QLD Environmental Protection Authority
The ‘Back on Track species prioritisation framework‘ is an initiative of the Queensland Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) that prioritises Queensland’s native species (marine, terrestrial and aquatic species of flora and fauna) to guide conservation, management and recovery.
Southeast Queensland contains part of the Northern genetically distinct Evolutionary Significant Unit of Brush-tailed Rock-wallabies.
How you can help
- Visit the the Queensland Environment and Resource Management website for information on how you can help.
- Establish a community-based Brush-tailed Rock-wallaby support group if there is not one in your area.
- Join or volunteer for community-based Brush-tailed Rock-wallaby support groups such as Conservation Volunteers (Australia)
- Landholders: There are some suggestions on what landholders in Brush-tailed Rock-wallaby habitat can do to help save them from extinction.
Landholders in Queensland can also become involved in the State Government’s Nature Refuges Program or NatureAssist Funding.
Contacts
QLD Environmental Protection Authority (EPA)
All Enquiries Phone: 1300 130 372
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.epa.qld.gov.au
State recovery information: Victoria | New South Wales | Queensland
State Information
What you can do!
An important aspect of Brush-tailed Rock-wallaby recovery is the active involvement of local landholders and the community overall. See what you can do!
Resources
- Vortex Project Brief
- The Shadow – Newsletter of Brush-tailed Rock-wallaby conservation in Victoria
Did you know?
Brush-tailed Rock-wallabies can climb tall trees with their sharp claws and strong legs. They can also climb almost vertical rocks.
