In the quiet town of Tully, Queensland, lies a site of immense historical significance—The Tully Nest at Horseshoe Lagoon on the Pennisi Farm. This moment in Australia's history brought unprecedented credibility to the UFO phenomena, offering tangible evidence to what was then largely dismissed as a fiction or a hoax.

The event took place in 1966 when a local banana farmer, George Pedley, witnessed a saucer-shaped object rise out of the swampy lagoon, leaving a large, distinct impression in the reeds now known as the 'Tully Saucer Nest.' For the first time, the discarded theories of UFOs received a substantial jolt of authenticity, sparking international interest, media coverage, and numerous scientific investigations. Despite this, the significance of this site has not been formally recognised by national authorities as a monumental location, leaving an important chapter of Australian history at risk of being forgotten.

The Tully Nest is not just a physical site but a symbol of our curiosity and our willingness to question the unexplained. Australia holds a rich tapestry of unusual phenomena, yet formal recognition for these sites remains lacking. Designating the Tully Nest as a national historical site would not only preserve a key moment in our nation’s narrative regarding unexplained aerial phenomena but also validate the experiences of those who have encountered similar situations and been dismissed.

By adding Tully Nest to the list of national historical sites, the path opens up for educational opportunities, tourism, and continued research into the phenomena that it represents. It would acknowledge the importance of keeping an open mind towards the extraordinary, fostering a spirit of inquiry that many Australians hold close to their hearts.

Join us in urging the Australian government, specifically the Department of the Environment and Energy, to recognise the Tully Nest at Horseshoe Lagoon as a national historical site. A site that stimulates the imagination and compels us to rethink our understanding of the world deserves recognition. Let us ensure that its history and mystery are preserved for future generations.

Sign this petition to help Anthony Goodall from Encounters Down Under, secure official recognition and protection for the Tully Nest, and keep this remarkable chapter of Australia's heritage alive.