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Drones take off for koala survey
Koala surveys are underway, with the City of Moreton Bay using drones and detection dogs to guide conservation efforts. Monitoring in key suburbs will assess koala populations, health and habitat to support future wildlife protection and planning.
Brisbane Whale Watching launches milestone 30th season
Brisbane Whale Watching launches its 30th season from Redcliffe on June 6, offering daily tours across Moreton Bay to see humpback whales during migration, with award-winning local operators sharing unforgettable wildlife encounters through winter.
Protecting Bribie’s nesting turtles
Moreton Bay celebrates a strong Bribie Island turtle nesting season with 26 nests recorded. Six marine turtle species spotted as Council and volunteers protect hatchlings through lighting controls, shade structures and community action for conservation.
Detection dogs find elusive glider
Endangered southern greater gliders have been discovered at 10 new Moreton Bay sites, expanding their known range to 11. Detection dogs and upcoming drone surveys are helping uncover hidden populations of the elusive “flying koala.”
Wild journeys of Moreton Bay’s ibis
A Moreton Bay study tracking 169 white ibis has revealed surprising travel patterns, with tagged birds spotted between Mackay and Byron Bay. Researchers say the findings will help manage growing ibis populations across South East Queensland.
Medicare Urgent Care Clinic opens in Deception Bay
Residents across Deception Bay and surrounding suburbs now have access to free urgent healthcare with the opening of the Deception Bay Medicare Urgent Care Clinic.
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Campaigners call for support
The battle to save North Lakes golf course land is heating up with campaigners rallying support against new plans.
Make a difference on National Tree Day
More than 150 volunteers are expected to help plant 4000 native trees, shrubs and vines on National Tree Day this weekend. Here are the details and how to get involved.
Priority list for buyback scheme
More environmentally sensitive land is to be bought for conservation and restoration by Moreton Bay City Council.
Funding boost to help waterways
More than $4.8 million funding has been secured to restore and revitalise key waterways in the Moreton Bay region.
Learn about waterbugs at free forum
Small but mighty waterbugs will be in the spotlight at the next free forum at Deception Bay Environmental Hub. Here are the details.
Moreton Bay winners in State Budget
A raft of major projects in the Moreton Bay region have received funding in today's State Government Budget 2025-26.
New nesting boxes for Pine Valley
Unitywater is installing100 nesting boxes in Pine Valley to retain habitat for native owls, cockatoos, brush-tail and ringtail possums, microbats and small gliders.
Shark expert at Sunrise
Shark expert Maddison Cross will be the guest speaker at this week’s Rotary Club of Redcliffe Sunrise meeting.
Learn about humpback whales at forum
In the lead-up to the start of the annual humpback whale migration along the Queensland coast, experts are offering the community an insight into these majestic mammals at a free forum this month. Here are the details.
Redcliffe to host first turtle symposium
The Redcliffe Peninsula will host Moreton Bay’s first Turtle Symposium in May, with two events planned to raise awareness of the challenges facing the reptiles and a focus on action. Here are the details
