School of the Environment

Healthy Moreton Bay: A thriving coastal ecosystem by 2032

Moreton Bay and its catchment are internationally recognised as among the most biodiverse regions of the world.

Approximately 1,000 native animal species, many threatened, live in Moreton Bay or rely on its diverse, interconnected habitats during migration. Its beauty and importance to Queensland life and enterprise belie a picture of growing ecological decline, much of it tied to human development and climate change.

That is the present. The future can tell a different story. The Healthy Moreton Bay initiative is all about creating a thriving and sustainable ecosystem – one that will showcase Australian conservation and environmental leadership to the world in 2032.

The time to act is now. An investment in UQ’s Healthy Moreton Bay initiative is an investment in impact, ensuring that this extraordinary place is protected, preserved, enjoyed and respected for generations to come. And that it serves as a model for others who struggle with the same challenges around the world.
Leadership
Healthy Moreton Bay will draw on the leadership of the Quandamooka Yoolooburrabee Aboriginal Corporation (QYAC) and strong partnerships with The Moreton Bay Foundation and other key stakeholders, including government, industry and the general public.
Research
Healthy Moreton Bay research will be multidisciplinary and collaborative, across UQ faculties — including the Centre for Marine Science and Centre for Biodiversity and Conservation Science — as well as with external research partners, including NGOs.

Champions

Together we aim to create innovative, long-term solutions to protect and sustain our unique and precious marine ecosystems for generations to come.

 

 

Healthy Moreton Bay news
The Goodman Foundation continue to champion marine conservation
In a groundbreaking commitment to the health of Queensland’s iconic Moreton Bay, The Goodman Foundation has generously donated $1 million to support a UQ Healthy Moreton Bay Research Chair.
CBCS News: Moreton Bay Special Issue
The UQ Centre for Biodiversity and Conservation Science produces a quarterly newsletter. This special issue focuses on the diverse research in Moreton Bay, which covers everything from seahorses to sewage to social values.

The time to act is now

Get in touch to discuss how you can make a difference:

Brenda Tournier

Associate Vice President, Advancement

0447 537 384

Read the case for support to learn more: Healthy Moreton Bay Initiative: A thriving coastal ecosystem by 2032 (PDF, 2.6 MB)

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