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Pitching in to help Moreton Bay’s koalas
Moreton Bay students and volunteers will plant hundreds of koala food trees for National Tree Planting Day, helping restore habitat and protect Moreton Bay koalas for future generations.
Funding fires up Moreton Bay festivals
Woodfordia and the Bribie Island Nature Festival have secured $71,000 in Festivals Australia funding to expand arts, culture and community experiences across Moreton Bay.
Wetlands keeping Moreton Bay clean
Ninety constructed wetlands across Moreton Bay are filtering thousands of tonnes of pollutants from stormwater each year, helping protect waterways, improve water quality and create healthier habitats for local wildlife.
Backing for dog park and Central plan
Moreton Bay City Council has approved plans for a new off-leash dog park at Margate and set dog access rules for Moreton Bay Central, balancing recreation opportunities with wildlife protection.
Free workshops for environment day
Celebrate World Environment Day in Moreton Bay with free workshops, guided walks, nature journalling, bushfood education and ocean sustainability experiences at local environment centres.
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.
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Prestigious bravery award for Kallangur teenager
A Kallangur teenager who rescued his six-year-old cousin from a dingo attack on K’gari (Fraser Island) last year has received a national award for his bravery. Here's what happened... **FREE TO READ**
Set sail with Brisbane Whale Watching
Captain Kerry Lopez and the Brisbane Whale Watching crew are getting ready to welcome visitors on board for another exciting series of adventures. **FREE TO READ**
Call to turn the litter tide for turtles
A family event will be held next month in a bid to raise awareness of the turtles who call Moreton Bay home, and those who may nest on Redcliffe Peninsula beaches.
New project restoring more than 40ha of koala habitat
Cedar Creek's Allambi Retreat will protect koala habitat spanning the equivalent of 50 rugby league fields. Here's what's happening... **FREE TO READ**
Artful exploration in Tranquil Threads exhibition
Embark on a journey of tranquillity with Magdalena Marciniak's latest exhibition at Caboolture Regional Art Gallery. **FREE TO READ**
VIDEO: Moreton Bay Flooding
Heavy rain has been causing road closures and flooding across Moreton Bay. Video has been released of flood-affected areas across the region.
Waterways: Good, but challenges ahead
The City of Moreton Bay should be “absolutely proud” of its results in the latest Healthy Land and Water Report Card, Mayor Peter Flannery says. ** FREE TO READ **
New sites to help native wildlife
Plans are underway for a new wildlife fodder plantation in Strathpine which, if given a green light, would be the fifth in the City of Moreton Bay. ** FREE TO READ **
Koalas on camera - crossing safely
Special cameras are showing koalas use purpose-built animal underpasses to avoid busy roads in the City of Moreton Bay as they search for a mate. ** FREE TO READ **
SES crews to the rescue after wild weather
Local SES units have been kept busy following weeks of severe thunderstorms, heavy rainfall and localised flooding, with crews responding to more than 100 calls for help since mid-December.
