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LOTS 11 AND 12 WILL BE PROTECTED FOREVER

Purchasing and protecting Lots 11 and 12 Forest Creek Road increases the area of the Rainforest Rescue Nature Refuge and Forest Creek Wildlife Corridor

Both have National Park and World Heritage Area connectivity and the total size is around two hectares. Both possess significant biodiversity, including four species that have limited distribution. Thanks to Rainforest Rescuers all around the world, from business partners who put their money where their brand is to individuals who can make significant contributions to everyone who gave in any amount this habitat is protected forever.

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We’re often asked about our strategy of purchasing individual parcels of rainforest and whether it makes much difference.

Buying individual parcels of rainforest land that is currently in private hands is the single best way to maintain and protect rainforest. It is very effective and in the Daintree it works as a ‘stop gap’ measure that ensures these properties are not developed and that they remain undisturbed; providing refugia for the rare and threatened species of the Daintree.

They also act as ‘buffers’ that prevent further rainforest eroding. It is akin to a wedge—a pristine and vital wedge. Buying such properties as Lots 11 and 12 is also key to our longer term strategy of acquiring and protecting small blocks that in time can be connected and wildlife corridors created.

This is exactly what we’ve seen—wildlife returning and biodiversity increasing—when such small parcels of rainforest properties are protected and pieced together in this way.

These corridors provide essential connectivity; protecting and sustaining the many rare and threatened species of the Daintree. Animals like the Spotted-Tail Quoll, Bennett’s Tree Kangaroo and the iconic Southern Cassowary, all benefit.

We first visited Lots 11 and 12 many years ago. They are both owned by the one property owner and over the years as we have purchased 9 neighbouring lots, the importance of Lots 11 and 12 has markedly increased.

So when these two connected rainforest properties became available for purchase, we returned to Lots 11 and 12 Forest Creek Road. Both these properties have had little disturbance. The canopy is intact and is typical of the forest in that general area.

Allen Sheather, our Ecological Advisor, has reported that in the context of the neighbouring lots and the quality of existing rainforest located there, these are ideal purchases and that their value to us, and to rainforest conservation more generally, is very significant.

You don’t need us to tell you that as our world gets more complex and our society more technologically advanced, it is easy to underestimate the fundamental role that tropical rainforests, like the Daintree, have.

Tropical rainforests regulate climate and global weather patterns. They are among Earth’s most precious resources. They have a profound influence on freshwater provision, climate stabilisation, pollination and food production, air quality, temperature, biodiversity, medicines and human health.

Globally, tropical deforestation and degradation have reduced the area covered by tropical rainforests from 12 percent to less than 5 percent of Earth’s land area. This is terrifying because the benefits obtained by healthy rainforest ecosystems underpin our very existence and are the pillars of planetary well-being.

Individually, it’s overwhelming. But collectively, when we purchase and protect precious parcels such as Lots 11 and 12, we can indeed help save the rainforests we love and protect them forever. Small local acts, can have global impact.

Forest Creek Road Image Gallery

Wildlife such as Musky Rat-kangaroo (Hypsiprymnodon moschatus), Southern Cassowary (Casuarius casuarius johnsonii), Spectacled Flying-fox (Pteropus conspicillatus) and Spotted-tailed Quoll (Dasyurus maculatus maculatus) have been seen or are known to live in the habitat of Lots 11 and 12 Forest Creek Road. Extending this Nature Refuge to protect them is crucial.

For over twenty years, Rainforest Rescue has worked to understand, value, and protect our tropical rainforests and during that time our primary focus has been on the most ancient of rainforests, the Daintree.

Working alongside members of the local community, guided by impeccable scientists, and in consultation with Indigenous elders from the region, we’ve developed best practices for the protection of rainforests and creation of contiguous nature corridors.

But, it is only thanks to the consistent and regular support that every Rainforest Rescue supporter provides which means we can do this. These donations empowered us to buy these two very precious parcels of rainforest.

PROTECTED – Lots 11 and 12 Forest Creek Rd

PROTECTION PORTFOLIO

It’s in our nature to protect. With the help of Rainforest Rescuers – people like you – we are significantly protecting pristine habitat for Nature and achieving strong wins for biodiversity. Visit our Protection Portfolio page for a full list of properties protected by Rainforest Rescue since 1999.

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The Daintree is Australia’s largest and most biodiverse rainforest 🌳🍄🦎🐞🐌. It’s existed far longer than any other rainforest on the planet. Continuously evolving and growing, living and breathing for over 180 million years, the Daintree is a unique and remarkable wonder 💚.⁠

Make rescuing and restoring Rainforests part of your day-to-day life. Together, we can Protect Rainforests Forever. ⁠

Become a Rainforest Guardian today: www.rainforestrescue.org.au/rainforest-guardians (link in bio) 💚.⁠

📹️: MaryBeth Harrison on a Dreamtime Walk with Yunganda (Skip) at Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre⁠

@mossmangorge #DaintreeRainforest #TreesAreTheAnswer #RainforestGuardians #WetTropics #LoveDaintree #ConservationGoals #Biodiversity #GreenEconomy #Conservation #Reforestation #Regeneration #ProtectDaintree #FNQ #PlantTrees #NativeNursery #AncientRainforest #ClimateChange #ConservationPartners #EcologicalRestoration #FarNorthQueensland #LoveTrees @daintreediscovery @destinationdaintree @portdouglas #AustralianRainforest @qldparks @destinationdaintree @portdouglasdaintree @portdouglasuncovered @cairnstourism @cairnsaustralia #PlantMoreTrees #RainforestProtection #ConservationCommunity #RainforestGuardian⁠
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110 Cape Tribulation Rd is 30 hectares (75 acres) of opportunity 🌳🌳🌳. ⁠

Let`s protect the Daintree Rainforest habitat FOREVER together 💚. ⁠

How? By regrowing viable, lush rainforest habitat. 110 Cape Tribulation Rd is perfect for replanting a rainforest, one seedling at a time.⁠

Donate today: www.rainforestrescue.org.au/lot-110 (link in bio) 🌳🌳🌳. ⁠

#CapeTribulation #CapeTribulationRoad #CapeTribulationLand #Daintree #DaintreeRainforest #AustralianRainforest #AncientRainforest #FNQ #Conservation #Reforestation #ClimateChange #Biodiversity #ConservationGoals #Flora #Fauna #DaintreeWildlife #Ecosystems #DaintreeRiver #RestoreDaintree #Donate
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#ForestFlora: Fan palms (Licuala ramsayi) are an iconic feature of Queensland’s northern rainforests, reaching heights of up to 20 meters 🌴😲.⁠

The leaves are used by the Aboriginal people of north Queensland for thatching, traditionally providing shelter from rain and wraps for food.⁠

The Southern cassowary relies on the palms for food (while they rely on cassowaries to disperse the seeds). ⁠

Fan palms play a vital role in the sub-canopy of rainforests, mangroves, littoral forests, vine forests, and riverine habitats 💚.⁠

Learn more online: www.rainforestrescue.org.au/forest-flora-fan-palm (link in bio) 👀.⁠

📷: John Benfer ⁠

#FanPalms #DaintreeFlora #DaintreeRainforest #FNQ #Queensland #Rainforest #RainforestFlora #AboriginalAustralia #CassowaryFood #SouthernCassowary #Ecosystems #Conservation
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Conservation work in the Daintree supports this ancient forest ecosystem that has been evolving longer than any other in the world We’re on a mission to increase connectivity, preserve biodiversity and protect rainforests forever 💚.⁠

We collect, propagate and grow all the rainforest trees for our Daintree lowland revegetation ‘Plant a Rainforest’ projects, the impacts of which cannot be overstated 🌳🌳🌳. ⁠

Your contributions directly rescue and protect nature in Australia’s largest, most biodiverse rainforest: www.rainforestrescue.org.au/donate (link in bio) 🙌.⁠

📸: Martin Stringer at NightWings⁠

#DaintreeRainforest #Rainforest #TreesAreTheAnswer #PlantTrees #DaintreeNursery #Conservation #Daintree #EcoWarriors #Donate #ProtectDaintree #ConservationGoals #LoveTrees #LoveDaintree #ProtectForests #RainforestGuardian #Biodiversity
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You`ve probably heard about #NextGenRainforestRescuers, a community of young conservation troopers that have been fundraising, planting trees, making documentaries, educating themselves and their peers, and helping create change in many diverse, impactful, and creative ways 💚.⁠

We are so proud of these young achievers! ⁠

Help us create a better future for all young people by becoming a Rainforest Guardian today: www.rainforestrescue.org.au/rainforest-guardians (🔗 in bio).⁠

Or, if you know a #NextGenRainforestRescuer that you`d like to see featured, DM us here 💬 or email info@rainforestrescue.org.au 💌.⁠

📸: Martin Stringer⁠

#AustralianRainforest #PlantTrees #DaintreeRainforest #RainforestGuardian #YoungPeople #Youth #LoveTrees #RainforestJourney @daintreediscovery @destinationdaintree @portdouglas @qldparks @destinationdaintree @portdouglasdaintree @portdouglasuncovered @cairnstourism @cairnsaustralia #Conservation #Environment #TreesAreTheAnswer #Daintree #DaintreeNationalPark #MoreTrees #Donate #SupportNotForProfits
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Will you help us take action now to secure and restore 110 Cape Tribulation Road?⁠

So much is at stake:⁠

🟢 Restoring 25 hectares (62.5 acres) with 3,500 trees per hectare to support biodiversity and sequester carbon as soon as possible.⁠
🟢 Creating a thriving habitat for migratory and endemic wildlife like Buff-breasted Kingfishers and Victoria’s Riflebird.⁠
🟢 Building an interconnected landscape that strengthens the Daintree’s resilience to climate change⁠
🟢 Helping to mitigate the biodiversity crisis with new habitat.⁠

Your gift today marks the beginning of a resilient Restoration Economy for the region: www.rainforestrescue.org.au/lot-110 (link in bio) 💚. ⁠

#CapeTribulation #CapeTribulationRoad #CapeTribulationLand #Daintree #DaintreeRainforest #AustralianRainforest #AncientRainforest #FNQ #Conservation #Reforestation #ClimateChange #Biodiversity #ConservationGoals #Flora #Fauna #DaintreeWildlife #Ecosystems #DaintreeRiver #RestoreDaintree #Donate
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When organic matter decomposes in landfill it creates methane, a greenhouse gas around 28 times more potent than carbon dioxide 😲.⁠

Composting can make a big positive impact on our environment and climate change 💚.⁠

Join the composting movement and let`s make a huge difference together: www.compostconnect.org/compost-for-climate (link in bio) ♻️.⁠

🎨: @compost.connect⁠

#CompostConnect #ClimateChange #Compost # Composting #Recycling #Conservation #Landfill #ProtectRainforests #AustralianRainforests ⁠
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Have you heard of #NextGenRainforestRescuers? ⁠

They are a community of young conservation troopers that have been fundraising, planting trees, making documentaries, educating themselves and their peers, and helping create change in many diverse, impactful, and creative ways 💚.⁠

Help us create a better future for all young people by becoming a Rainforest Guardian today: rainforestrescue.org.au/rainforest-guardians (link in bio).⁠

Or, if you know a #NextGenRainforestRescuer that you`d like to see featured, DM us here 💬 or email info@rainforestrescue.org.au 💌.⁠

📸: Silvia Di Domenicantonio⁠

#AustralianRainforest #PlantTrees #DaintreeRainforest #RainforestGuardian #YoungPeople #Youth #LoveTrees #RainforestJourney @daintreediscovery @destinationdaintree @portdouglas @qldparks @destinationdaintree @portdouglasdaintree @portdouglasuncovered @cairnstourism @cairnsaustralia #Conservation #Environment #TreesAreTheAnswer #Daintree #DaintreeNationalPark #MoreTrees #Donate #SupportNotForProfits
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On September 5th, 2024, Branden and Mark took to the airwaves with Michael Joseph, host of ‘The Michael Joseph Show’, on @douglasfm101.5 🎙️

Michael spoke with Branden and Mark about Rainforest Rescue’s strategies; how important the Daintree community is to them; and what they mean by “The Daintree Rainforest doesn’t need saving”.

For further insights into Rainforest Rescue and our conservation efforts, explore www.rainforestrescue.org.au (link in bio) 🌱 💚 🌳

To discover more of what Douglas FM has to offer visit www.douglasfm.au

#ProtectRainforestsForever #TheBestTimeIsNow #RR25 #TimeToGrow #PlantARainforest #TreesAreTheAnswer #DaintreeRainforest #TimeToGrow #Daintree #FarNorthQueensland #Conservation #Restoration
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If you are lucky to live among cassowaries or are visiting areas where they live, please take the steps below to ensure your safety and the safety of these magnificent birds: ⁠

- Do not feed them⁠
- Drive carefully ⁠
- Keep your dog(s) away⁠
- Avoid confrontation ⁠
- Report sightings ⁠

It`s important to remember the role cassowaries play in maintaining the rainforest, and, of course, the impacts people and modern day life have on the habitat and lives of these ancient birds. ⁠

Together we can help cassowaries thrive!⁠

Learn more online: www.rainforestrescue.org.au/save-the-cassowary/living-with-cassowaries (link in bio)💚. ⁠

📷: Martin Stringer⁠

#SouthernCassowary #Daintree #DaintreeRainforest #DaintreeBirds #RainforestGardener #FarNorthQueensland #RainforestGuardian #Cassowary #FNQ #TropicalRainforest #AustralianRainforest #AncientRainforest #ProtectRainforestsForever #SupportNotForProfits #Donate #DinoBirds @birdlifeoz @birdsinbackyards @birdsofaustralia
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30 hectares (75 acres) of former sugarcane land including 25 hectares (62.5 acres) waiting to be reforested 🌳🌳🌳.⁠

This property is perfect for replanting a rainforest, one seedling at a time. ⁠

Let`s do it together! ⁠

Donate today: www.rainforestrescue.org.au/lot-110 (link in bio) 💚. ⁠

#CapeTribulation #CapeTribulationRoad #CapeTribulationLand #Daintree #DaintreeRainforest #AustralianRainforest #AncientRainforest #FNQ #Conservation #Reforestation #ClimateChange #Biodiversity #ConservationGoals #Flora #Fauna #DaintreeWildlife #Ecosystems #DaintreeRiver #RestoreDaintree #Donate
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#CritterCorner: Southern Cassowaries (Casuarius casuarius johnsonii) are Australia’s heaviest bird, weighing up to 70kg! Reaching 1.8m in height they are 3rd tallest behind emus (up to 2m) & ostriches (up to 2.7m) 💙❤️🖤.⁠

Like the Emu and Ostrich, the Southern Cassowary is a ratite – a large flightless bird with unusual feathers, strong legs and other distinguishing features that point to its unique evolutionary history.⁠

Learn more about cassowaries online: www.rainforestrescue.org.au/critter-corner-southern-cassowary (link in bio) 💙❤️🖤.⁠

📷️: Robert Tidey⁠

#SouthernCassowary #Daintree #DaintreeRainforest #DaintreeBirds #RainforestGardener #FarNorthQueensland #RainforestGuardian #Cassowary #FNQ #TropicalRainforest #AustralianRainforest #AncientRainforest #ProtectRainforestsForever #SupportNotForProfits #Donate #DinoBirds @birdlifeoz @birdsinbackyards @birdsofaustralia
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In a recent Supporter Survey, you listed climate change, logging and property development as the top 3 threats to rainforests, with government policy and agriculture rounding out the top 5.⁠

And, when you boil it down, all these threats are intertwined. Poor policy decisions lead to substandard protection of habitat and unchecked destruction of biodiverse areas for human use and consumption. Nature is, sadly, at our mercy.⁠

This is why declared Nature Refuges are critical to safeguarding the future of these precious habitats 🌱💚🌳.⁠

Considering the current situation can be a daunting task, let alone thinking about the future. But we must think forward to set a course and to give all of us hope that we can and will make a positive difference, inspiring others to do so in the process.⁠

We`d love to hear from you! Check out our one-question survey at https://bit.ly/oneQ (link in bio) and share what you think the next 25 years are going to bring. ⁠

Or, to read more about the Supporter Survey results, visit www.rainforestrescue.org.au/rainforest-conservation-and-hope-for-the-future (link in bio) 💚.⁠

#DaintreeRainforest #RainforestGuardian #LoveTrees #Conservation #Environment #TreesAreTheAnswer #Daintree #DaintreeNationalPark #PlantTrees #MoreTrees #Donate #SupportNotForProfits #LandManagement #ConservationGoals #LoveForests #TeamWork #Nursery #DaintreeNursery @daintreediscovery @destinationdaintree @portdouglas #AustralianRainforest @qldparks @destinationdaintree @portdouglasdaintree @portdouglasuncovered @cairnstourism @cairnsaustralia⁠
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110 Cape Tribulation Rd is 30 hectares (75 acres) of former sugarcane land with some naturally regenerated habitat and plenty of land for restoration. We need your help to rescue and restore this land to its biodiverse potential 💚.

Together with you, Rainforest Rescue has now protected almost 122Ha (300 acres) , providing vital habitat and connectivity. Let’s add this strategically important property to our #ProtectionPortfolio.

Together, we can regrow viable, lush rainforest habitat and help preserve vital biodiversity, making a BIG difference in the Daintree (and the world).

Donate today: www.rainforestrescue.org.au/lot-110 (link in bio) 💚.

#CapeTribulation #CapeTribulationRoad #CapeTribulationLand #Daintree #DaintreeRainforest #AustralianRainforest #AncientRainforest #FNQ #Conservation #Reforestation #ClimateChange #Biodiversity #ConservationGoals #Flora #Fauna #DaintreeWildlife #Ecosystems #DaintreeRiver #RestoreDaintree
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We thought this landscape was lost forever. Turns out, it was waiting for you. 110 Cape Tribulation Rd is 30 hectares (75 acres) of former sugarcane land waiting to be reforested 🌳🌳🌳, creating a biodiversity rich island in the middle of the valley.⁠

We cannot ignore the unfolding environmental and biodiversity crises in Australia (and the world) and feel the urgency to act and inspire. ⁠

Help us restore and protect lowland tropical rainforest habitat - donate today - www.rainforestrescue.org.au/lot-110 (link in bio) 💚. ⁠

#CapeTribulation #CapeTribulationRoad #CapeTribulationLand #Daintree #DaintreeRainforest #AustralianRainforest #AncientRainforest #FNQ #Conservation #Reforestation #ClimateChange #Biodiversity #ConservationGoals #Flora #Fauna #DaintreeWildlife #Ecosystems #DaintreeRiver #RestoreDaintree #Donate
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#ForestFlora: The King Fern (Angiopteris evecta) is one of the largest and most ancient ferns in the world 🌿. ⁠

It looks a little like a palm crown growing directly out of the ground but this is actually a relic fern from the late Paleozoic era. ⁠

A good place to see King Ferns is along the road to Cape Tribulation, and the Nandroya Falls track in the Palmerston section of Wooroonooran National Park (south of Cairns). Discover more online: www.rainforestrescue.org.au/forest-flora-king-fern (link in bio) 💚. ⁠

📷: Morten Ross⁠

#Ferns #DaintreeRainforest #Daintree #LoveFerns #AustralianRainforest #ProtectDaintree #DaintreeNationalPark #LoveDaintree #FernsOfInstagram #TheKingFern #KingFern
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Have you heard of #NextGenRainforestRescuers? ⁠

They are a community of young conservation troopers that have been fundraising, planting trees, making documentaries, educating themselves and their peers, and helping create change in many diverse, impactful, and creative ways 💚.⁠

Help us create a better future for all young people by becoming a Rainforest Guardian today: rainforestrescue.org.au/rainforest-guardians (🔗 in bio).⁠

Or, if you know a #NextGenRainforestRescuer that you`d like to see featured, DM us here 💬 or email info@rainforestrescue.org.au 💌.⁠

📸: Silvia Di Domenicantonio⁠

#AustralianRainforest #PlantTrees #DaintreeRainforest #RainforestGuardian #YoungPeople #Youth #LoveTrees #RainforestJourney @daintreediscovery @destinationdaintree @portdouglas @qldparks @destinationdaintree @portdouglasdaintree @portdouglasuncovered @cairnstourism @cairnsaustralia #Conservation #Environment #TreesAreTheAnswer #Daintree #DaintreeNationalPark #MoreTrees #Donate #SupportNotForProfits
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The low-frequency, booming calls of the Southern Cassowary are at the bottom end of human hearing. At 32 Hertz, they are the lowest known vocalisations of all birds and have been described as ‘strange’ and ‘unsettling’ by people who have heard them. These low-frequency sounds (known as ‘infrasound’) are thought to travel over long distances, even through dense rainforest foliage. ⁠

Tune in and listen to the cassowary calls on our website: www.rainforestrescue.org.au/save-the-cassowary/biology-physiology (link in bio) 👂.⁠

📷: Matt Cornish⁠

@adventures_by_matt #Cassowary #SouthernCassowary #Daintree #DaintreeRainforest #DaintreeBirds #RainforestGardener #FarNorthQueensland #RainforestGuardian #FNQ #TropicalRainforest #AustralianRainforest #AncientRainforest #ProtectRainforestsForever #SupportNotForProfits #Donate #DinoBirds @birdlifeoz @birdsinbackyards @birdsofaustralia @wettropicsworldheritage @qldparks
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