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 Marketing and Communications Manager to join or growing team. Full position description and details on how to apply can be found here: https://npaq.org.au/current-vacancies/

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

From the President – Summer 23

It’s great to start the year with hope and on a positive note. Recently there [...]

10
Feb
Share your Photos Summer 23
06/02/2023

Do you have photos from a visit to a national park or protected area? Send [...]

Senior Ranger Martin Ambrose

Martin is a Senior Ranger based in Dalby in the Western Downs region. On reflection, [...]

03
Feb
NP Experience – Paluma Range NP

Paluma Range National Park is a beautiful and unique nature reserve located in Far North [...]

03
Feb
Superb Fairy Wren

The Superb Fairy-wren (Malurus cyaneus), also known as the Superb Blue Wren, is a species [...]

03
Feb
Park in Focus – Lamington NP (Binna Burra)

*This article has been amended since release due to misinformation – we apologise for any [...]

03
Feb
Queensland Independent EPA

Introduction Queensland is considering establishing an independent Environment Protection Agency (EPA) and this gives us [...]

03
Feb
NPAQ Strategic Plan 23-25

We have recently published our 2023-25 strategic plan. The strategic plan outlines NPAQ’s vision for [...]

03
Feb