships
Working with Indigenous Australians for Conservation
Working in this way keeps traditional knowledge alive, makes the conservation work more successful and helps the transfer of knowledge from elders to young people.
Partnerships
Fighting fire with fire
The smart use of fire, such as the reinstatement of traditional fire regimes used by Indigenous Australians for tens of thousands of years, has many positive benefits for conservation, local communities and for huge reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
Places We Protect
Noosa River Shellfish Beds
Noosa has a reputation as one of Australia’s most desirable destinations. It is known for its beautiful beaches and bays, but not for its once abundant oyster beds. But we're bringing them back.
Science
Great Barrier Reef pollution
Research led by scientists from The Nature Conservancy and the University of Queensland has identified the rivers most responsible for polluting the Great Barrier Reef.
Media Statements
High-tech science identifies biggest reef polluters
Media Statement on scientific research on identifying sources of pollution on the Great Barrier Reef in order to prioritise action.
Media Statements
There’s still time to save the Great Barrier Reef
Media Statement on latest research findings on Australia's Great Barrier Reef.