We’re excited to welcome Max Lenoy as our special guest for the first Green Drinks of 2026.

Max is widely known for his work in Indigenous education and cultural advocacy. He holds a Bachelor of Education (Primary) from JCU and a Master of Education from Harvard University, with a focus on technology and innovation in education.

But Max is much more than his qualifications. He is deeply embedded in the Queensland community – serving on various boards and committees, including the North Queensland Employment Service (Deputy Chair), Queensland Youth Services (Chair) and Yumba Meta Ltd. He has previously served as a non-executive Director of the State Library of Queensland and chaired its First Nations Advisory Committee.

He’s also a creative and cultural contributor – performing in theatre productions, featuring in the TheatreiNQ PlayGround Writers Festival, and delivering a powerful TEDxTownsville talk, “Connecting with Country,” exploring how connection to land shapes identity and belonging.

Max joined the NQCC Management Committee at the 2025 AGM, and we’re thrilled to have him share his perspective as an educator, community leader, artist and change maker.

Green Drinks is a relaxed, informal space to connect with others who care about the environmental future of our region. No membership necessary, no pressure – just good conversations about what matters.

Come along, bring a friend, and help us kick off 2026 together. Please RSVP, to make venue booking easier.