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Federal Government

1. Commonwealth Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry

Commonwealth Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry -  develops and implements policies and programs that ensure Australia's agricultural, fisheries, food and forestry industries remain competitive, profitable and sustainable.

2. Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO)

Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) Extensive information presented by the CSIRO on research in the Australian Aquaculture industry

3. Flora of Australia online

Flora of Australia online - free online public enquiry database that provides taxonomic and biological information

4. Safe Work Australia

Safe Work Australia primary responsibility to improve occupational health and safety and workers’ compensation arrangements across Australia.

5. The Australian Bureau of Meteorology

The Australian Bureau of Meteorology is the National Meteorological Authority for Australia and its role is to observe and understand Australian weather and climate and provide meteorological, hydrological and oceanographic services in support of Australia's national needs and international obligations.

6. Weeds Australia

Weeds Australia is a Commonwealth Government website providing information on weeds and weeds management at the national level. It links to information and services on Australian Government and selected state and territory websites.

 

State Government

1. Environmental Protection Agency

Environmental Protection Agency - Queensland Government department which addresses climate change and protecting the environment in Queensland.

2. Queensland Department of Natural Resources and Water

Queensland Department of Natural Resources and Water - oversees Queensland's natural resources, manages and allocates the state's land and water resources, and manages native vegetation and the use and sale of native forest resources.

3. Queensland Primary Industries and Fisheries , Aquaculture

Queensland Primary Industries and Fisheries , Aquaculture (part of the Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation) provides resources, guidelines, licensing and support information for the Aquaculture industry in Queensland

4. Workplace Health and Safety Queensland

Workplace Health and Safety Queensland industry specific workplace health and safety information, access to legislation and codes of practice, and links to other relevant sites

 

Industry

1. Horticulture Australia

Horticulture Australia is a not-for-profit, industry-owned company which works in partnership with Australia’s horticulture industries to invest in research, development and marketing programs that provide benefit to industry and the wider community.

 

Legislation

1. Commonwealth legislation
Commonwealth legislation
2. Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Regulations 2000
Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Regulations 2000

 

Networks

1. Association of Societies for Growing Australian Plants (ASGAP)

Association of Societies for Growing Australian Plants (ASGAP) addresses the cultivation, propagation, conservation and appreciation of Australia's native flora,

2. Sustainable Gardening Australia (SGA)

Sustainable Gardening Australia (SGA) is a non-profit organisation whose mission is to protect and enhance the Australian environment by promoting the benefits of sustainable horticulture.

3. The Permaculture Research Institute of Australia

The Permaculture Research Institute of Australia – events, resources, news, projects and an extensive selection of information relating to the field of Permaculture

 

Peak / Professional Bodies

1. Landscape Queensland

Landscape Queensland is the peak body representing the interests of  Queensland's landscape contractors (both hard and soft), landscape designers, suppliers of products and services, and education providers. 

2. Nursery and Garden Industry Australia

Nursery and Garden Industry Australia is the peak industry body for the Australian nursery and garden industry

3. Nursery and Garden Industry of Queensland

Nursery and Garden Industry of Queensland

4. The Australian Institute of Horticulture (AIH)

The Australian Institute of Horticulture (AIH) is the national body that represents the interests of and professional development of horticulturists in Australia.

 

Upcoming Events

Industry Breakfast - ''Cleantech in Australia: An update'' - 29 May 12

29-May-2012
When: Tuesday 29 May 2012 Time: 6.45am (sharp) - 9.00am Where: To be advised Cost: $35 members, $40 non members. Includes breakfast. RSVP: 5pm Friday 25 May 2012. Payments must accompa..

The Sunshine Coast World Environment Day Festival

03-Jun-2012
Sunday 3rd June 2012 University of the Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs The Sunshine Coast World Environment Day Festival will bring together a raft of innovators, businesses, experts and co..

Clean Technology Solutions Workshop - 05 Jun 12

05-Jun-2012
Do you work in food manufacturing or steel fabrication? Or are you part of their supply chain? Want to reduce your energy, water and waste costs? If you answered “YES” to any ..

World Environment Day

05-Jun-2012
Forsest: Nature at your service In support of the UN International Year of Forests Green Economy: Does it include YOU? The 2012 theme for World Environment Day is Green Economy: ..
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