Linking Land for Koalas – Community Tree Planting Day

Linking Land for Koalas – Community Tree Planting Day

Let’s create safe habitat for our koalas!

As part of our Linking Land for Koalas project, we are holding a Community Tree Planting event in Caboolture on Saturday 26th September. We will be planting 600 trees to connect two areas of existing habitat for koalas, to help them move safely across the landscape.

This event is the first of a series of community tree planting and weeding events that will be delivered over the next two years to regenerate habitat for koalas in the area.

A light morning tea will be provided following the planting.

Where/When:

Saturday 26th September 2026 – Upper Caboolture

Please be there at 8:30am for a 9:00am start
We will finish up at about 1:00pm

The exact meeting point will be emailed to participants prior to the event.

What to Wear/Bring:

  • Sun safe clothing and hat
  • Sturdy, closed toe footwear
  • Water bottle
  • Gloves if you have them

Please note – all children 18 years and under must accompanied by a parent/caregiver

REGISTER HERE

The ‘Linking Land for Koalas project’ is proudly funded by the Queensland Government.

Protecting Platypus – Caring for the Coast’s cutest creatures

Protecting Platypus – Caring for the Coast’s cutest creatures

This May, Sunshine Coast Council will be holding a series of library based workshops on discovering the secret life of the platypus, hosted by our Community Engagement and Education Manager, Trevor Morrison. Join us as Trevor unveils the platypus’ unique biology, behaviours, and local habitats. Learn how regional conservation projects are helping protect this iconic species. Watch footage of swimming patterns and hear about eDNA sampling investigative tracking techniques. Explore the key threats impacting their survival and mapping tools of known local sightings. Get inspired with the PlatyTracker data collection program and how it helps protect our little water friends.

These free workshops will be held across various dates and locations. Visit the Sunshine Coast Council libraries page via the link below to learn more and register your spot.

REGISTER HERE

 

Branching Out 2026

Branching Out 2026

Waterfall walk, forest picnic, nature journalling and more! 

Join us for this relaxing half day nature based health & wellness workshop at Buderim Falls – a unique new community event designed to help busy people develop healthy minds to calmly cope with the stressors of everyday life. Learn about grounding and meditative techniques, outdoor journalling, and immersive painting & illustration, all whilst taking in the spectacular scenery of the Buderim Forest Park & Falls.

There will also be a picnic lunch and take home goodie bag to help you continue your mindfulness journey.

This is one you don’t want to miss! Follow the link below to learn more and grab your tickets.

When: Sunday 31st May 2026, 7.30 am-12.00 pm

Where: Buderim Forest Park, Quorn Close, Buderim Qld 4556

LEARN MORE AND REGISTER HERE

A special thank you to our supporters- the BUPA Foundation and Atlas Periodontics & Implant Dentistry, for making this event possible.

Our Local Frogs: The Neighbours You’ve Never Noticed

Our Local Frogs: The Neighbours You’ve Never Noticed

Join our Community Engagement & Education Manager Trevor for a free, informative talk that will take you through all you need to know about local frogs.

Some of the topics we will be covering include frog ecology (including listening to the breeding calls of common local frog species), citizen science opportunities, threats to frogs, cane toad management & tips for building your own backyard frog paradise!

REGISTER HERE

For more information, please contact [email protected] or phone (07) 5476 4777

EcoConnect: Veterans in Nature

EcoConnect: Veterans in Nature

EcoConnect: Veterans in Nature is a relaxed, family-friendly afternoon designed for veterans and their families to reconnect with nature and each other.

Guided by experienced ECOllaboration educators, participants will explore a local creek through a hands-on water-bug discovery session, enjoy a gentle forest walk focused on listening to birds and slowing body and mind, and unwind with a shared BBQ dinner. As dusk falls, the experience concludes with a twilight frog walk, observing and listening for local frog species in their natural habitat.

These simple, engaging activities draw on the proven benefits of time in nature to reduce stress, support wellbeing, and foster meaningful connection.

This free small-group event forms part of Veterans’ Health Week: Connect, Move, Nourish, Thrive.
Proudly supported by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.

REGISTER HERE