PROTECTING RAINFORESTS IN THE WET TROPICS OF FNQ

Rainforest Conservation Foundation is committed to working with local councils, governments and communities to protect land against deforestation.

  • Ferns in the rainforest understorey

    Protecting Land

    Under the Commonwealth Government Daintree Conservation Initiative, Rainforest Conservation Foundation have successfully protected 25 land from deforestation, with more to come.

  • Aerial view of rainforest meeting a white sand beach and fringing reef

    Establishing Nature Refuge Covenants

    Working with local landowner and businesses, Rainforest Conservation Foundation have successfully applied Nature Refuge Covenants to more than 18,209 hectares (44,997 acres) of land.

  • Shade-house nursery at RCF's Benella headquarters

    Benella Rainforest Reserve

    Our very own conservation headquarters, Benella Rainforest Reserve, located in the Daintree, is the process of establishing Nature Refuge Covenants. This is a vital element of our strategy and we’re excited the process is underway.