CLEAR-CUTTING KOALA COUNTRY.

The proposed Great Koala National Park (GKNP) in New South Wales aims to protect the endangered koala population by covering 1760sq.km of state forests and existing national parks. The park would safeguard about 20% of the state's wild koalas and has received support from conservationists, scientists, and the NSW Labor government. However, logging operations in the area continue to threaten koalas, leading to calls for a logging suspension across the entire proposed park. Traditional Owners and local activists are also advocating for koala protection. The Forestry Corporation of NSW claims to follow sustainable practices but has faced fines for illegal logging activities. The article emphasizes the importance of protecting koala habitat, highlighting the negative impacts of logging on koalas and other wildlife, such as habitat destruction and increased fire risk. It also mentions efforts to study and protect koalas, including scientific studies and the use of conservation detection dogs. Immediate action is needed to protect koala habitat and prevent further population decline. [Extracted from the article]