Beat the parking blues tomorrow by parking at either the new transit centre in the Junction or at the J car park and catch the FREE shuttle bus that will be going back and forth to the back of Hasting Street. More >>
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Biosphere Day 2011
Noosa Biosphere Day 2011 - A Great Success!
Thank you to all who helped bring Noosa Biosphere Day 2011 to life. The weather really was fantastic this year! Photos will be available to view online soon.
After the success of the Noosa biosphere community day in 2010, biosphere volunteers are planning to create an even bigger and better event this coming September.
The event is about celebrating our communities achievements and aspirations as well as helping a better understanding of what makes our region so special and why we received biosphere reserve status.
Last year we had over 70 community groups, environment groups and performers involved and despite some dark clouds we had over 2000 locals and visitors join in the celebrations.Join us for a great family day out - educational, entertaining and fun.
Sunday 18th September 2011
10 am - 3 pm
Noosa Woods, Hastings StreetTo mark our biosphere’s 4rd birthday, many local organisations are showcasing their sustainable businesses and how they help protect our environment and develop a vibrant, creative learning hub.
Plan your day. Use the tabs below for more info.
Gubbi Gubbi Dance Troupe
Richmond Birdwing Conservation Network
Walking Meditation
Face painting
Wilvos
Duke Wilde Band
Download the Biosphere Day 2011 Program
Stage Program
Make this the day you leave your car at home.
Get down to Noosa Woods on Hastings Street
by bus:
There are plenty of buses you could catch:
- 620 from Maroochydore
- 626 from Sunrise Beach, Tewantin and St Andrews Dr
- 627 from Sunshine Beach and Tewantin
- 628 from Tewantin and Parklands
- 629 from Noosa Civic and Tewantin
- 630 from Nambour via Eumundi
- 631 from Nambour via Cooroy & Yandina
- 632 from Cooran via Cooroy & Pomona
Call 131230 or view the timetables for these buses here:
Trankslink bus timetablesCheck the $2 Flexi Link Services if you live in Pomona, Black Mountain or Boreen Pt.
Flexilink Trial Servicesby bike:
Grab a helmet and cycle to the event. Here’s a local map to get you to the event safely.
by ferry:
Going to Noosa Biosphere Day? Then leave your car in Tewantin and travel by Ferry from Noosa Marina. Noosa Ferry have made a fantastic offer for Noosa Biosphere Day. Present this voucher (print it out!) when you buy a Family All Day Pass and pay only $30 (Normally $45). Two adults and 4 children (children under 4 free). But its only available on Noosa Biosphere Day (18 September). http://www.noosaferry.com/Timetable.aspx
by car:
Car parking is limited so fill your car with friends and family or consider parking your car 1-2km away from the event and walk/cycle from there!
Take the Ferry (discounted!) to Biosphere Day on Sunday
Anne Lawrence - Friday, September 16, 2011Going to Noosa Biosphere Day? Then leave your car in Tewantin and travel by Ferry from Noosa Marina. Noosa Ferry have made a fantastic offer for Noosa Biosphere Day. Present this voucher (print it out!) when you buy a Family All Day Pass and pay only $30 (Normally $45). Two adults and 4 children (children under 4 free). But its only available on Noosa Biosphere Day (18 September). More >>
Men's health check at the 'pit stop' at Biosphere Day
Anne Lawrence - Wednesday, September 14, 2011Noosa Biosphere Day is on this Sunday at Noosa Woods from 10am – 3pm and in addition to a wide variety of entertainment and environmental sessions the organisers are boasting health benefits. More >>
Award winning The Duke Wilde Band - 2010 Coca-Cola Battle Of The Bands at Tamworth winner - signs up for Noosa Biosphere Day
Anne Lawrence - Tuesday, September 13, 2011
With the day close to arrival, Noosa Biosphere Day committee members are excited to announce the award winning Duke Wilde Band will be performing on the main stage at this year’s event on Sunday September 18th at Noosa Woods.
Get ready to rock with this unbelievably talented band, that has performed all over the country and will be jetting off after the Noosa Biosphere Day to Nashville, Tennessee to perform at the Americana Music Festival, alongside the world’s top country performers.
Along with Caitlyn Shadbolt & Aiming High also taking to the main stage, the day is set to be a stunner with performances, activities, workshops and plenty more that is a must see on the day. Starting at 10am and finishing at 3pm the kid’s will have entertainment happening throughout the day to keep them smiling, including a live Gecko’s Native Animals show, free face painting, a labyrinth and much more. More >>
Top Jazz Duo will take to the main stage at this years Noosa Biosphere Day
Anne Lawrence - Monday, September 05, 2011
Caitlyn Shadbolt and Aiming High will share their sound at Noosa Biosphere Day
Anne Lawrence - Monday, August 29, 2011Caitlyn Shadbolt & Aiming High from the Australian Institute of Country Music will share their unique sound with us at Noosa Biosphere Day. More >>
Local schools showcase at Biosphere Community Day: Sept 19th at Noosa Woods
Anne Lawrence - Tuesday, August 16, 2011School children in the Noosa biosphere region will bring out their creative flair in a region wide first at the upcoming Noosa Biosphere Day community celebrations. More >>
Community Celebration: Noosa Biosphere Day
Anne Lawrence - Thursday, July 28, 2011Just a reminder to put September the 18th in your diaries - it will be a fun filled community celebration event at Noosa Woods called 'Noosa Biosphere Day'. More >>
Plenty of planting to offset carbon from Biosphere Day
Anne Lawrence - Friday, April 15, 2011Noosa and District Landcare planted approximately 500 trees this week to offset the carbon produced during last year’s Noosa Biosphere Day. More >>
Biosphere Community 'DAY'
Anne Lawrence - Tuesday, April 12, 2011After the success of the Noosa biosphere community day last September, biosphere volunteers are planning to repeat that same grass roots approach and create an even bigger and better event this coming September. More >>
Would you like to help out?
Volunteering is a great way to make connections and contribute to this community.
If you are interested, please let us know by filling in the form below."Yes, please add me to your volunteer database"
Catering
Lunch will be provided by local service/ community clubs for purchase. A range of items will be available to purchase including vegetarian alternatives. Lunch vouchers will be provided for volunteers working in the exhibitions.
Alcohol
No alcohol will be sold at Noosa Biosphere Day. Cooroy Spring Water will be available, so bring your own cup and fill up for free. Let's keep Noosa Biosphere Day plastic free.
Internet Connection
Internet will be available via a free WiFi Hotspot courtesy of Telstra. Details of logon will be provided on request.
First Aid
There will be a first aid marquee located adjacent to the entrance to the event (see diagram). Please assist by directing any persons injuring themselves to the marquee location.
Water
There will be a bulk Spring Water container provided by Cooroy Mountain Springs Water located in the centre of the woods (see layout drawing). We encourage you and friends to bring along a reusable container and use this water free of charge.
Yarning Circle Tent
If you have a product or story to tell about your display speak to the Biosphere Day Organisers¬ and arrange for yourself to present your topic in the Yarning Circle.
Toilets
Toilets are located close by at the end of Hastings Street.
Disabled access
Disabled parking will be reserved near the site for easy access.
Organiser's Info
Details below to be updated shortly - WORK IN PROGRESS
Set Up
Between 6:30 am and 9:30 am. Cars must be out of the display area by 9:00 am. SES will be directing traffic and their instructions must be followed. Cars may be parked in the first car park on the left or right as you pass the main event area in the Noosa Woods.
Marquee set up
If you are intending to set up a marquee in the event area, please send details of such to the organiser Tony Haslam Ph 5449 8118 or email at anthonyhaslam@optusnet.com.au. No marquee is to be independently erected before speaking to a Biosphere Organiser (white shirt/ green Biosphere stamp). They will advise you of requirements.
Equipment provided
Each Tent will contain - 1 trestle table (Approx 1.8 X 0.8) and at least 2 chairs.
Please respond to Helen Gregory by email at Helen.Gregory@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au or Phone 5449 5122 for any any special equipment needs.Power
Electricity will be available on site from the generators and in situ supply. Organisers/ displays need to advise us if they wish to connect to power and also how many points they wish to utilise.
Dismantling
From 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Cars will not be allowed onto the display area until 4:00 pm.
SES will be directing traffic and their instructions must be followed.Clean up of site
Noosa Biosphere Day organisers ask that you to clean up your site before you leave, returning all recyclable / compostable and non recycle waste to the appropriate bins placed around the park. If you are unsure please ask the Biosphere Day Organisers. Let us leave the site as we have found it.
Advertising - Noosa on Biosphere Flyers
We want to advise as many people as we can about the Noosa Biosphere and there are coloured flyer/ brochures on the aims and objectives of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves. If you can help in events that you are at over the next month please contact Helen Gregory at email Helen.Gregory@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au or phone 5449 5122 and she will send you some in the mail.
Contact.
On the day the organisers can be contacted either directly on site (they will be wearing white T Shirts with a green Noosa Biosphere motif or by phoning Tony Haslam on 0417 077 415.SES Assistance
We are lucky enough to have the SES to assist with parking arrangements and general traffic flow. Please help this great service/ community club by adhering to their requests. They will be in bright ORANGE suits on the day.
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