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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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Fears for koalas in John Bray Park upgrade
Bray Park residents fear plans to upgrade John Bray Park will destroy important koala habitat. They're meeting Councillor Jim Moloney on September 13. Find our more in our FREE story in the comments below
Fin-tastic school holiday fun on Moreton Bay
Create magical memories on a trip with Brisbane Whale Watching during the school holidays with special packages. Read what's on offer in our FREE story in the comments below.
Mermaid magic raising breast cancer awareness
Clontarf’s Marissa Taylor will feature in a special calendar that aims to empower women having surgery for breast cancer. Read more in the link to the FREE story in the comments below...
Scouts help plant hundreds of trees
More than 80 members from the Albany Creek Scouts were among community groups that helped plant hundreds of native trees and shrubs at a new housing development at Warner.
Passion for design shines through
Eva Porter has transformed a blank canvas at Wights Mountain into a stunning haven. See the images...
Forum to focus on saving koalas
Locals who would like to know more about the latest research and conservation initiatives to protect koalas in the Moreton Bay region are invited to attend an upcoming community forum in Deception Bay this month
Study finds ibis habitat utopia
Bin chickens...dumpster ducks...tip turkeys. The much-maligned white ibis is the subject of a new University of the Sunshine Coast study that seeks more effective ways to stop them taking over parks and streets. Its release coincides with a hilarious UniSC video (below) that proposes a new nickname for the humble ibis...
To Infinity and Beyond! Australia in Space is coming to Moreton Bay!
Get ready to take one giant leap into the cosmos as the Australia in Space - Earth and Beyond exhibition touches down at the Redcliffe Museum.
Warner development a boost for koalas
Almost a quarter of a new housing estate at Warner will be dedicated to protected habitat for koalas, complete with new wildlife crossings. Find out where...
Redcliffe’s blue spill remains a mystery
The source of a blue substance which has spilled into a Redcliffe creek remains a mystery, 24 hours on from when it was reported. Council reveals what is happening to contain it and if it is having an impact on wildlife
