Tag: feature

From the Australian perspective we often think places like Germany, or indeed the whole of Europe, might be ahead of us in environmental and public health measures, but I’m beginning to think we just don’t know how lucky we are.

A boatload full of writers, artists, actors, musicians, producers, curators and our own MP Sandy Bolton merrily wound its way up the Noosa River...

Welcome to Open Noosa - a collaborative local affairs blog examining and discussing Noosa’s issues & challenges. Open Noosa publishes articles and other writing as...

Have you ever stopped to think about how the national parks in our region came to be designated? Their creation was often the result of hard work and intensive campaigning.

How much is that doggie in the window? The one with the waggly tail How much is that doggie in the window? I do hope...

Is the Biosphere beef cattle project doing the best for a sustainable planet - and our health? In recent times, grass-fed cattle raised on pastures...

As controversy continues to swirl around the Noosa Biosphere Reserve Foundation, a major recipient of funding from Noosa Council, KEITH JACKSON reveals his experience...

Over the past three years I have talked with Noosa Councillors, Council employees, community organisations, clubs, schools and business owners in this region, specifically...