Cape York Areas Make World Heritage Tentative List

Published on June 22, 2024

Another Australian site may be in the mix for World Heritage status after a campaign was launched for parts of Queensland’s Cape York Peninsula. Queensland Premier Steven Miles confirmed areas of the cape in the far north had been nominated for the UNESCO World Heritage tentative list, describing it as a “monumental” step. Mr. Miles on June 20 joined federal Environment Minister Tanya Plibersek in Cairns, saying the areas had been nominated for both their environmental and cultural values after working with traditional owners. “This is monumental. It is the first step towards Queensland’s incredible Cape York Peninsula being formally recognised on the World Heritage list,” the premier said....

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