Goanna project

This citizen science project aims to improve understanding of habitat use and movements of Rosenberg’s goanna (Varanus  rosenbergi) in Namadgi National Park and the Mt Majura – Mt Ainslie area of the ACT. This species of goanna is found only in southern Australia, however its population is threatened by habitat loss and predation and it now has vulnerable conservation status in NSW and Victoria.  Our research so far suggests that the local Rosenberg's goanna may be a sub-species. More research and study is needed to understand this unique species and support greater conservation efforts where that is needed.

Latest Goanna News

24-03-2026: NPA opens social media campaign to save the Ainslie-Majura goannas

NPA launches a media campaign in support of a goanna zone in the Ainslie-Majura Nature Reserve. Read...

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19-03-2026: A plan to protect a declining population of Rosenberg’s Goanna in Canberra Nature Park

This plan for a goanna Zone in Ainslie – Majura recommends community consultation and education, and engagement with neighbouring rural landholders...

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07-03-2026: Goanna News 70, March 2026

A report on a trip to the Eye Peninsula, SA, in February to collect DNA for Rosenberg's Goannas. Read more 

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30-12-2025: Goanna News 68, December 2025

Volunteers are need for a field trip to Lincoln National Park, SA. Read...

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