Tropical Cyclone Alfred
AT THE time of writing, Council is working with other emergency services providers to prepare for the effects of Tropical Cyclone Alfred. While we don’t know exactly how impactful it will be on our region, we know there will be a lot of work required after TC Alfred has passed through. Please stay safe during this time and allow emergency services to complete the work that will be necessary to recover from this event. Be kind and look out for your neighbours.
Coolum tree vandals
You may have seen the new sign at First Bay to warn the community of the vegetation damage that has occurred there. Testing has come back positive for herbicide poisoning, with another site nearby also under investigation.
It is deeply troubling to see deliberate damage to our precious native vegetation. Especially vegetation that also stabilises our foreshore and protects communities from tidal inundation.
Council is committed to preserving our natural environment, and we will take all necessary steps to hold those responsible accountable. The destruction of vegetation not only harms the environment but also affects the entire community, including BushCare volunteers who spend hours each year taking care of our foreshore reserves.
If you notice suspicious vegetation damage occurring in Council-managed reserves or parks, please contact Council’s customer services on 5475 7272.
Coolum bats
Council is aware that flying foxes are roosting in the Elizabeth Street drain. These are wild, seasonal native animals that come and go from roost sites, looking for food. Eucalypts and paperbarks near Coolum are flowering now, providing nectar.
Flying foxes are also noisy as it’s breeding season. It won’t last long, and they will soon be off looking for food elsewhere. We are watching the roost closely and understand it can be difficult living near flying-fox roosts in urban areas. We have a long-term aim to entice flying-foxes to a more suitable home.
We conduct research to better understand how they choose their roost sites and are rehabilitating more appropriate reserves with trees they like to live in and food they like to eat. To find out more about our long-term plan, visit https://www.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au/environment/native-animals/flying-foxes
Get in touch
If you have any other issues or suggestions to discuss, please contact me on 5475 9810 or maria.suarez@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au.