Sustainability Hub
HERE FOR TOMORROW
At the start of the Southern Great Barrier Reef, the Bundaberg Region is home to some of Australia’s most pristine reef systems, the largest loggerhead turtle rookery in the South Pacific, and one of the nation’s most productive food bowls, growing 25% of Australia’s fresh produce.
This is also the traditional Country of the Taribelang Bunda, Gooreng Gooreng, Gurang, Bailai, Wakka Wakka, Wulli Wulli, Djaku-nde, Jangerie Jangerie and Kabbi Kabbi Peoples.
We know what we’ve got, and we’re serious about looking after it. From reef to paddock, our focus is simple: protect what matters now, so it’s still here to blow minds later.
ECO DESTINATION
certification
Queensland’s Bundaberg Region, the southern-most destination on the Great Barrier Reef and the home of the nation’s most significant endangered loggerhead turtle rookery, has been awarded ECO Destination Certification from Ecotourism Australia.
The globally recognised ECO Destination Certification process through Ecotourism Australia is complex and recognises the efforts of the tourism industry, local government and the entire community towards all aspects of regional sustainability, and the Bundaberg Region is the second destination in Queensland and fifth in Australia to announce the prestigious credential.
The program was developed to identify and support genuine ecotourism and nature tourism experiences in Australia. The ECO Destination Certification program assures travellers that certified destinations are backed by a strong, well-managed commitment to sustainable practices and provide high-quality nature-based tourism experiences within the region.
National
SUSTAINABILITY FRAMEWORK FOR THE VISITOR ECONOMY
The National Sustainability Framework for the Visitor Economy sets the direction for how Australia grows tourism without trashing the very things people come to see. Think better for the environment, stronger for communities, and smarter for businesses.
Here in Bundaberg, that plays out in real life. Reef protection. Local food systems. Cultural respect. Businesses doing more with less and doing it well.
It’s not about perfection. It’s about progress. Small shifts, smart decisions, and a shared goal to keep this place thriving long after the holiday’s over.
Because if we get this right, everyone wins.
REEF HEALTH
Here on the Southern Great Barrier Reef, we are blessed with a year-round temperate climate perfect for visitors to experience our abundant marine life and discover the intricate details of the reef they call home.
As citizens of the reef, we can help manage the risk of marine heat waves leading to coral bleaching.
An early warning system helps us predict, forward plan, and respond to coral bleaching events.
– Climate forecasts
– Real-time monitoring of temperature stress
– Monitoring to detect and report the early signs of bleaching
Be part of and encourage your visitors to help the reef thrive with these tools:
Turtle-Safe Operations
With turtles nesting on our beaches, Queensland Parks and Wildlife lead an initiative to increase awareness of the impacts of light pollution on sea turtles.
Our turtles need dark beaches and you can make a difference. During the breeding season (mid-October to the end of April) whether you are a resident, visitor or business, you can help cut the glow of lights affecting beaches in your local area
BUILD SUSTAINABILITY IN YOUR BUSINESS
Integrating sustainability into your business practices is not only a responsible choice for the planet but also a strategic decision that can positively impact your bottom line, enhance your brand image, and position your company for long-term success in a rapidly changing world. We have compiled sustainability resources for your business so you can begin your sustainability journey or strengthen your current sustainability strategy.
