Wonder of Science and QTFN collaborate to provide unique education experiences in conservation for school students from across Queensland. Delivered on our properties, students participate alongside scientists in scientific research into species recovery and enhancing ecosystem services for Queensland.

Students are offered hands-on experience in scientific data collection and analysis, enabling them to gain valuable insight into what it is like to be a conservation scientist. Wonder of Science Young Science Ambassadors facilitate the programs, promoting the benefits of STEM subjects to school students.

In 2017, QTFN partnered with an honours student who is using acoustic listening devices to detect native species populations and movement patterns. Using cutting edge technology to identify animals has the potential to offer new and non-invasive methods for detecting wildlife populations and patterns of movement.

Their New Acland koala research project is investigating the decline in koala populations near Oakey. Monitoring of koalas reveals how they use the landscape, what trees they prefer and how far they range. Tracking data so far has revealed that some koalas cross busy roads regularly a threat that will need careful management.