The Noosa Biosphere Reserve Foundation has launched a new community campaign, Live Like You Love It, inviting residents and those who visit to take shared responsibility in caring for the unique environment and lifestyle that make Noosa one of the world’s most recognised biosphere reserves.
“Living like you love it means recognising that Noosa’s natural beauty and lifestyle don’t happen by accident,” Anna Macklin, General Manager of the Noosa Biosphere Reserve Foundation (NBRF) said. “They are the result of generations caring deeply about this place and acting to protect it.”
“As we begin working towards redesignation of our UNESCO status in 2027, we’re inviting community and visitors to be mindful about living with biosphere values and respect for our natural limits,” said Ms Macklin.
The campaign (noosabiosphere.org.au/love-it) encourages people to think about how their everyday choices — from how they explore nature to how they support local businesses, move about, and care for place — contribute to the natural limits and long-term health of the Noosa Biosphere.
“Live Like You Love It will share information and resources for residents, business and visitors to encourage everyday behaviours that protect and respect the Noosa Biosphere.”
As part of the campaign, the Foundation is inviting residents to take part in free morning sessions at the Noosa Festival of Surfing.
The Noosa Biosphere Workshops and Talks (16, 17 and 19 March) invite a deeper connection to our blue biosphere (the ocean and waterways within the Noosa Biosphere Reserve). Over three mornings, the program explores themes of surf, culture and connection; youth and our blue biosphere; and marine research.
“The blue biosphere workshops are an opportunity for all ages to learn, share ideas and be inspired by local leaders, environmental experts and our connection to the ocean,” said Ms Macklin.
“We have some incredible presenters as well as children’s workshops, and a community art installation that people can pin their pledge to the ocean on to. It’s an opportunity to connect around protecting our beautiful blue biosphere.
Presenters include: Professor Ian Lowe AO, Tom Wegener, Whalesongs Noosa Charters, Noosa World Surfing Reserve, Surfrider Sunshine Coast Foundation, Surf Life Saving Qld, Dept of Fisheries, UniSC researchers Javier Leon, Dr Bonnie Holmes, Melina Keane and Dr Alexis Levengood, Coolum & Northshore Coastcare, Plastic Free Noosa, and Beverly Hand Walking Talking Country Tours.
All sessions are free for all ages. Explore the full program at noosabiosphere.org.au/nfos.
