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Thinking global, but acting local to harness citizen science for reef monitoring
Reef Check’s citizen scientists undertake extensive training that ensures robust data collection whilst inspiring ocean stewardship.
Mar 19


Collective action helps clean-up a patch of the Bohle
Kids, parents, scouts and community groups teamed up for a massive effort on Clean Up Australia Day around the Bohle.
Mar 7


Cleaning up to change: how Tangaroa Blue Foundation turns data into action
Twenty years of marine debris data continues to drive decisions that improve waterway health.
Feb 25


Testing the waters with Townsville Laboratory Services
Townsville Laboratory Services, a state-of-the-art facility, is where Townsville City Council keeps watch on the health of our waterways.
Feb 17


Taking flight: restoration of a popular wetland wonderland
A restoration project at the Townsville Town Common aims to improve habitat for migratory wader birds and water quality flowing to the Reef.
Feb 6


Shell-ebrating collaborations to boost turtle hatchling success
Envite Environment is leading a project to improve turtle nesting conditions on Magnetic Island.
Jan 29


Half a century raising their voice for the environment in North Queensland
For North Queensland Conservation Council (NQCC) the dream is simple: flourishing communities living in harmony with a healthy environment.
Dec 17, 2024


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,...
May 15, 2024


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,...
Feb 15, 2024


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 12, 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...
Dec 1, 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 24, 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 17, 2023


Are Magnetic Island’s mangroves on the move?
The ‘Maggie Mangroovers’ are a group of dedicated residents conducting regular mangrove monitoring exercises.
Nov 15, 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 20, 2023

Townsville turns it on to tackle trash
Where are Townsville’s waterway litter hotspots?
Oct 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 18, 2023


Townsville City Council: ‘Water smart’ trees
Take a drive down Heatley’s Mill Drive to meet 11 special trees.
Jun 12, 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 9, 2023


Townsville City Council: Bushland Beach channel
City Council is undertaking works to transform the Bushland Beach channel into a picturesque living waterway.
Jun 8, 2023
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