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Eucalyptus plantations are expanding - and being blamed for devastation
In 2017, 66 people died after fires ripped through eucalyptus stands around Pedr—g‹o Grande. Restrictions on the highly flammable trees have provoked death threats, yet others feel they do not go far enough.
In 2017, eucalyptus trees burned like roman candles around the villages near Pedr—g‹o Grande, spraying flames high into the sky. The fire reached more than 1,000C (1,832F) in some places, melting ceramics and metal. Of the 66 people who died in the largest wildfire, in June, 47 lost their lives trying to escape in their cars on the EN-236-1, a highway fenced in by thick stands of eucalyptus.
A landscape surrounded by eucalyptus plantations in various stages of growth, located right next to people's houses. Pedr—g‹o Grande was the site of Portugal's largest wildfire in 2017. Dozens of people lost their lives in the fire, which was supercharged by non-native eucalyptus trees in the surrounding area. As part of the community's recovery, they are planting native tree species and restoring landscapes around the village to lessen the impact of future fires, Pedr—g‹o Grande Pedr—g‹o Grande, Portugal.
11th of October 2023
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Eucalyptus plantations are expanding - and being blamed for devastation
In 2017, 66 people died after fires ripped through eucalyptus stands around Pedrógão Grande. Restrictions on the highly flammable trees have provoked death threats, yet others feel they do not go far enough.
In 2017, eucalyptus trees burned like roman candles around the villages near Pedrógão Grande, spraying flames high into the sky. The fire reached more than 1,000C (1,832F) in some places, melting ceramics and metal. Of the 66 people who died in the largest wildfire, in June, 47 lost their lives trying to escape in their cars on the EN-236-1, a highway fenced in by thick stands of eucalyptus.
The Association of Victims of the Pedrógão Fire (AVIPG) headquarters. Pedrógão Grande was the site of Portugal's largest wildfire in 2017. Dozens of people lost their lives in the fire, which was supercharged by non-native eucalyptus trees in the surrounding area. As part of the community's recovery, they are planting native tree species and restoring landscapes around the village to lessen the impact of future fires, Pedrógão Grande Pedrógão Grande, Portugal
10th of October 2023.
Maria Abranches / Guardian / eyevine
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Eucalyptus plantations are expanding - and being blamed for devastation
In 2017, 66 people died after fires ripped through eucalyptus stands around Pedrógão Grande. Restrictions on the highly flammable trees have provoked death threats, yet others feel they do not go far enough.
In 2017, eucalyptus trees burned like roman candles around the villages near Pedrógão Grande, spraying flames high into the sky. The fire reached more than 1,000C (1,832F) in some places, melting ceramics and metal. Of the 66 people who died in the largest wildfire, in June, 47 lost their lives trying to escape in their cars on the EN-236-1, a highway fenced in by thick stands of eucalyptus.
The Association of Victims of the Pedrógão Fire (AVIPG) headquarters. Pedrógão Grande was the site of Portugal's largest wildfire in 2017. Dozens of people lost their lives in the fire, which was supercharged by non-native eucalyptus trees in the surrounding area. As part of the community's recovery, they are planting native tree species and restoring landscapes around the village to lessen the impact of future fires, Pedrógão Grande Pedrógão Grande, Portugal
10th of October 2023.
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Eucalyptus plantations are expanding - and being blamed for devastation
In 2017, 66 people died after fires ripped through eucalyptus stands around Pedrógão Grande. Restrictions on the highly flammable trees have provoked death threats, yet others feel they do not go far enough.
In 2017, eucalyptus trees burned like roman candles around the villages near Pedrógão Grande, spraying flames high into the sky. The fire reached more than 1,000C (1,832F) in some places, melting ceramics and metal. Of the 66 people who died in the largest wildfire, in June, 47 lost their lives trying to escape in their cars on the EN-236-1, a highway fenced in by thick stands of eucalyptus.
Dina Duarte, the president of the Association of Victims of the Pedrógão Fire (AVIPG), poses for a portrait at the association headquarters. Pedrógão Grande was the site of Portugal's largest wildfire in 2017. Dozens of people lost their lives in the fire, which was supercharged by non-native eucalyptus trees in the surrounding area. As part of the community's recovery, they are planting native tree species and restoring landscapes around the village to lessen the impact of future fires, Pedrógão Grande Pedrógão Grande, Portugal
10th of October 2023.
Maria Abranches / Guardian / eyevine
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Eucalyptus plantations are expanding - and being blamed for devastation
In 2017, 66 people died after fires ripped through eucalyptus stands around Pedrógão Grande. Restrictions on the highly flammable trees have provoked death threats, yet others feel they do not go far enough.
In 2017, eucalyptus trees burned like roman candles around the villages near Pedrógão Grande, spraying flames high into the sky. The fire reached more than 1,000C (1,832F) in some places, melting ceramics and metal. Of the 66 people who died in the largest wildfire, in June, 47 lost their lives trying to escape in their cars on the EN-236-1, a highway fenced in by thick stands of eucalyptus.
António José Ferreira Lopes, the President of the Pedrógão Grande Municipal Council, poses for a portrait in the Devesa Garden. Pedrógão Grande was the site of Portugal's largest wildfire in 2017. Dozens of people lost their lives in the fire, which was supercharged by non-native eucalyptus trees in the surrounding area. As part of the community's recovery, they are planting native tree species and restoring landscapes around the village to lessen the impact of future fires, Pedrógão Grande, Portugal
10th of October 2023.
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Eucalyptus plantations are expanding - and being blamed for devastation
In 2017, 66 people died after fires ripped through eucalyptus stands around Pedrógão Grande. Restrictions on the highly flammable trees have provoked death threats, yet others feel they do not go far enough.
In 2017, eucalyptus trees burned like roman candles around the villages near Pedrógão Grande, spraying flames high into the sky. The fire reached more than 1,000C (1,832F) in some places, melting ceramics and metal. Of the 66 people who died in the largest wildfire, in June, 47 lost their lives trying to escape in their cars on the EN-236-1, a highway fenced in by thick stands of eucalyptus.
On the left, Sofia Carmo, a Higher Technician for Natural Resources Planning, and on the right, Sofia Ramos Leal, a forestry engineer, collaborate within the Pedrógão Grande Municipal Council to promote the planting of native species.
Pedrógão Grande was the site of Portugal's largest wildfire in 2017. Dozens of people lost their lives in the fire, which was supercharged by non-native eucalyptus trees in the surrounding area. As part of the community's recovery, they are planting native tree species and restoring landscapes around the village to lessen the impact of future fires, Pedrógão Grande Pedrógão Grande, Portugal
10th of October 2023.
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Eucalyptus plantations are expanding - and being blamed for devastation
In 2017, 66 people died after fires ripped through eucalyptus stands around Pedrógão Grande. Restrictions on the highly flammable trees have provoked death threats, yet others feel they do not go far enough.
In 2017, eucalyptus trees burned like roman candles around the villages near Pedrógão Grande, spraying flames high into the sky. The fire reached more than 1,000C (1,832F) in some places, melting ceramics and metal. Of the 66 people who died in the largest wildfire, in June, 47 lost their lives trying to escape in their cars on the EN-236-1, a highway fenced in by thick stands of eucalyptus.
Sofia Carmo, a Higher Technician for Natural Resources Planning in the Pedrógão Grande Municipal Council, is displaying the fruit of the strawberry tree, known as 'medronho' in Portugal. Pedrógão Grande was the site of Portugal's largest wildfire in 2017. Dozens of people lost their lives in the fire, which was supercharged by non-native eucalyptus trees in the surrounding area. As part of the community's recovery, they are planting native tree species and restoring landscapes around the village to lessen the impact of future fires, Pedrógão Grande Pedrógão Grande, Portugal
10th of October 2023.
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Eucalyptus plantations are expanding - and being blamed for devastation
In 2017, 66 people died after fires ripped through eucalyptus stands around Pedr—g‹o Grande. Restrictions on the highly flammable trees have provoked death threats, yet others feel they do not go far enough.
In 2017, eucalyptus trees burned like roman candles around the villages near Pedr—g‹o Grande, spraying flames high into the sky. The fire reached more than 1,000C (1,832F) in some places, melting ceramics and metal. Of the 66 people who died in the largest wildfire, in June, 47 lost their lives trying to escape in their cars on the EN-236-1, a highway fenced in by thick stands of eucalyptus.
A landscape surrounded by eucalyptus plantations in different stages of growth. Pedr—g‹o Grande was the site of Portugal's largest wildfire in 2017. Dozens of people lost their lives in the fire, which was supercharged by non-native eucalyptus trees in the surrounding area. As part of the community's recovery, they are planting native tree species and restoring landscapes around the village to lessen the impact of future fires, Pedr—g‹o Grande Pedr—g‹o Grande, Portugal
10th of October 2023.
Maria Abranches / Guardian / eyevine
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Eucalyptus plantations are expanding - and being blamed for devastation
In 2017, 66 people died after fires ripped through eucalyptus stands around Pedr—g‹o Grande. Restrictions on the highly flammable trees have provoked death threats, yet others feel they do not go far enough.
In 2017, eucalyptus trees burned like roman candles around the villages near Pedr—g‹o Grande, spraying flames high into the sky. The fire reached more than 1,000C (1,832F) in some places, melting ceramics and metal. Of the 66 people who died in the largest wildfire, in June, 47 lost their lives trying to escape in their cars on the EN-236-1, a highway fenced in by thick stands of eucalyptus.
Jo‹o Duarte poses for a portrait. Also known as "Jo‹o Viola," the name he uses to sign his paintings, he serves as the gardener for the Municipal Council of the Municipality of Pedr—g‹o Grande and is a dedicated advocate for forest preservation. Pedr—g‹o Grande was the site of Portugal's largest wildfire in 2017. Dozens of people lost their lives in the fire, which was supercharged by non-native eucalyptus trees in the surrounding area. As part of the community's recovery, they are planting native tree species and restoring landscapes around the village to lessen the impact of future fires, Pedr—g‹o Grande Pedr—g‹o Grande, Portugal.
10th of October 2023
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Eucalyptus plantations are expanding - and being blamed for devastation
In 2017, 66 people died after fires ripped through eucalyptus stands around Pedrógão Grande. Restrictions on the highly flammable trees have provoked death threats, yet others feel they do not go far enough.
In 2017, eucalyptus trees burned like roman candles around the villages near Pedrógão Grande, spraying flames high into the sky. The fire reached more than 1,000C (1,832F) in some places, melting ceramics and metal. Of the 66 people who died in the largest wildfire, in June, 47 lost their lives trying to escape in their cars on the EN-236-1, a highway fenced in by thick stands of eucalyptus.
The landscape bearing the scars of the fire that ignited in the summer of 2023, precisely in July, within a eucalyptus plantation near Moinho das Freiras, in Pedrógão Pequeno. Pedrógão Grande was the site of Portugal's largest wildfire in 2017. Dozens of people lost their lives in the fire, which was supercharged by non-native eucalyptus trees in the surrounding area. As part of the community's recovery, they are planting native tree species and restoring landscapes around the village to lessen the impact of future fires, Pedrógão Grande Pedrógão Grande, Portugal
10th of October 2023.
Maria Abranches / Guardian / eyevine
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Eucalyptus plantations are expanding - and being blamed for devastation
In 2017, 66 people died after fires ripped through eucalyptus stands around Pedrógão Grande. Restrictions on the highly flammable trees have provoked death threats, yet others feel they do not go far enough.
In 2017, eucalyptus trees burned like roman candles around the villages near Pedrógão Grande, spraying flames high into the sky. The fire reached more than 1,000C (1,832F) in some places, melting ceramics and metal. Of the 66 people who died in the largest wildfire, in June, 47 lost their lives trying to escape in their cars on the EN-236-1, a highway fenced in by thick stands of eucalyptus.
The landscape bearing the scars of the fire that ignited in the summer of 2023, precisely in July, within a eucalyptus plantation near Moinho das Freiras, in Pedrógão Pequeno. Pedrógão Grande was the site of Portugal's largest wildfire in 2017. Dozens of people lost their lives in the fire, which was supercharged by non-native eucalyptus trees in the surrounding area. As part of the community's recovery, they are planting native tree species and restoring landscapes around the village to lessen the impact of future fires, Pedrógão Grande Pedrógão Grande, Portugal
10th of October 2023.
Maria Abranches / Guardian / eyevine
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Eucalyptus plantations are expanding - and being blamed for devastation
In 2017, 66 people died after fires ripped through eucalyptus stands around Pedrógão Grande. Restrictions on the highly flammable trees have provoked death threats, yet others feel they do not go far enough.
In 2017, eucalyptus trees burned like roman candles around the villages near Pedrógão Grande, spraying flames high into the sky. The fire reached more than 1,000C (1,832F) in some places, melting ceramics and metal. Of the 66 people who died in the largest wildfire, in June, 47 lost their lives trying to escape in their cars on the EN-236-1, a highway fenced in by thick stands of eucalyptus.
One of the rare landscapes in Pedrogão Grande that remained unscathed after the 2017 wildfires, featuring Cabril Dam surrounded by a majority of native vegetation coexisting with eucalyptus trees. Pedrógão Grande was the site of Portugal's largest wildfire in 2017. Dozens of people lost their lives in the fire, which was supercharged by non-native eucalyptus trees in the surrounding area. As part of the community's recovery, they are planting native tree species and restoring landscapes around the village to lessen the impact of future fires, Pedrógão Grande Pedrógão Grande, Portugal
10th of October 2023.
Maria Abranches / Guardian / eyevine
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Eucalyptus plantations are expanding - and being blamed for devastation
In 2017, 66 people died after fires ripped through eucalyptus stands around Pedr—g‹o Grande. Restrictions on the highly flammable trees have provoked death threats, yet others feel they do not go far enough.
In 2017, eucalyptus trees burned like roman candles around the villages near Pedr—g‹o Grande, spraying flames high into the sky. The fire reached more than 1,000C (1,832F) in some places, melting ceramics and metal. Of the 66 people who died in the largest wildfire, in June, 47 lost their lives trying to escape in their cars on the EN-236-1, a highway fenced in by thick stands of eucalyptus.
The first set of samples displays land with eucalyptus tree plantations, while the second set features land where indigenous plants and trees are cultivated. Pedr—g‹o Grande was the site of Portugal's largest wildfire in 2017. Dozens of people lost their lives in the fire, which was supercharged by non-native eucalyptus trees in the surrounding area. As part of the community's recovery, they are planting native tree species and restoring landscapes around the village to lessen the impact of future fires, Pedr—g‹o Grande, Portugal.
9th of October 2023
Maria Abranches / Guardian / eyevine
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Eucalyptus plantations are expanding - and being blamed for devastation
In 2017, 66 people died after fires ripped through eucalyptus stands around Pedr—g‹o Grande. Restrictions on the highly flammable trees have provoked death threats, yet others feel they do not go far enough.
In 2017, eucalyptus trees burned like roman candles around the villages near Pedr—g‹o Grande, spraying flames high into the sky. The fire reached more than 1,000C (1,832F) in some places, melting ceramics and metal. Of the 66 people who died in the largest wildfire, in June, 47 lost their lives trying to escape in their cars on the EN-236-1, a highway fenced in by thick stands of eucalyptus.
The forest fire risk reaches its peak when temperatures rise to unusually high levels for the month of October, consistently indicating a maximum level of danger. Pedr—g‹o Grande was the site of Portugal's largest wildfire in 2017. Dozens of people lost their lives in the fire, which was supercharged by non-native eucalyptus trees in the surrounding area. As part of the community's recovery, they are planting native tree species and restoring landscapes around the village to lessen the impact of future fires, Pedr—g‹o Grande, Portugal.
9th of October 2023.
Maria Abranches / Guardian / eyevine
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Eucalyptus plantations are expanding - and being blamed for devastation
In 2017, 66 people died after fires ripped through eucalyptus stands around Pedr—g‹o Grande. Restrictions on the highly flammable trees have provoked death threats, yet others feel they do not go far enough.
In 2017, eucalyptus trees burned like roman candles around the villages near Pedr—g‹o Grande, spraying flames high into the sky. The fire reached more than 1,000C (1,832F) in some places, melting ceramics and metal. Of the 66 people who died in the largest wildfire, in June, 47 lost their lives trying to escape in their cars on the EN-236-1, a highway fenced in by thick stands of eucalyptus.
The memorial dedicated to the victims of the Pedrog‹o Grande fire, officially inaugurated on June 15, 2023, was designed by the renowned Portuguese Pritzker Prize-winning architect, Eduardo Souto de Moura and is situated along the N-236 road, often referred to as the "road of death," linking Figueir— dos Vinhos with Castanheira de Pra. Pedr—g‹o Grande was the site of Portugal's largest wildfire in 2017. Dozens of people lost their lives in the fire, which was supercharged by non-native eucalyptus trees in the surrounding area. As part of the community's recovery, they are planting native tree species and restoring landscapes around the village to lessen the impact of future fires, Pedr—g‹o Grande, Portugal.
9th of October 2023
Maria Abranches / Guardian / eyevine
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Eucalyptus plantations are expanding - and being blamed for devastation
In 2017, 66 people died after fires ripped through eucalyptus stands around Pedr—g‹o Grande. Restrictions on the highly flammable trees have provoked death threats, yet others feel they do not go far enough.
In 2017, eucalyptus trees burned like roman candles around the villages near Pedr—g‹o Grande, spraying flames high into the sky. The fire reached more than 1,000C (1,832F) in some places, melting ceramics and metal. Of the 66 people who died in the largest wildfire, in June, 47 lost their lives trying to escape in their cars on the EN-236-1, a highway fenced in by thick stands of eucalyptus.
The memorial dedicated to the victims of the Pedrog‹o Grande fire, officially inaugurated on June 15, 2023, was designed by the renowned Portuguese Pritzker Prize-winning architect, Eduardo Souto de Moura and is situated along the N-236 road, often referred to as the "road of death," linking Figueir— dos Vinhos with Castanheira de Pra. Pedr—g‹o Grande was the site of Portugal's largest wildfire in 2017. Dozens of people lost their lives in the fire, which was supercharged by non-native eucalyptus trees in the surrounding area. As part of the community's recovery, they are planting native tree species and restoring landscapes around the village to lessen the impact of future fires, Pedr—g‹o Grande, Portugal.
9th of October 2023
Maria Abranches / Guardian / eyevine
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'Indigenous Australia: Enduring Civilisation' exhibition Launch at the British Museum in London, Britain - 30 Apr 2015
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Prince Charles receives a eucalyptus leaf artwork as a gift as he visits the "Indigenous Australia: Enduring Civilisation" exhibition at the British Museum
'Indigenous Australia: Enduring Civilisation' exhibition Launch at the British Museum in London, Britain - 30 Apr 2015
The show is the first major exhibition in the UK to present a history of Indigenous Australia through objects, and celebrates the cultural strength and resilience of both Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islanders.
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Koala rescue at the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital, Queensland, Australia - Jun 2011
Manadatory Credit: Photo by Richard Sowersby / Rex Features (1452468t)
The Plight Of The Koala
It is one of Australia's most iconic animals but experts have warned that the koala could become extinct in some parts of the country within five years.
The Sunshine Coast Koala Wildlife Rescue volunteer group, based in Southeast Queensland, has noticed a recent dramatic decline in the state's koala population.
Similar drops in other areas have prompted the Australian Koala Foundation to call for the marsupials to be put on the endangered species list.
Two people at the forefront of the battle to save the koala are dedicated volunteers Ray and Murray Chambers.
Their day job may see the brothers run a local garage but their true passion lies with helping koalas.
Thanks their charity organization - the Sunshine Coast Koala & Wildlife Rescue - they are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The brothers cover the length of the Sunshine coast area, a distance of some 240 kilometers, in their efforts help sick and injured wild koalas.
Ray says: "We started this koala rescue four years ago when we learned just how serious this situation was. Koalas are our favourite and have been since we were children",
To get their koala a rescue service up and running the brother pooled their own savings along with donations.
With their Aus $80,000.00 (GBP 55,172) they then purchased two pick-up trucks with ladders, ropes, small cages and two-way radios.
They also set up a small office and spent the money they had over on publicity.
In one recent case Murray received an urgent call from a volunteer based in Maryborough, a small city 185 kilometers north of the rescue service's base in Caloundra.
When he arrived he discovered two ill koalas and quickly bundled them up to be transported to the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital - one of three specialist animal hospitals in ...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VKESFZSBC
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Koala rescue at the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital, Queensland, Australia - Jun 2011
Manadatory Credit: Photo by Richard Sowersby / Rex Features (1452468n)
The Plight Of The Koala
It is one of Australia's most iconic animals but experts have warned that the koala could become extinct in some parts of the country within five years.
The Sunshine Coast Koala Wildlife Rescue volunteer group, based in Southeast Queensland, has noticed a recent dramatic decline in the state's koala population.
Similar drops in other areas have prompted the Australian Koala Foundation to call for the marsupials to be put on the endangered species list.
Two people at the forefront of the battle to save the koala are dedicated volunteers Ray and Murray Chambers.
Their day job may see the brothers run a local garage but their true passion lies with helping koalas.
Thanks their charity organization - the Sunshine Coast Koala & Wildlife Rescue - they are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The brothers cover the length of the Sunshine coast area, a distance of some 240 kilometers, in their efforts help sick and injured wild koalas.
Ray says: "We started this koala rescue four years ago when we learned just how serious this situation was. Koalas are our favourite and have been since we were children",
To get their koala a rescue service up and running the brother pooled their own savings along with donations.
With their Aus $80,000.00 (GBP 55,172) they then purchased two pick-up trucks with ladders, ropes, small cages and two-way radios.
They also set up a small office and spent the money they had over on publicity.
In one recent case Murray received an urgent call from a volunteer based in Maryborough, a small city 185 kilometers north of the rescue service's base in Caloundra.
When he arrived he discovered two ill koalas and quickly bundled them up to be transported to the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital - one of three specialist animal hospitals in ...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VKESFZSBC
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Koala rescue at the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital, Queensland, Australia - Jun 2011
Manadatory Credit: Photo by Richard Sowersby / Rex Features (1452468m)
The Plight Of The Koala
It is one of Australia's most iconic animals but experts have warned that the koala could become extinct in some parts of the country within five years.
The Sunshine Coast Koala Wildlife Rescue volunteer group, based in Southeast Queensland, has noticed a recent dramatic decline in the state's koala population.
Similar drops in other areas have prompted the Australian Koala Foundation to call for the marsupials to be put on the endangered species list.
Two people at the forefront of the battle to save the koala are dedicated volunteers Ray and Murray Chambers.
Their day job may see the brothers run a local garage but their true passion lies with helping koalas.
Thanks their charity organization - the Sunshine Coast Koala & Wildlife Rescue - they are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The brothers cover the length of the Sunshine coast area, a distance of some 240 kilometers, in their efforts help sick and injured wild koalas.
Ray says: "We started this koala rescue four years ago when we learned just how serious this situation was. Koalas are our favourite and have been since we were children",
To get their koala a rescue service up and running the brother pooled their own savings along with donations.
With their Aus $80,000.00 (GBP 55,172) they then purchased two pick-up trucks with ladders, ropes, small cages and two-way radios.
They also set up a small office and spent the money they had over on publicity.
In one recent case Murray received an urgent call from a volunteer based in Maryborough, a small city 185 kilometers north of the rescue service's base in Caloundra.
When he arrived he discovered two ill koalas and quickly bundled them up to be transported to the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital - one of three specialist animal hospitals in ...
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Koala rescue at the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital, Queensland, Australia - Jun 2011
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The Plight Of The Koala
It is one of Australia's most iconic animals but experts have warned that the koala could become extinct in some parts of the country within five years.
The Sunshine Coast Koala Wildlife Rescue volunteer group, based in Southeast Queensland, has noticed a recent dramatic decline in the state's koala population.
Similar drops in other areas have prompted the Australian Koala Foundation to call for the marsupials to be put on the endangered species list.
Two people at the forefront of the battle to save the koala are dedicated volunteers Ray and Murray Chambers.
Their day job may see the brothers run a local garage but their true passion lies with helping koalas.
Thanks their charity organization - the Sunshine Coast Koala & Wildlife Rescue - they are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The brothers cover the length of the Sunshine coast area, a distance of some 240 kilometers, in their efforts help sick and injured wild koalas.
Ray says: "We started this koala rescue four years ago when we learned just how serious this situation was. Koalas are our favourite and have been since we were children",
To get their koala a rescue service up and running the brother pooled their own savings along with donations.
With their Aus $80,000.00 (GBP 55,172) they then purchased two pick-up trucks with ladders, ropes, small cages and two-way radios.
They also set up a small office and spent the money they had over on publicity.
In one recent case Murray received an urgent call from a volunteer based in Maryborough, a small city 185 kilometers north of the rescue service's base in Caloundra.
When he arrived he discovered two ill koalas and quickly bundled them up to be transported to the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital - one of three specialist animal hospitals in ...
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VKESFZSBC
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RETRO - Queen Elizabeth II
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Queen Elizabeth II planting a 'Black Sally' eucalyptus tree in the grounds of Government House, Canberra, Australia as gardener Norm Dunn and Prince Philip watch.
QUEEN ELIZABETH II AND PRINCE PHILIP VISIT TO AUSTRALIA - 14 MAR 2006
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