Accommodation

Following a recent redevelopment, the DRO can accommodate up to 46 researchers, students or visitors in shared accommodation. Researcher accommodation consists of two triple share rooms with attached kitchen and bathroom.

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Dormitory accommodation is provided for groups of up to 40 people in four- and six-bed rooms. These have access to a communal kitchen and amenities block nearby. Also available to all visitors is a BBQ deck and laundry facilities. Laundry facilities are provided for all visitors in the amenities block.

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Wi-Fi is available in each building and three computers are accessible for visitor use in the office. A reference collection of books and papers is also available in the office for visitors to peruse.

The site manager and crane operator also reside permanently on site, in a separate residence.

Laboratories and teaching areas

Two laboratories are now available for visitor use. The first is a teaching lab, consisting of benches in an open-walled, undercover area. This is suitable for groups or individuals bringing samples from the forest as it can be hosed clean. It contains storage areas, ceiling fans, lighting, large sinks and a drying oven.

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The second laboratory is the wet lab. This is constantly air-conditioned and contains flammables and corrosives storage cabinets, fume cupboard, microscopes (light and dissecting) and microscope bench and other sensitive scientific equipment. It also houses plant, fungi and insect collections for visitor reference.

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For researchers wishing to access a sterile laboratory, access can be arranged at the Cairns JCU campus.

Covered work areas in the forest

The sheds in the forest have recently been upgraded. One is an open shed with electricity, work benches and overhead lighting. This is available for visitors to carry out work while in the forest but is not for the long-term storage of equipment.

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The other shed is fully enclosed and also has electricity, benches and lighting. This contains sensitive electrical equipment required to run data loggers and other equipment in the forest. It can be used as a work space if additional space is required and has limited space for the storage of equipment for returning researchers.