Circular economy project proves field leader
In our emerging eco-powerhouse of the north, students of Townsville are getting their hands dirty against the challenges of soil health,...
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Feb 15
Seagrass monitoring a success 17 years on
The story of Townsville’s seagrass has been one of boom and bust over the last two decades, as meadows have been hit by floods, cyclones,...
Dec 12, 2023
Who speaks for Townsville’s birds, animals, and ecosystems?
North Queensland Conservation Council takes the big environmental issues of our region to the doors of Australia’s most influential...
Dec 1, 2023
Lobs and jobs growing in Townsville
Alongside Saltwater Creek at Toomulla, just north of Townsville where an old prawn farm once operated, the aquaculture business Ornatas...
Nov 24, 2023
Dry Tropics locals hook into free satellite power
Land and water managers across our region are connecting to multi-billion-dollar tech — for free. The power of satellite data for better...
Nov 17, 2023
Growing skills and greening Townsville
Meet the legends learning to conserve our local environments and ecosystems. At 10 sites across Townsville, including Rowes Bay, Mt...
Nov 15, 2023
Are Magnetic Island’s mangroves on the move?
The ‘Maggie Mangroovers’ are a group of dedicated residents conducting regular mangrove monitoring exercises.
Oct 20, 2023
Students embrace EcoMarines and eco-careers
A wealth of environmental expertise was on show in Townsville to inspire the next generation in their future careers.
Oct 18, 2023
Townsville turns it on to tackle trash
Where are Townsville’s waterway litter hotspots?
Jun 18, 2023
TIDY Up Townsville: Saving a Shaw Rd reserve
TIDY Up Townsville are a community-led group targeting a neglected section of Bohle bushland on Shaw Rd to protect as a nature reserve.
Jun 12, 2023
Townsville City Council: ‘Water smart’ trees
Take a drive down Heatley’s Mill Drive to meet 11 special trees.
Jun 9, 2023
OzFish Unlimited: Creekwatch
OzFish Unlimited is monitoring the health of waterways in the Bohle catchment as part of its partnership with Townsville City Council.
Jun 8, 2023
Townsville City Council: Bushland Beach channel
City Council is undertaking works to transform the Bushland Beach channel into a picturesque living waterway.
Jun 7, 2023
Queensland Government: Reef Assist program
The Queensland Government’s $33.5 million Reef Assist program delivers priority projects and creates regional jobs.
Jun 6, 2023
Ausfield Services: Building river resilience
With Townsville City Council and partners, local business Ausfield Services are deploying innovative engineering tools and ideas to bolster
Feb 6, 2023
Townsville City Council: Weeds to soils
Townsville City Council is using a cutting-edge approach based on circular economy principles to turn the table on waterway weeds.
Jan 6, 2023
Coastal Dry Tropics Landcare: Battling waterside weeds
Weeds are a constant battle in the Bohle Wetlands, but more than 15 years of community effort is keeping them at bay.
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