Celebrating 92 Years

What We Do

NPAQ advocates for the protection, expansion and good management of the protected areas in Queensland; offers a bushwalking and outdoor recreation activity program; and provides opportunities to participate in community conservation and Citizen Science projects.

NPAQ supports the development and application of scientific and professional knowledge in advancing national parks and nature conservation.

Support Us

Since 1930, the National Parks Association of Queensland (NPAQ) has bought together people who share an appreciation for national parks and the vital role they play in conserving our unique natural environment.

It is only with your continued support that NPAQ can continue our work towards the expansion and better management of national parks in Queensland. Thank you for renewing your membership with NPAQ.

Work with us

NPAQ is currently seeking a stand out Fundraising Coordinator to join or growing team. Full position description and details on how to apply can be found here: https://npaq.org.au/support-us/work-for-us/

Kids in National Parks

Whether the idea of taking your children out into nature fills you with a sense of excited anticipation or nervous dread, one thing is certain – today, more than ever, we are well aware of the benefits of childhood contact with nature:

*Positive mental health outcomes;

*Physical health benefits;

*Enhanced intellectual development; and

* A stronger sense of concern and care for the environment in

Activities and Events

NPAQ aims to offer a range of bushwalking and other activities for our members, as well as guests/members of the public. Activities may include social events, half day, full day, overnight walks, birdwatching, canoeing, camps, extended excursions, citizen science events and national park projects.

Become a member and participate in recreational activities, or attend member only camps, excursions and events.

Upcoming Events

Latest news

NPAQ is Hiring

Role Description: Fundraising Coordinator Role: Fundraising Coordinator, National Parks Association of Queensland Inc. Location: 9/36 Finchley Street, [...]

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Jan
Ranger Wil

Wil is Ranger in Charge (RIC) of Lamington National Park in the Gold Coast Hinterland. [...]

21
Oct
Kroombit Tops National Park Experience

I first visited Kroombit Tops in 1998 as a Central Queensland local. At only eight [...]

21
Oct
Northern Hairy Nosed Wombat

The northern hairy-nosed wombat is one of the world’s rarest marsupials and the largest of [...]

21
Oct
Mapleton National Park

Mapleton National Park is just 95kM (roughly an hour) north of Brisbane city, making it [...]

21
Oct
Conservation of birds in fragmented landscapes requires protected areas

For successful conservation of biodiversity, it is vital to know whether protected areas in increasingly [...]

21
Oct
Families for the Forests 2022

On December 10th this year, the day before World Mountains Day, the National Parks Association [...]

21
Oct
20th Romeo Lahey Memorial Lecture

The Romeo Lahey Memorial Lecture is held in memory and celebration of our founder, Romeo [...]

21
Oct