Rainforests cover less than 1% of Australia yet contain half of all Australian plant families and about a third of our mammal and bird species. Rainforests are one of the oldest types of vegetation on earth and the sub-tropical rainforests of Rainforest Way have species that date back to when Australia was part of the super continent Gondwana.
These forests, home to more than 200 rare or threatened species, survive on the remnants of volcanic landscapes such as Mt Lindesay, the Border Ranges and Mt Warning and are part of the World Heritage listed Central Eastern Rainforest Reserves of Australia because of their extremely high conservation value
It is up to each and everyone of us to look after the environment that we live in and we encourage you to think about this even when you are on holidays.
Here are some things that you can do to help.
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Greenfleet
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 | Offset your carbon emissions - http://www.greenfleet.com.au/signup/subscribe.asp
Climate change and global warming are among today's most pressing environmental issues, brought about by increased concentrations of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.
Greenfleet is a non-profit organisation and provides a simple way to reduce your car's impact on the environment. For $40 (tax deductible), Greenfleet will plant 17 native trees on your behalf. These trees will help to create a forest, and as they grow will absorb the greenhouse gases that your car produces in one year (based on 4.3 tonnes of CO2 for the average car*).
Science shows that 17 mixed species trees will not only absorb a car's greenhouse emissions, but will also help to tackle salinity, improve water quality and provide essential habitat for native species.
Since 1997, Greenfleet has planted more than 2 million trees on behalf of Australian motorists and fleets. These forests will not be harvested and will create an investment in rural Australia for future generations. |
Tiles for Trees
Tamborine Mountain Landcare - http://www.tamborinemtnlandcare.org.au/tilesfortrees.php
Tamborine Mountain Landcare are regenerating forests and reserves throughout the Tamborine escarpment to ensure the beautiful landscape is not only preserved but enriched. When you visit Tamborine Mountain call into the Piccabeen Bookshop on Main Street and be a part of the Tiles for Trees project where you can create your own little piece of art which will be placed into a major sculptural piece in the village.
Crystal Castle Plant a Tree programs
http://www.crystalcastle.net/
Crystal Castle at Mullumbimby near Minyon Falls and the Nightcap National Park have a Plant a Tree program. Instead of paying just an entry fee to Crystal Castle you can buy a tree AND your entry is free. The trees are planted during a huge community day a few times a year and are helping to regenerate local forests. Call for more information (02)66843111 or email.
