Wild Rivers Updates

Abbott braving the rapids over Wild Rivers legislation - January 14, 2010

Tony Abbott’s "fair dinkum environmentalism" was spectacularly short-lived. If putting trade ahead of protecting whales, and labelling climate change concerns "crap" weren’t enough, Abbott has now launched a campaign to try to undo protections on pristine river systems on Cape York -- some of the last natural, free-flowing rivers in the country.

The Cape York Peninsula conservation debate - June 23, 2009

Cape York Peninsula in far north Queensland is one of the largest intact and most diverse landscapes left on Earth. It is a land rich in nature and culture, where Indigenous peoples’ connections to their Country are active and strong. A worldwide study by Conservation International to identity the Earth’s last remaining wilderness areas lists Cape York Peninsula as one of “wildest tropical environments left on the planet.”

Three more wild rivers protected! Now let's save the Wenlock - April 02, 2009

The Archer, Lockhart and Stewart River Basins on Cape York have just been declared wild rivers by QLD's Premier Anna Bligh, who is delivering on her election promises. Now let's do the same for the Wenlock River, on Cape York Peninsula.

TWS launches new TV ad for election campaign - March 07, 2009

As part of our campaign to ensure the environment is a top priority this election, we have launched a new TV ad urging Queenslanders to choose a Government that will protect our rivers. Screening in Brisbane and Cairns throughout the rest of the election campaign, the ad features stunning imagery of our healthy rivers and a cameo from Western Queensland grazier Angus Emmott.

New alliance to protect Queensland’s Channel Country Rivers - March 03, 2009

In response to ongoing threats to these important river systems, such as increased water extraction (particularly irrigation proposals) and contamination from mine sites, grazier and conservation groups have launched a powerful alliance calling for permanent river protection.

Which future for the Wenlock River? - January 28, 2009

The irreplaceable Wenlock River was nominated for Wild River protection by the Queensland Government in early December 2008. This is a huge opportunity to protect one of our last great wild rivers and we need your support to make this happen.

A 'new deal' for Cape York Peninsula - November 10, 2008

The Wilderness Society has launched the Cape York Heritage Protection Plan as a blue print for coordinated, strategic and funded action for Cape York’s future.

A chance to save three wild rivers - December 30, 2008

A window of opportunity to protect Cape York’s precious wild rivers has just opened. The Queensland and Commonwealth Governments are now pursuing a World Heritage listing for Cape York. Learn how you can make a difference by supporting these first three protection proposals.

Queensland's environment: a Paradise Lost? - June 27, 2008

A report released by The Wilderness Society, WWF-Australia and Queensland Conservation Council shows that Queensland’s environment is in a state of decline after 10 years of Labor in power. In response, the conservation groups are seeking a strong commitment from Queensland Premier Anna Bligh to usher in a new era of environmental responsibility.

First Indigenous Protected Area on CYP leads the way - June 12, 2008

Northern Kaanju Traditional Owners and their guests gathered on traditional homelands in central Cape York Peninsula to share in the celebration of the Cape’s York Peninsula’s first Indigenous Protected Area.