Queensland's new environment minister will consider the proposal championed by Bob Irwin and the Environmental Defender's Office, after some high-profile incidents that surfaced on social media.
People who "recklessly" ignore crocodile warnings would be fined under a proposal being considered by the Queensland government.Conservationists are proposing the Queensland government introduces penalties for reckless behaviour around crocodiles
Another man shared footage of himself jumping into what he described as the "croc-infested" Tully River. This week the Queensland Department of Environment and Science said Environment Minister Leanne Linard would consider the EDO's proposal for rangers to be given the power to fine people who "flagrantly" ignored official safety messaging.
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