Open Letter to Ministers Burke, Fraser and Darling re coastal developmentA letter from FBA CEO Suzie Christensen to Ministers Tony Burke, Andrew Fraser and Vicki Darling asking for a moratorium on development in local coastal areas until a strategic assessment of cumulative impacts has been completed. [pdf 438.2 kb]
500 farmers improve reef healthThe launch of the Reef Rescue impact statement shows the great achievements of this program - around 500 land holders in the Fitzroy Basin have gotten involved so far. [pdf 76.1 kb]
Local to learn and share knowledge of healthier coastsTwo locals with a passion for enhancing our region's coastal environments are being supported by FBA to attend the QLD Coastal Conference. [pdf 103.7 kb]
Dolphin research made publicCome and learn more about the results of 5 years of research into local inshore dolphins - the Ind-Pacific Humpback Dolphin and the Australian Snubfin Dolphin. When: Tuesday 30 August, 7:30pm Where: Wentworth room, Kershaw House, North Rockhampton [pdf 72.0 kb]
Farmers working to rescue the reefIn reponse to the release of the first Reef Plan report card, FBA outlines the ways that local landholders are contributing to a healthier reef through on-ground action. [pdf 75.7 kb]
Innovative farmer accepts compost tea challengePeter Attard is trialling compost teas on his property near Moura thanks to the FBA's Innovation Fund. [pdf 122.6 kb]
FBA highlights environmental recovery to key decision-makersFBA met with Julia Gillard to discuss a package to rehabilitate local landscapes, and our CEO will be involved in the Premier's taskforce for flood recovery. [pdf 74.0 kb]
Good advice helps grower reduce chemical inputsInvolvement in the Grains BMP program helped grower Robin Murphy significantly reduce his costs and impact on the environment. He's using less chemicals thanks to training, expert advice and an incentive grant to help him modify his machinery. [pdf 142.6 kb]
Trials near Biloea help improve knowledge of pasture cropping [pdf 105.1 kb]
On the lookout for elusive quail [pdf 23.0 kb]
FBA's Year focused on working to improve water quality [pdf 23.5 kb]
A sustainable future with a grand histroy [pdf 23.1 kb]
Getting back to grassroots at pasture field day [pdf 24.0 kb]
Ship grounding demands long-term reef monitoring [pdf 25.5 kb]
Looking for landholders with native grasslands [pdf 23.8 kb]
Rocky detour gives fish a smooth journey [pdf 25.0 kb]
Small grants can make a big difference [pdf 25.1 kb]
FBA focus on healthy waterways [pdf 38.1 kb]
Fishing champion awarded for eco-efforts [pdf 23.8 kb]
FBA supports call for independent water quality testing [pdf 23.7 kb]
Capricorn Coast dolphins at risk [pdf 23.8 kb]
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