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Because of the late rain in April, our field trip was postponed for a week and as a result we had perfect weather for our first ‘overseas trip’ since the pandemic (can we describe Townsville and Magnetic Island as being … Continue reading
Our planned trip to Mission Beach to walk the historic Kennedy Track on 23rd May has been confirmed. We will be joined by members of the Cassowary Coast and Hinchinbrook Branch of WPSQ, which was involved both in the construction … Continue reading
Aaaah at last, we welcome the more moderate temperatures and sunny skies as summer fades into whatever passes for ‘autumn’ in the tropics. Welcome also to another new member, Ruth, who joined us since our last update. Dare we aim … Continue reading
One of our very alert members drew our attention last week to the deeply disturbing news that QPWS will no longer allow camping at one of our loveliest, and certainly the closest of our National Park campsites, at Alligator Creek … Continue reading
Small and unprepossessing, the Rowes Bay Wetlands nevertheless had small numbers of ten different waterbird species present even at a time when there are many other areas available in the district. A boardwalk and viewing areas keep people above the … Continue reading
Our Annual General Meeting was held successfully on March 28th. Our four existing office-bearers were re-elected to the management committee and we welcomed Pam Cocks as an ordinary member of the committee. The following President’s Report gives a summary of … Continue reading
On 20 March we were shocked to learn of the loss of two beautiful trees (Ficus benjamina) from Anzac Park, where they had graced the Garden of Remembrance. The Garden features curving walls, displaying hundreds of small plaques, honouring veterans … Continue reading
A salute to our members, new and old: We would like to welcome 3 brand new members Emma, Carol and Pam, as well as “recycled” members Chris and Alastair who have both come back to us after a break of a … Continue reading
The first outing for the year was a pleasantly shady stroll from Rossiter Park to Aplin’s Weir. We started on the paved path but then moved onto the informal track close to the river bank. This often ran through much … Continue reading
Look Local: Our first field outing of the year – Sunday 21st February. Our first walk of the year will explore a section of the riverbank, including some impressive post-flood regrowth which local residents have been fostering. Rocking and Rolling at … Continue reading