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Your local MP needs to hear from you – their constituents – about Queensland’s nature.
Politicians often speak warmly about Queensland’s environment — its beauty, its global appeal, its importance to tourism. But when it comes to the budget, that enthusiasm often fades.
This year was no different. While big money was promised for promoting nature through tourism, there was very little for actually protecting it. As a proportion of total land mass, Queensland has less protected area than any other state. That means unique plants, animals, and ecosystems are left without safeguards — and communities miss out on the benefits that come with well-managed natural places.
Our MPs need to know that words aren’t enough. Queenslanders care deeply about nature, and we expect to see real leadership — especially when it comes to protecting the landscapes, species, and outdoor spaces that define this state.
Some ideas of what you might say to your MP
- Start by saying who you are and where you live. Mention why nature matters to you — maybe you hike, camp, work in tourism, or simply care about what we’re leaving for future generations.
- Be clear about what you want. For example: “Please support doubling Queensland’s protected areas to 17 percent in well-managed parks and conservation reserves, places that are ready to explore.”
- Why does it matter? Queensland is home to 85% of Australia’s native mammals, over 14,000 plant species, and some of the most spectacular natural places on Earth. But we protect less than 9% of our land, the lowest of any state or territory.
- Tell them to support initiatives that we already know work: protect more land, support the people who care for it, and invest in the ranger workforce that keeps it healthy and accessible.
Writing to your MP makes a difference. Their offices keep track of what constituents are saying. A short, personal message from you is one of the most effective ways to show this matters — not just to nature, but to voters.