CONSERVATION PROJECTS
A record of what we've done and what we're working on from community surveys and citizen science to cultural partnerships and education on the Tweed Coast.
These are the programs and initiatives we are actively running or building toward. Join us, contribute data, or get in touch to find out more.
Current projects
Threatened Species Surveys
Monthly count surveys tracking sea turtles, shorebirds and other threatened species at Cook Island Aquatic Reserve and the Tweed estuary. Volunteer-run using standardised citizen science methods — data submitted to national monitoring programs.
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Turtle Code of Conduct
A community guide developed by Green Heroes to protect sea turtles at Cook Island from disturbance by swimmers, snorkellers and divers. The code sets clear expectations for respectful interaction with turtles in the wild — helping people enjoy the reserve without causing harm.
These initiatives have been completed or wound down. They remain part of our story and continue to inform the conservation work we do today.
past projects
Jungarra Ngarrian Conservation Project
A collaboration between Traditional Descendants, community volunteers, NSW Department of Primary Industries and Kirra Dive to protect the flora, fauna and cultural story of Cook Island Aquatic Reserve. The project acknowledges Jungarra Ngarrian as both ecologically significant and a place of deep cultural importance to the Bundjalung and Yugambeh peoples.
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Early Volunteer Program
A collaboration between Traditional Descendants, community volunteers, NSW Department of Primary Industries and Kirra Dive to protect the flora, fauna and cultural story of Cook Island Aquatic Reserve. The project acknowledges Jungarra Ngarrian as both ecologically significant and a place of deep cultural importance to the Bundjalung and Yugambeh peoples.
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Want to be part of the next project?
Whether you're interested in our current surveys or have an idea for a future collaboration, we'd love to hear from you.