Shire Gives Support to Keep Mining Companies Out of Forest

Shire gives support to keep mining companies out of forest

A South West shire has thrown its support behind a community petition which aims to keep mining companies out of native forests, turning those areas into protected national parks.

Submission calls to reject national parks - The Warragul and Drouin Gazette

Local state parks advocate Leonie Blackwell has called on state Environment Minister Steve Dimopoulos to reject the State Government's proposal to convert state forests into national parks. Ms Blackwell recently presented her submission to the...

Crackdown on illegal activity in national parks and state forests

Queensland rangers take action against illegal activities in state forests. Discover the fines issued and how to report unlawful behaviour in natural areas.