29th Symposium on Sea Turtle Biology and Conservation
http://www.turtlesbrisbane2009.org/page-3-3-SponsorshipExhibition.htm
17-19 February 2009, Brisbane, Australia. The International Sea Turtle Society convenes an annual symposium to bring people together to promote the exchange of information that advances the global knowledge of sea turtle biology and conservation. This is the first time the symposium has been held in Australia, and indeed the southern hemisphere.
Balancing production with nature conservation case studies from southern inland Queensland
http://www.epa.qld.gov.au/publications/p00468aa.pdf/Balancing_production_with_nature_conservation_case_studies_from_southern_inland_Queensland.pdf
Link to an interesting publication on balancing production/conservation from SQ
Bilateral Agreements, Joint Steering Committee, Regions and Regional Bodies, etc.
www.nrm.gov.au/state/qld/index
Climate Change and Greenhouse
http://www.epa.qld.gov.au/environmental_management/sustainability/climate_change_and_greenhouse/
The Queensland Government's climate change and greenhouse website.
ClimateSmart Living
www.climatesmart.qld.gov.au/
The average Queensland household emits over seven tonnes of greenhouse gases each year through energy use. This site has suggestions as to how daily actions can help slow climate change.
Department of Environment and Heritage (Australia)
www.deh.gov.au/
The Australian Government Department of the Environment and Heritage (DEH) develops and implements national policy, programs and legislation to protect and conserve Australia's natural environment and cultural heritage.
Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
www.gbrmpa.gov.au
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (GBRMPA) is the principal adviser to the Australian Government on the care and development of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
Gross value of production
http://www2.dpi.qld.gov.au/businessservices/17824.html
Gross value of production (GVP) for Queensland's primary industries and fisheries: Department of Primary Industries & Fisheries Minister Prospects Update.
Mapping Acid-Sulfate Soils
www.asris.csiro.au
A web-based mapping system for acid-sulfate soils. With the treatment and management of acid sulfate soils costing $180 million in Queensland alone each year, this tool will be vital for all coastal land managers. Visit the website and click on ‘maps’ then ‘coastal acid sulfate soils’ to view your area.
National Action Plan for Salinity and Water quality
www.napswq.gov.au
National Action Plan for Salinity and Water quality
Natural Resource Management (Australia)
www.nrm.gov.au/
This web site provides information about the integrated implementation of the National Action Plan for Salinity and Water Quality (NAP) and the Natural Heritage Trust (NHT) programs at the regional level. The NAP and the NHT are cooperatively implemented by the Australian, State and Territory Governments.
NRM Climate Change Network
http://www.nrmtoolbar.net.au/evidence-base/climate-change-nrm
This network has been established to help regional natural resource management (NRM) organisations across Australia share information about climate, its impacts on natural resource assets and methods for investigating and adapting to climate change. It also contributes to efforts to build capacity for adaptation to climate change - by linking regional NRM practitioners to existing information, and helping them build networks.
Prime Ministerial Task Group on Emissions Trading
www.pmc.gov.au/emissionstrading/
Reef Plan
http://www.reefplan.qld.gov.au/
RIRDC
http://www.rirdc.gov.au
The Rural Industries Research and Development Corporation is a partnership between the Australian Government and industry to fund and manage priority research across three key areas – new rural industries, selected established industries, and national rural issues. Visit www.rirdc.gov.au or phone 02 6272 4819 for more information.
Sustaining the Blue Planet
http://www.kenes.com/isme12/scientific.asp?ref10=db1#plenary
17-22 Aug 2008,Cairns Convention Centre, The 12th International Symposium on Microbial Ecology
Early bird registration up until Friday 25 July 2008.
Thuringowa City Council
www.thuringowa.qld.gov.au
Townsville City Council Calendar of Events
www.townsville.qld.gov.au/calendar
Vista
vista.net.au/portal/index
Welcome to Vista - the central point of natural resource management information and project management tools for regional bodies and individuals.
Water for cities and homes
www.environment.gov.au/water/
Part of the new Australian Government water resources website, it includes tips for saving water in the home, links to the Water Efficiency and Labeling Standards (WELS) Scheme, and other useful resources.
Water Quality Online
http://www.wqonline.info/
Water Quality Online is the home of the National Action Plan for Salinity and Water Quality's Queensland Water Quality program.
Waterwatch Australia
www.waterwatch.org.au/
Waterwatch is a national community water quality monitoring network that encourages all Australians to become active in the protection of their waterways.