Websites on Environment and Heritage

  • Australian Greenhouse Office -Responsible for both the coordination of domestic climate change policy and for managing the delivery of new and existing Commonwealth greenhouse programs.
  • Australian National Botanic Gardens -Grows, studies and promotes Australias native flora. It is located on the lower slopes of Black Mountain in Canberra.
  • Bureau of Meteorology -Weather reports and forecasts, weather warnings, climate information, and educational resources.
  • Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority -Provides for the protection, wise use, understanding and enjoyment of the Great Barrier Reef in perpetuity through the care and development of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.
  • Natural Heritage Trust -An Australian government program, which coordinates an integrated, long-term approach to the conservation and sustainability of Australia's land vegetation, water, biodiversity, coasts and oceans.
  • Australian Heritage Commission -Provides access to the databases, publications and information produced by the AHC.
  • Environment Australia -Responsible for policies and programs for the protection and conservation of the environment, including natural and cultural heritage sites. Departmental and ministerial information, media releases, publications, activities, and events.
  • Australian Antarctic Division -The AAD is the lead agency for Australia's Antarctic program. Provides information about the stations, the science, and the environment of Antarctica.
  • Biodiversity Group -Provides information on the conservation of plants, animals, and environments including national parks and protected areas.