Friends of Tamborine National park

Friends of Tamborine National Park

Scenic Rim, Australia

Friends of Tamborine National Park is the longest-running Friends of Park group in Queensland. Established in 1998, they have spent decades playing a vital role in protecting and restoring this unique rainforest landscape. Through hands-on conservation work, volunteers contribute to revegetation, weed control, and habitat restoration across the park. Their efforts have helped re-establish important species such as the Richmond birdwing vine, supporting the return of the Richmond birdwing butterfly and strengthening local ecosystems. Ongoing maintenance is essential, as invasive weeds continue to spread into the park from surrounding areas, requiring regular care and attention.

The group brings together people from all walks of life: students, nature lovers, and community members. All share a passion for conserving the environment. Volunteers not only contribute to meaningful on-ground outcomes, but also gain valuable skills, experience, and connection with like-minded people. All are welcome to join their monthly events on the 1st Saturday of the month. Email Len to find out more information and to get involved.

A group of people working in a bush environment, with tools and equipment scattered around, and newly planted vegetation in the foreground.

A smiling woman with glasses kneeling in a green bushy area, working among dry twigs and plants. She is wearing a light jacket and focused on her task, with another person visible in the background.

An individual with grey hair wearing gloves is kneeling in a forested area, planting a seedling into the ground from a pot. Green foliage surrounds them, and there are white markers in the soil.

Upcoming Events

Saturday 6 June 2026 · 08:00:00

Scenic Rim Volunteer Event – Tamborine National Park Habitat Restoration

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About Tamborine National Park

Tamborine National Park consists of multiple sections that protect a remarkable landscape of ancient rainforest, open forest, and dramatic escarpments on Tamborine Mountain. As Queensland’s first national park (Witches Falls Section), established in 1908, it holds both historical and ecological significance, preserving some of the last remaining subtropical rainforest in the region.

The park’s diverse habitats support a rich array of plant and animal life, including towering strangler figs, ancient Antarctic beech relatives, and a variety of birdlife, reptiles, and invertebrates. It is also home to species of conservation significance, reflecting the importance of the park as a refuge for biodiversity within a highly developed region.

Tamborine National Park is deeply connected to the Traditional Owners of the area, the Wangerriburra people of the Yugambeh language group. The mountain and surrounding landscapes hold cultural and spiritual significance, with strong connections to Country that continue today.

Visitors are drawn to the park’s walking tracks, waterfalls, and lookouts, offering opportunities to experience its natural beauty firsthand. Protecting these natural and cultural values is essential to ensuring Tamborine National Park remains a place of connection, conservation, and discovery for future generations.