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West Point Road improvements

29/06/2009

Access to a popular coastal recreational destination, the West Point State Reserve on Tasmania's West Coast, has been improved with the completion of roadworks by the Parks and Wildlife Service.
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Strong commercial interest in proposed Three Capes Track

25/06/2009

There has been an encouraging response to the recent Identification of Commercial Interest for the proposed Three Capes Track.
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Maria Island access

18/06/2009

The Parks and Wildlife Service wishes to advise that the Maria Island Ferry and Eco Cruises will not be operating its ferry service to Maria Island during the period 23rd June to 14 July, 2009.
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Tasmanian froglet, Crinia tasmaniensis

Tasmanian froglet

Found only in Tasmania, this species is common throughout much of the state. It is often found at high altitudes. It is always found near water, either temporary or permanent ponds or running water.

The dorsal (upper) surface is patterned dark and light brown. The ventral (under) surface of the thighs and groin are often a brilliant red. It grows up to 30 mm long. Tadpoles take three to four months to complete their development.

The call of this species is an unusual lamb-like bleating, 'baa-aa-aaa', mainly heard in the spring and summer.