The Steve Irwin Wildlife Reserve (SIWR) is a wetland conservation property and a tribute to Crocodile Hunter Steve Irwin.
The 135,000 ha property, in Queensland’s Cape York Peninsula, is home to a set of important spring fed wetlands which provide a critical water source to threatened habitat, provide permanent flow of water to the Wenlock River, and is home to rare and vulnerable plants and wildlife.
The Steve Irwin Wildlife Reserve (SIWR) was acquired as part of the National Reserve System Programme for the purpose of nature conservation with the assistance of the Australian Government.
Researchers who are interested in conducting ecological and conservation studies on the SIWR can apply by completing the attached form and emailing this document to SIWRresearch@australiazoo.com.au
20th November 2013 - Steve's Place Saved!
Read all about how the Queensland Government has announced plans to declare the Steve Irwin Wildlife Reserve and the Wenlock River on Cape York Peninsula as Queensland’s first ever 'strategic environmental area'!
Steve Irwin Wildlife Reserve Maps

Location in Australia

Location in Cape York
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