Confessions of a tree hugger

Phil Moran. (Supplied)

Phil Moran is a passionate advocate for the environment and has been involved in natural resource management for over 30 years.

Most recently, he was General Manager for Noosa & District Landcare Group [NDLG] overseeing a large staff and volunteer base. He worked for NDLG for 25 years before retirement and has been a member since 1991.

Phil’s 33-acre property in Cooran, was the first Nature Refuge declared in the Noosa Shire and he has a lifelong passion for restoring the Australian bush. Phil has worked with many environmental groups within the Noosa District and is the recipient of several environmental awards including Winner of Noosa Biosphere Environmental Stewardship Award in 2024.

Join us at Friday Environment Forum for a special presentation by Phil about his journey to becoming a ‘tree hugger’ including his proud involvement in the revegetation of the Yurol/Ringtail Project.

Be inspired by one man’s journey and achievements at the forum on July 25th at the Noosa Parks Association Environment Centre, 5 Wallace Drive, Noosaville starting at 10.30am with morning tea available from 10am. Entry is $5 by‘tap and go at the door which includes morning tea/coffee.

Join the bird observers at 8.30am in the carpark for interpretive birding.

For more info, visit noosaparks.org.au