THE REGION
EXPLORING –
Where to go,
What to do
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You and Your Biosphere
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Welcome to The Great Sandy Man and the Biosphere!
A Very Special Place!
A remarkable region, the Great Sandy includes many of Australia’s iconic natural features, internationally recognised as having significant cultural
and conservation value.
Designated in 2009, under UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere programme, the Great Sandy Biosphere builds on the understanding that preserving our natural
resources is integral to addressing the the future impacts of climate change and other global challenges.
Functions of a Biosphere
The Great Sandy Biosphere addresses three complimentary functions:
Conservation –
Promoting and contributing to the conservation of landscapes, habitats, ecosystems and the well being and biodiversity of the species within them.
Development –
Fostering economic and human development that produces income but is socially responsible and ecologically sustainable.
Knowledge and Education –
Advancing the understanding of processes that encourage sustainable development through research, monitoring and education and creating a knowledge
base that adds to a global database of sustainable best practice.
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Click here to download the Great Sandy - Man and the Biosphere Flyer
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Latest News
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Sustainable Futures Discussion
A fantastic forum on sustainability and our current patterns of consumption. How can individuals and business change in ways that minimise
the damage to the planets resources.
Hosted by Adam Spencer this discussion analyses the current situation and the difficulties involved in creating a sustainable future.
View Adam's video: Can Consumption
Become Sustainable?
Fraser Coast Discovery Sphere
Crowds Flock to the Opening of the NEW Fraser Coast Discovery Sphere
The newest attraction on the Fraser Coast has opened to the public over the weekend with more than 1100 people making their way through the new
Fraser Coast Discovery Sphere.
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Have Your Say! – We are always keen to receive feedback from individuals interested in
issues that effect our region. Take the time to send us your thoughts.
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Events Calendar
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