Rewilding QLD – Sunshine Coast Hinterland
Positive Change for Marine Life, is thrilled to launch the ‘Rewilding Our Floodplains’ (ROF) program in the Sunshine Coast hinterland, QLD.
Join us and Greening Australia for a community tree planting day at our newly established restoration site in Conondale.
Event Details:
– Location: Cooke’s Road, Conondale, QLD (detailed directions provided once you have registered).
– Time: Arrive at 7:45am.
Snacks/Beverages: Light refreshments and lunch will be provided.
– What do volunteers need to bring? Hat, sun-smart clothes, closed shoes, sunscreen, a water bottle, and a sense of humour!
What is the Rewilding our Floodplains (RoF) Program?
The RoF program aims to connect protected areas, establish wildlife corridors, and enhance community resilience through ecological restoration.
The Conondale sites strategically link the Australian Wildlife Conservation Curramore Sanctuary, Maleny National Park, and the Mary River via Little Cedar Creek, contributing to biodiversity restoration and improving river flow, water quality, and enhancing the Great Barrier Reef (GBR) catchment.
Why You Should Join Us:
1. Help us to plant 1,000 native trees and 1,000 shrubs!
2. Learn about ‘Rewilding’ and landscape restoration.
3. Witness the beginning of a rewilding program designed to enhance biodiversity and benefit private land income.
4. Connect with a range of local community members and conservation organisations.
5. Understand how restorative agriculture can make your property more climate resilient and “just a nicer place to live”!
Event Partners:
Greening Australia is generously providing the trees.
Registration Deadline:
Register by 7 Dec, 2023 to secure your spot and celebrate the launch of our newest Rewilding Our Floodplains program in Queensland!
Free tickets here – https://www.eventbrite.com.au/…/community-tree-planting…
Cultural Acknowledgement:
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of this land, the Gubbi Gubbi (Kabi Kabi) people, where we will be planting. We recognize their spiritual and cultural belonging, acknowledging their continuing connection to land, waters, and culture.