National Parks Association of Queensland

28/10/2026

Can you guess where November's Park of the Month will be?

Drop your answer in the comments 👇

Stay tuned for bookings to open in early November!

Parks Connect is proudly supported through funding from the Queensland Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation.

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26/10/2026

Have you always dreamed of pulling on a pair of boots and a khaki shirt adorned with the Herbie badge on the sleeve and getting out there in Queensland's stunning National Parks to make a real difference on the ground? 💚

Well, what are you waiting for? Queensland National Parks are now hiring for entry-level Rangers. Make your work count and apply today by clicking the link in the QPWS ad. Applications close on 30 October.

If you’re passionate about conserving Queensland’s parks, forests, and wildlife, and want ‘the great outdoors’ to be your office, then we want to hear from you! As a Ranger, you’ll have the opportunity to choose various career paths across Queensland, with some of the most stunning landsca...

21/10/2026

It's National Bird Week (19–25 October), a time to celebrate our feathered friends, and we still have some FREE tickets to Bunya Bird Bingo available ... so, if you're looking for a sign to see more birds, this is it!

Join bird expert Bernice Seton for a beginner-friendly bird walk through Dandabah Picnic Area in stunning Bunya Mountains NP! Binoculars are available for use on the day.

📅 Saturday 31 October
🕐 2:30 to 4:00 PM
📍 Bunya Mountains National Park, Dandabah Picnic Area

🎟️ Book your free spot: https://bit.ly/Oct26POTMEB

Parks Connect is proudly supported through funding from the Queensland Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation.

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19/10/2026

14/10/2026

It's spook season, and that means ... watch out for "ghost camping".

People booking up all of the campsites "just in case" and then never appearing in person to actually enjoy the little patch of paradise they booked is a real problem in Queensland's National Parks and limits the ability of others to see and appreciate our wonderful wild places.

This holiday season, please book only what you need, when you need it, and cancel your campsite online if you can no longer make it. Please don't "ghost" Queensland's hardworking Rangers with a no-show.

14/10/2026

October is Queensland Seniors Month, another reason to celebrate some of our most dedicated and long-term members and volunteers.

NPAQ itself turns 97 next year, and the dedication of our members and volunteers is why we're still continuing to increase our impact across Queensland's protected areas. Our legacy of protecting Queensland's National Parks wouldn't exist without these "parks passionate" people, many of whom have been part of NPAQ's story for decades.

We're so very grateful for our community! 💚

12/10/2026

NPAQ would like to thank our councillors and exec, members, volunteers, supporters and staff who came along on Saturday for our Annual General Meeting. We really appreciate your ongoing support, which keeps our association strong and flourishing.

To check out our Annual Report and learn more about how you can get involved with NPAQ, head to our website at npaq.org.au

06/10/2026

Bats are extraordinary navigators and much-needed pollinators, but sadly, they're also some of Australia's most misunderstood mammals.

This October, Cadet Rangers (aged 13–17 years) at David Fleay Wildlife Park will get the inside story on Bats when Rhiannon from Bats QLD provides BAT INSIGHTS on the features and behaviours that make these flying mammals so remarkable.

Cadets will also learn more about real-life bat conservation, with a focus on the skills Rangers and scientists use to protect flying foxes and microbats.

📅 Saturday 24 October
🕐 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
📍 David Fleay Wildlife Park, Burleigh Heads

Wear a hat and enclosed shoes, and bring a full water bottle for this fully supervised session that is part of the Parks Connect Cadet Ranger Program.

🎟️ Book your free spot today: https://bit.ly/Oct26CRDF

Parks Connect is proudly supported through funding from the Queensland Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation.

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05/10/2026

October is a bat-tastic month to learn more about creatures of the night, so introduce your child to the nocturnal world of Australia's only flying mammals at this BRILLIANT BATS Junior Ranger session at Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre.

Guided by Bec from Bat Conservation & Rescue QLD, your Junior Ranger will explore the difference between flying foxes and microbats. They'll also learn about bat behaviours and the epic echolocation skills of some species, as well as how important flying fox pollinators are for Queensland's ecosystems.

📅 Sunday 18 October
🕐 9:00 to 10:30 AM
📍 Walkabout Creek Discovery Centre
Note: No bats will be encountered or handled during this session. Wear a hat and enclosed shoes for this fully supervised, child-only session that is part of the Parks Connect Junior Ranger program.

🎟️ Book your free spot: https://bit.ly/Oct26JRWC

Parks Connect is proudly supported through funding from the Queensland Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation.

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05/10/2026

Can your child tell the difference between a flying fox and a microbat?

With Rhiannon, President of Bats QLD, at the helm of this Junior Ranger FLYING FRIENDS session, your child will learn the difference as they explore the incredible features and behaviours of these misunderstood flying mammals, from echolocation to the vital pollinator role flying foxes play in keeping Queensland's ecosystems healthy.

📅 Saturday 24 October
🕐 9:00 to 10:30 AM
📍 David Fleay Wildlife Park, Burleigh Heads
Note: No bats will be encountered or handled during this session. Wear a hat and enclosed shoes for this fully supervised, child-only session that is part of the Parks Connect Junior Ranger program.

🎟️ Book your free spot: https://bit.ly/Oct26JRDF

Parks Connect is proudly supported through funding from the Queensland Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation.


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