Mary Cairncross latest news and events
Take a look at a sample of our most recent news and events below. Click on the links to view further details.
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The Governor of Qld visits the Reserve on 12 December (14-Dec-11)
The Governor of Qld visited the Reserve to launch a book about conservationist Elizabeth Thynne and enjoyed a luncheon with invited guests. More >>
Science, Education and Partnerships: steps towards the recovery of a flagship butterfly species (the Richmond Birdwing Butterfly) - paper available online (31-Oct-11)
The Education Officer and one volunteer at Mary Cairncross presented a paper at the 6th World Environmental Education Congress in Brisbane, 2011 entitled "Science, Education and Partnerships: steps towards the recovery of a flagship butterfly species" (the Richmond Birdwing Butterfly). The paper is available to read here. More >>
Mountain Views - Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve Volunteers' Newsletter. August 2011 (02-Aug-11)
Winter Report, Volunteers' Overview, Friends of Mary Cairncross Association update, Science, Education and Partnerships, New Centre Co-ordinator’s Introduction, Weeds in Films and EcoArt Workshop, Book Nook, Some interesting photos, Bush Foods, Fungi Photos – Peter Stanbrough, Comment: “Dinosaur Stampede – Carnivore or Vegetarian?”, Call for volunteers, Dates for your Diary More >>
Mountain Views - Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve Volunteers' Newsletter. April 2011 (01-Apr-11)
Our first edition for 2011 has arrived with absorbing observations from Alison, Christina and Gretchen. Jill gives a passionate account of our wombat’s plight and reveals just what she and Richard do in their spare time – which might well inspire others to become involved in this worthy cause. Happy reading! More >>
Reserve wins Award "Best Recreation Venue for 2010 (Sunshine Coast)" (02-Jan-11)
Our Reserve was recently awarded "Best Recreation Venue" on the Sunshine Coast for 2010. More >>
Reserve wins Award "Community Education Initiatives for 2010" (01-Jan-11)
Environmental Council announces the Reserve's Education Centre as the winner of the 2010 Community Education Initiatives Award. More >>
Mountain Views - Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve Volunteers' Newsletter. December 2010 (03-Dec-10)
Sunshine Coast rain forest news from the volunteers at Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve. Notes on Glossy Black Cockatoo Conservancy. A visit to the Galapagos. MCSR Buildings Development Stakeholder Group. Close encounters with Hadronych. Melaleuca, Tasmania and the Orange-bellied parrot. Bowerbirds’ playground. Friends of Mary Cairncross Assoc and Mary Cairncross Volunteers' news. More >>
Mountain Views - Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve Volunteers' Newsletter. September 2010 (02-Sep-10)
Dinosaur Trail, To Weed or not to Weed, Friends of Mary Cairncross Assoc Report, Ornithological Antics – Pat Powell, Butterflies, Who’s in your Neighbourhood, Dates for your Diary. More >>
Mountain Views - Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve Volunteers' Newsletter. May 2010 (01-May-10)
Sunshine Coast rain forest news from the volunteers at Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve. Amazing caterpillars, tree eating orchids, the curious life of insects, snakes verses skinks - pictures, articles, thoughts and insights. Download the full newsletter for fascinating pictures and articles. More >>
Mountain Views - Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve Volunteers' Newsletter. December 2009 (03-Dec-09)
Mary Cairncross wins a Froggie. The Sunshine Coast Environmental Council’s (SCEC) annual Environment Awards (the Froggies), showcase achievements and innovations of local individuals, community groups, schools, businesses and government sectors working towards a sustainable future. SCEC has announced that Mary Cairncross Park Volunteer Group has won a Froggy Award for the category “Eco Attraction for 2009”. More >>
Reduced Prices for Schools (01-Oct-09)
DVDs and posters are now available at reduced prices for schools More >>
