At Capricorn Conservation Council (CCC), we know that healthy environments do not exist in isolation. Our creeks, rivers, wetlands, coastlines and reefs are all part of one connected system. A catchment that begins in our backyards and paddocks flows all the way to the Great Barrier Reef. Caring for our catchment means looking after land…
Read MoreThoughtful gifts for people who love this place as much as we do. The festive season is almost here, and across Central Queensland many of us are preparing to spend time with the people and places we care about. From the banks of Tunuba to the islands off our coast and the ranges around Mt…
Read MoreWe live in one of the most beautiful corners of Australia. From the winding Tununba (Fitzroy River) to the saltwater breeze along the Capricorn Coast, we’re surrounded by landscapes that deserve our care. But every time we put the wrong thing in the bin, we risk harming the very places we love. Recycling right isn’t…
Read MoreAt Capricorn Conservation Council (CCC), we are passionate about supporting biodiversity in the Rockhampton region. From tree planting days to Caring for Country collaborations, we work alongside community, Traditional Owners, and partner organisations to restore and protect our local environment. 🌱 National Tree Day, 27 July Earlier this year, CCC joined forces with community members…
Read MoreBy Carlie Sommers At Capricorn Conservation Council, we know that sustainability starts with the choices we make every day about what we consume, what we discard, and how we value the resources around us. But we also know local action alone is not enough. That’s why we’re proud to work alongside national allies like the…
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Come and join our friends at Environmental Advocacy in Central Queensland Sunday the 3rd of December and send a clear message to the government- KOALAS NOT COAL. ENVA is calling to STOP new coal and gas projects to keep a safe climate for us and our environment. This event is part of a Move Beyond…
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Plastic pollution has reached alarming levels, causing devastating harm to our planet. Every year, an astonishing amount of metric tons of single-use plastic waste is generated globally, posing a significant threat to wildlife, oceans, ecosystems, and human health. Plastic waste has severe environmental consequences, and its effects are far-reaching. Plastics take hundreds of years to…
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Rehabilitation of Semi-Evergreen-Vine-Thicket Rainforest at the Capricorn Caves, to conserve and protect our native fauna and flora, including the locally endangered Ghost Bat! We will also check on the survival and progress of our previously planted trees. So bring your muscles and big smiles and help us plant more trees. Everyone is WELCOME, no one…
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You’re INVITED to CCC’s AGM 26th of JULY 2023 from 6pm!The AGM will still be held at the HUB, James Street Yeppoon, followed by a celebration of CCC’s 50 Years! Everyone is welcome to attend, however only our members may vote and nominate.Sign up here & make a tax-deductible donation: https://cccqld.org.au/get-involved/membership-donations/ You will also be able…
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Fuel costs through the Roof! Interested in going ELECTRIC? Find out more about Battery Electric Vehicles. Speak to local EV owners about their real-world experiences When: Saturday, 3 June 2023 from 8:30 am to 12 noon Where: Central Park, Murray Street, ROCKHAMPTONbetween Denham and William Streets opposite Central Park Motel A range of cars will…
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