North Queensland Conservation Council

We are the voice for the environment in North Queensland. We advocate on regional environmental issues, representing the area roughly bounded by Bowen, Cardwell, the Coral Sea and the Northern Territory border.

Our mission is to influence, educate and inspire our North Queensland community to achieve an ecologically sustainable society.

You can learn all about our work on this website, in our latest Annual Report, or by contacting us directly. If you would like to support what we do, you could join as a member, donate, volunteer, attend our events or follow us on Facebook or Twitter. We are a registered Australian charity and all donations over $2 are tax deductible.

We hope you can join with us to strengthen the environment movement in beautiful North Queensland.

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Paperbark May 2020

Posted by Crystal Falknau · June 01, 2020 4:24 PM · 1 reaction
May seems to have disappeared in a flash, but there has been no shortage of environment-related political discussion circulating. In the same month that the Townsville Bulletin reported (for subscribers only) on a study that found "big potential for growth" in North Queensland's timber industry, we learned that logging of native forests likely worsened the summer bushfires. And while many economists have demonstrated the viability of growth in renewables in our country's pandemic recovery, the Federal Government remains loyal to fossil fuels and land is released for coal and gas exploration in Queensland.

Now for the good news: one-third of Rio Tinto's investors have called for tougher climate change targets; Australia's Reserve Bank has called for a post-pandemic renewables push; a group of young people are taking Clive Palmer to court over his coal mine; Australian researchers are leading the way in solar panel technology development; and Yallambie residents in Mt Isa demonstrate how communities can take charge of caring for their environment.

Needless to say, our job is bigger and tougher than ever before. We're fired up, passionate and we've got our wits about us. To show your support, we ask that you join or renew your membership and consider donating or becoming a monthly donor if you can. Every name and every dollar helps us to face the challenges ahead.

In this edition:
- Updates from the team
- NQCC news:
  - Environment Day Members' Workshop!
  - Award-winning volunteer celebrations
- Online events & activism opportunities
- Other news and events
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Upcoming events
Friday, June 05, 2020 at 07:00 PM · 3 rsvps

Online

Have Your Say this Environment Day
World Environment Day is celebrated on 5 June each year, and plays a big role in NQCC's calendar. It is the day that our Annual Memberships are due for renewal and is also a day to reflect on what our environment means to us and what we are working towards.

This World Environment Day, we invite our members to join us in a virtual setting (via Zoom) for an interactive workshop. This isn't a seminar or webinar. There are no guest speakers or experts invited along to impart their knowledge. Instead, we want to hear from YOU, and learn from your local knowledge, your passion and your experience.

For this event, we ask you to consider the following three questions:
- What do you love most about North Queensland's environment?
- What are you biggest concerns for our environment?
- What would you like to see in NQCC and North Queensland's future?
Please note that this event is for our members only - those who have pledged their commitment to our organisation. If you wish to have your voice heard, please ensure you join or renew your membership either before or directly after you RSVP.

You'll receive the Zoom link after you RSVP and your membership has been authenticated.

Want to have your say but can't make it along to the event? Fill out our short survey here!
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Friday, June 12, 2020 at 06:00 PM · 2 rsvps

Online

June Green Drinks

Well, it's that time again! Once again this is an online event - but the countdown is on until we can mingle face-to-face! To celebrate World Oceans Day (Monday 8 June), this month's theme is "Ocean Life". Wear blue, or something marine-themed (or maybe feature your goldfish in the background?) and prepare any ocean-themed photos, jokes, stories and anecdotes you'd like to share.

Remember - this is a networking event for anyone who loves the environment, so feel free to invite a friend to join! Personal connection is so important to charge our motivation, and that is something you can't get enough of!

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