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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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Landmark for $8m river project
The $8 million Caboolture River Rehabilitation Project has reached a major milestone.
Osprey chicks hatch at Petrie
A pair of ospreys, nicknamed Sonny and Cher, have successfully produced at least two chicks at their nest on the UniSC site at Petrie. See the pictures
Smoke warning for eight suburbs
A smoke warning has been issued by the Queensland Fire Service for Narangba and surrounding suburbs due to a bushfire near the industrial area.
Hail explained: What to expect this summer
We’ve been told to expect more severe storms this storm season, so we’ve asked the Bureau of Meteorology what causes hail, what’s the difference between large and giant hail, and when it’s most likely to form. Here’s what the bureau says
Jellyfish swarm at Woody Point
This spectacular sight greeted Woody Point resident Robert Webber on his daily walk yesterday. ** More pictures, free to read **
