Inhabiting beachfront forest belonging to this popular eco-retreat near Port Douglas, Queensland, the challenge has begun to find a name for Apple's joey.
Thala has launched a Name the Joey competition encouraging Apple's adoring fans to name her equally adorable joey. The competition runs until 25 Nov 2016 via Thala's Facebook page (www.facebook.com/ThalaBeachLodge) with the winning name to be announced on 30 Nov 2016.
One of Australia's most common macropods, agile wallabies thrive in the sort of open woodlands and native grasslands that Thala is known for. Small kangaroos less than one metre tall, Thala's onsite Rangers estimate there are more than 50 adult wallabies and joeys inhabiting the forest. In line with Thala's highly respected reputation and Advanced Eco-tourism credentials, native flora and fauna are carefully monitored to ensure minimal impact on the environment.
Thala is a haven for native wildlife including some of Australia's best known creatures. As well as wallabies, three possum species have been spotted near the Stargazing Observatory: long tailed pygmy possums, sugar gliders and the striped possum. Bandicoots as well as echidnas are also sighted regularly. A firm favourite with 'twitchers', almost 200 bird and 150 butterfly species have also been documented at Thala.
Opened in 1998 and awarded the highest ecotourism accreditation, Thala offers guests meaningful nature experiences with minimal environmental impact. The land Thala occupies was formerly sugarcane farmland back in the 1970's when Robert and Oonagh Prettejohn purchased it. More than 30 years later they've managed the re-establishment of complex native forests, shunning the use of damaging chemicals and pesticides. Achieving eco-certification through sustainable practices and environmental sensitivity allows guests to assist in the environmental rehabilitation process. Deluxe eco designed timber bungalows are built on stilts within the forest canopy providing a private and unobtrusive approach to nature.
Located 45 minutes north of Cairns International Airport, Thala sits atop a headland surrounded by forest-clad ranges overlooking Great Barrier Reef waters. With wild wallabies roaming free amongst native flora and fauna, Thala is an eco-retreat with environment integrity.
Find #AppletheWallaby online at:
Web page: Apple the Wallaby info and Apple the Wallaby article
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Download high res images: Thala images or Apple images on Dropbox
About Thala Beach Nature Reserve
Thala Beach Nature Reserve is a deluxe family owned beachfront eco retreat in Tropical North Queensland between Cairns and Port Douglas. Spacious eco-designed tree house-style bungalows offer a peaceful sanctuary for guests. Popular with nature loving travellers, Thala's native forest provides a habitat for a thriving wallaby population as well as hundreds of bird and butterfly species. Guests enjoy complimentary guided walks with knowledgeable on-site Rangers or explore independently via Thala's network of forest trails. Thala's 2km of private access beach is one of the retreat's most popular assets.Thala has proudly achieved Advanced eco-certification through sustainable practices and environmental sensitivity. Granite boulders, waterfalls and overhanging trees create nature-themed swimming pools within the forest canopy. Sitting atop a beachfront headland with breathtaking ocean and mountain views, Thala is positioned within easy reach of two UNESCO World Heritage sites – the Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics Daintree Rainforest.
www.thalabeach.com.au | reservations@thalabeach.com.au | +61 7 4098 5700
5078 Capt Cook Hwy, Oak Beach, Port Douglas 4877, Queensland, Australia
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