Sun and shade basics
Sun safety in Queensland
Exposure to the sun and ultraviolet radiation comes with risks. Read about what this means for Queenslanders.
Ultraviolet radiation (UVR)
What to consider when creating an environment that reduces exposure to UVR, including choice of materials.
The sun's path
Understand the changes in shade patterns which occur because of daily and seasonal factors, such as the height and angle of the sun.
Sun safety and skin cancer
Information for the general public, including common causes of skin cancer and five ways to be sun safe.
Last updated: 5 April 2017
