Jollys Lookout Vegetation Management Group 2026

The Vegetation Management Group is a monthly volunteer-based project to remove lantana and weeds from the Jollys Lookout section of D’Aguilar National Park, west of Brisbane.(click here for locality map)

Originally started by Honorary Protector Les Weller in 1986, and with the support of QPWS, the project has been managed by NPAQ since 1990.

In 1995, the NPAQ Vegetation Management Group was awarded the John Herbert Award by the National Trust for Excellence in Heritage Conservation Works or Action.

Read more on our Achievements page.

To Register: QPWS is instituting a volunteer portal sometime this year. Meanwhile you will need to contact the volunteer co-ordinator, Amber Theo (amber.theo@detsi.qld.gov.au) who will assist you to fill in the appropriate forms.

Once this is done, you can register on NPAQ’s website or contact Angus McElnea Phone – 0429 854 446 or Email: gus_mcelnea@hotmail.com

When & Where to meet: 9am – Jolly’s Lookout Lower Car Park, Mt Nebo Road, D’Aguilar National Park.

Directions: Take the Mt Nebo-Mt Glorious Rd through The Gap, to Jolly’s Lookout lower car park.

Jolly’s Lookout is approx. 15km (18mins) drive past Walkabout Creek Visitor Centre.

What to bring: Gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, insect repellent, sunscreen, water, morning tea, and lunch.