Naree Budjong Djara National Park, Nature reserve on Minjerribah island, Australia.
Naree Budjong Djara National Park is a nature reserve on Minjerribah island with a mix of different natural environments on its eastern side. Sand dunes, wetlands, freshwater lakes, and rare heathlands create a landscape where many distinct plants and animals live together.
The park was officially protected in 2011 to preserve its natural resources and Indigenous sites of cultural importance. This action followed a growing recognition of the need to safeguard the island's distinctive ecosystems and heritage.
The name comes from the Quandamooka language meaning 'My Mother Earth', showing how deeply the Traditional Owners value this land as a living source.
Visitors can reach the park by taking a ferry from Brisbane and then explore a range of walking trails. The paths wind through different habitats and suit visitors with varying fitness levels.
The Karboora Blue Lake inside the park holds spiritual meaning to Traditional Owners and visitors cannot swim there. This boundary helps visitors understand how the land remains connected to Indigenous beliefs and practices.
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