• We provide unique sites for field research and learning along with our own scientific expertise.

    We’re thrilled to work with the brightest minds (young and experienced) to observe and monitor activity, and drive change and lasting benefits.

    Working with universities and researchers, QTFN offers:

    • Trusted, experienced scientists with which to partner for an outcome-based approach
    • QTFN owned holdings available for long-term, landscape scale restoration and impact research for specific flora and fauna
    • A network of volunteers plus strong and established community relationships
    • Transparent and financially astute approach to maximise the use of funding – and ensure it pays off.

  • From Honours students and research groups to leading scientists, QTFN is currently collaborating on:

    • Koala habitat research (University of Queensland)
    • Brush-tailed rock-wallaby research (University of Queensland)
    • Flatback turtle research (Griffith University).

We provide unique sites for field research and learning along with our own scientific expertise.

We’re thrilled to work with the brightest minds (young and experienced) to observe and monitor activity, and drive change and lasting benefits.

Working with universities and researchers, QTFN offers:

  • Trusted, experienced scientists with which to partner for an outcome-based approach
  • QTFN owned holdings available for long-term, landscape scale restoration and impact research for specific flora and fauna
  • A network of volunteers plus strong and established community relationships
  • Transparent and financially astute approach to maximise the use of funding – and ensure it pays off.

From Honours students and research groups to leading scientists, QTFN is currently collaborating on:

  • Koala habitat research (University of Queensland)
  • Brush-tailed rock-wallaby research (University of Queensland)
  • Flatback turtle research (Griffith University).

Talk to us about a research or learning collaboration.

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Action & Insight

Shaping a Nature Positive Future

“97% of Australians want more action to protect nature” – The Biodiversity Council   Our sold-out “Shaping a Nature Positive Future” event brought together environmental, social, governmental, and financial expertise. The expert panel discussion and networking breakfast highlighted the need for urgency, transparency, and community engagement to advance Queensland’s Nature Positive agenda. A timely event […]

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Watergum Community Koala Education Workshop

On 18 November 2023, the Watergum community came together for a koala education workshop at Koala Crossing, one of QTFN’s Revolving Fund properties. The workshop focused on helping koala enthusiasts learn more about how to establish and conserve koala habitats, understand the challenges koalas face, and engage in koala survey activities.    Dave Madden, QTFN’s Restoration Project […]

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Refuge habitat for the brush-tailed rock-wallaby

Aroona Station features around 200 hectares of core habitat for the vulnerable brush-tailed rock-wallaby.  In 2020, as part of our ongoing research into these unique Aroona residents, we completed our third year of breeding season monitoring programs using motion-sensitive wildlife cameras strategically positioned in known brush-tailed rock-wallaby hang outs. The monitoring program again showed Aroona […]

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