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Team Turtle Seasonal Report

TTCQ 23/24 Season Report

The following report was produced by Karl French in conjunction with FBA. The report, or any part of it, must not, directly or indirectly, be used, distributed, printed or copied without prior written consent from FBA.

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23/10/2024

Yakka Skink Fact Sheet

Yakka Skink Fact Sheet

Yakka Skinks (Egernia rugosa) are listed as “vulnerable” under the Australian Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act due to habitat loss. Yakka Skinks are found only in Queensland, and specifically favour Brigalow Country. Yakka Skinks need our help to protect their current population as they contribute to healthy ecosystems and biodiversity.

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12/09/2024

GRASS – Case Study

GRASS - Case Study

From learning to implementing and finally seeing results, station manager Michael Fisher, also known as Blue, has had quite the journey. FBA Land Management Officer, Sophie Wilkins first met Blue at a workshop where they discussed Cerberus, the 8000ha grazing property managed by Blue and his wife Aleah. After some discussions and a property visit, Cerberus was identified as an ideal candidate for the GRASS program.

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27/08/2024

Ornamental Snakes Fact Sheet

Ornamental Snakes Fact Sheet

Ornamental snakes are listed as "Vulnerable" under the Australian Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act (1999) due to habitat loss. Their biggest threat is habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development. Native to Australia and specifically found in Queensland, their habitat is in the brigalow threatened ecological community. While Ornamental snakes are venomous, they are not dangerous to humans or cattle.

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02/07/2024

FBA Flyer

FBA Flyer

The FBA services flyer is a basic introduction to promote brand awareness for FBA. The flyer briefly outlines who we are, what we do and where our region is.

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02/07/2024

Fitzroy Water Quality Program – E-magazine 

Fitzroy Water Quality Program – E-magazine

Read about the on-ground projects delivered as part of the Fitzroy Water Quality Program.

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26/06/2024

Native Trees in Agricultural Systems – Case Study

Native Trees in Agricultural Systems - Case Study

For central Queensland grazier Anna Radel, establishing more tree coverage in the paddock was about improving groundcover, with the additional hope of bringing back a once well-known koala population.

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12/06/2024

GRASS – Case Study

GRASS - Case Study

Landholder Steve Farmer and his family are no first-timers when it comes to putting in the hard work to get the most out of their property. Dedicated to improving the productivity of their 4,300ha grazing property Mt Elsa, Steve, his wife Claire and their three children have worked with Fitzroy Basin Association (FBA) across many projects. The latest project is through the Grazing Resilience and Sustainable Solutions (GRASS) program.

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08/04/2024

Benefits of Native Trees in CQ Grazing Systems

Benefits of Native Trees in CQ Grazing Systems

Retention or restoration of a healthy mix of native local trees and plants on central Queensland properties can have a variety of benefits. Trees improve the productivity and profitability of grazing systems while also helping biodiversity to flourish. This guide is a condensed version of Steve Elson’s full resource on how to establish or restore trees on CQ grazing properties.

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15/02/2024