Join us for our next Green Drinks evening – a relaxed space to connect, chat, and hear about what’s happening in the environmental space.

This month, we’re joined by Erin Miles, community campaign organiser with the Bob Brown Foundation, who will share insights into a growing campaign on Antarctic krill fishing.

Did you know that tiny, paperclip-sized krill underpin the entire Antarctic food chain? From whales to penguins, so many iconic species rely on them – yet an expanding industry is harvesting krill for health supplements, raising serious concerns for one of the world’s most fragile ecosystems.

 
Credit: Steffen Chaffer

Credit: Flavio Gasperini

Erin will give us a glimpse into what’s happening, why it matters, and how people here in Townsville can get involved. Come along for a drink, meet like-minded people, and be part of the conversation.

Have you heard of Climate Cafés?

There’s no guest speaker, no advice, and no call to action- just a quiet, welcoming space to share your thoughts and feelings about the climate crisis, in community with others. Whether you want to speak or simply listen, whatever you’re feeling is valid and welcome here.

The North Queensland Conservation Council invites you to join us for an outdoor Climate Café-an opportunity to come together and gently explore our emotional responses to the complexity of the world around us.

Why join?
As activists and community members, we often focus on outcomes and taking action. This space offers something different, but deeply supportive of that work. It’s a low-pressure environment to process the emotional weight of the climate and nature crisis.

Unlike traditional meetings, Climate Cafés prioritise being over doing. They create space for emotions such as grief, anxiety, hope, and even outrage-without the expectation to solve or act. Taking time to acknowledge and share these feelings can help build emotional resilience and strengthen our sense of connection with others.

This Climate Café will be hosted by Priscilla Peto and community campaigner Luna Prince, both trained facilitators with Psychology for a Safe Climate.

Details:
This is a small-group conversation, and spaces are limited-booking is essential.
Please arrive 20 minutes earlier to allow time to settle in

What to bring:

• A warm or cold drink
• A foldable camping chair (some will be available if needed)
• A sweater or scarf to stay comfortable

Light snacks will be provided.

Location:
We’ll meet at the picnic and barbecue area near the Jezzine Children’s Playground. Parking is available on Jezzine Way West—look for us downhill from the car park.