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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.
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.
Wild discoveries of citizen scientists
Citizen scientists are helping uncover rare and invasive plant species across Moreton Bay using the iNaturalist app, including Tropical Soda Apple and endangered native flora, supporting conservation, research, and local biodiversity protection.
Huge tree taken down on Scarborough foreshore
An 80-year-old fig tree at Scarborough Beach foreshore has been removed by Moreton Bay City Council after severe decline from a fungal pathogen, marking the end of an era for a much-loved local landmark with decades of community memories.
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Target set for net zero
Moreton Bay City Council has adopted a roadmap and target date for reaching net zero community emissions.
‘Platypus Whisperer’ to speak at forum
Learn more about the unique platypus, from a man who has dedicated his life to studying the fascinating egg-laying mammal, during a free forum at Deception Bay. Here are the details.
World-first vaccine for koalas
An ecology and veterinary centre in the Moreton Bay region has helped develop a world-first vaccine to save koalas.
Dan's pump station mural unveiled
Unitywater has unveiled a vivid mural showing Moreton Bay’s wildlife on its brick wastewater pump station in Bray Park.
What's that smell? Here's the answer
Investigations have uncovered one cause of the “rotten egg” smell being reported in some Moreton Bay coastal suburbs.
Act now before bushfire season
Moreton Bay residents are urged to prepare their homes as the new bushfire season approaches.
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.
