This week I had the privilege of attending the Senate Inquiry hearing in Brisbane, held for the purpose of investigating the status, health and sustainability of Australia’s koala population. I was one of 21 witnesses called to give evidence, and I therefore had the opportunity to explain the premise of Koala Diaries, and my thoughts on a number of the contentious issues relating to the management of koalas and their bushland habitat. More
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Koala Diaries Blog
Koala Diaries brings together researchers, conservation efforts and government agencies to collaborate on more informed policies to protect the koala, under threat of extinction from urban development, loss of habitat and disease. This blog provides a vital role in community education and engagement in the issues, challenges and achievements in saving the koala. 
The Oprah Effect
Carolyn Beaton - Sunday, December 12, 2010
It was the meeting that had to happen – not if, but when. I’m talking about Oprah Winfrey meeting a koala during her visit to Australia. And happen it did – on day one of Oprah’s antipodean adventure. The young koala, Elvis, was part of the welcome line on Hamilton Island. I could not help but note the irony that Queensland Premier, Anna Bligh, was there too. She, who’s state Labor party, and their Beattie/Bligh governments, has arguably done more to hasten the decline of the koala than any government. A sad irony ... More
Comment count | 2Happy “Save the Koala” Day – but there’s not much to celebrate
Carolyn Beaton - Friday, September 24, 2010
Today is Save the Koala Day, in Save the Koala Month. More
Comment count | 0Why Bother? Australian wildlife are simply pests
Alex Harris - Friday, March 26, 2010
Each day it seems, I find it harder to claim to be a proud Australian. More
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