Environment Displays

Terrain NRM is an independent not for profit organisation that works with the Wet Tropics community to promote sustainable use of land and waterways, protect environmental values and support healthy, productive and viable communities and industries.
Rescuing sick, injured and orphaned native wildlife for rehabilitation and release.  
Mission Beach Wildcare provides rescue and retrieval of animals, emergency and pre-release care, co-ordination of carers, and access to veterinary resources.
Sick and injured wildlife hotline 0439687272

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The mission of Rainforest Reserves Australia is to Purchase, Restore and Protect Rainforest Habitat for Native Wildlife forever. Also to work with volunteer wildlife Carers to rehabilitate sick, injured and orphaned animals for safe return to the Wild.
Amphibians the world over are disappearing and, here in Far North Queensland, we are one of the world's "hot spots" for frog decline with several high-altitude species already feared extinct. On the coastal lowlands, species previously thought to be very common and secure are also losing ground rapidly. This is what is meant by 'frog decline' and it can apply to any frog species - not just those which are already classified as 'endangered' or 'rare'.
​Frogsafe is based at Mission Beach. we assist incoming frogs from Townsville northwards plus assist holders of sick and injured frogs around the country using long-distance consults.
The Department of Environment and Science recognises the enormous value a clean environment, innovative society and economy, and vibrant culture makes to our lives. As a diverse organisation, the department brings together key areas of work to achieve our objectives for a better Queensland. Our responsibilities relating to the environment:: - protect and manage our parks, forests and the Great Barrier Reef for current and future generations - enhance Queensland’s ecosystems - protect significant heritage places - avoid, minimise or mitigate impacts to the environment.
Off the grid
Neil's innovative wind generator
Made from washing machines and ceiling fans.
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Johnstone Region Landcare Group Inc. (JRLGI) was established in 1989 as a volunteer-based, not-for-profit organisation whose core activities are to deliver natural resource management, environmental experiences and education to all members of the community. Our core aims are:
• to support and encourage land holders to develop and maintain sustainable natural resource management practices;
• biodiversity conservation;
• natural resource management awareness and education;
• reduction of sediment, nutrient and chemical runoff;
• protect and enhance remnant vegetation, particularly riparian; and
• forming collaborative partnerships with land managers.
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Come along and meet Deborah Schiel representing Cassowary Coast Community Campus INC which is the governing body of The Rainforest School, an accredited non-state primary school which will be opening January 2019 at Dundee Park. See www.cascoco.org for more information.
MAKING FORESTS TODAY, FOR THE FUTURE
Our mission is to revegetate degraded lands and rehabilitate habitat through conservation and
preservation techniques.
How many trees make a forest?
taxidermy items, seaglass artworks, wooden artworks, botanical jewellery.
The Australian Insect Farm will be giving away Spiney Leaf Insect eggs. Grow you very own insect pet. Check out here how to keep a spiney leaf  stick insect. 
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See HOW THE PUMP WORKS on this video
  • Gravity causes water to flow down the supply pipe into a tyre
  • This results in the tyre expanding, which pushes a piston that pumps the water
  • The tyre then dumps the water - causing an impressive fountain
  • The simple process repeats​
Friends of Ninney Rise (FoNR) is an alliance of conservation and tourism  groups working together with the  following purposes:
  • to assist the conservation of the cultural heritage significance of Ninney Rise;
  • to promote ecotourism at Mission Beach and ongoing reef and rainforest conservation through interpreting Ninney Rise’s leading role in saving the Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics rainforests;
  • to assist retain Ninney Rise in public ownership with opportunities for appropriate public access  particularly for tourism and conservation purposes;
  • to assist the economically viable use of Ninney Rise;
  • to facilitate tourism, conservation, community and government partnerships
WORLD WORLD HERITAGE IS OUR PROMISE TO THE FUTURE 
Our mission is to lead, inspire, advise and support the Australian and global community to protect and share the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area in perpetuity.
We acknowledge Rainforest Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of the Wet Tropics and recognise their connection to this cultural landscape. We pay our respect to Elders past, present and future
Cassowary Coast LMACThe Cassowary Coast Local Marine Advisory Committee (LMAC) covers Flying Fish Point north of Innisfail to Dallachy Creek south of Tully Heads and includes the towns of Innisfail, Mission Beach and Tully.
Regional focusThe Cassowary Coast is named after the endangered flightless bird which can still be seen in the rainforest around the Mission Beach area. The high rainfall and humidity means this is one of the wettest and greenest places in Australia.
 Visitors are attracted to the region's offshore islands, quiet beachside villages and rainforest-covered mountains.
Recent activities
  • Support continuation of Seabed Watch - this has been a long-term LMAC sponsored project to monitor change since the removal of trawling in the area.  
Cassowary Coast LMAC support Mission Beach State School students with the Mission Beach wetlands restoration project.
Local not-for-profit conservation organization based in Mission Beach, with a display centre, plant nursery and theatrette for public education and environmental advocacy.
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Cassowary Coast Branch is engaged in the conservation of all endangered habitats in the Wet Tropics Bioregion.

Specifically…
  • working to critically review Coastal development as it impacts on endangered species like the dugong, mangrove communities and melaleuca swamps
  • land use planning that impacts on coastal woodlands and remnant rainforest, threatening icon species , the mahogany glider and the southern cassowary
  • supporting fair compensation for landholders whose use of their land is effected by necessary protective orders
  • raising community awareness of local conservation issues and ways that they can help


​Djiru Traditional Owners

Girringun Aboriginal Rangers conduct much of the on ground operations to achieve meaningful management outcomes for Girringun, with emphasis upon Culture and Caring for our Land and Sea Country.
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​Market Stalls


​Pre-loved clothing
The focus will be pre-loved clothing, winter bedding etc. plus some new shirts and re-usable plastic baskets etc. .We will not be using plastic packaging.
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​JB's 2nd hand books
​and  wood art
Chemical Free Mosquito Repellent, Organic Essential Oils, Chemical Free Skincare

​Homemade cakes, ​slices  and biscuits
Wearable art inspired by nature and created using natural fibres, plant dyes and a bit of earth magic. Earth Goddess photography. Plant lover.

​Hand made soap

Tarot card readings,
jewellery and accessories

Homemade pickles, jams etc.


​Embroidered  hand towels
and  bags

​Handmade seed  jewellery
and flowers

​Handmade longtogs

​I create handcrafted soap using sustainable sourced palm oil which is approved by WWF and Oxfam and is part of the ROSP. Many of my herbal products are organic such as lemon myrtle, lemongrass turmeric, coffee and cocoa. In addition many of my essential oils are also organic . I use recycled paper bags.
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Engraving and Leathergoods
​Lee-ann & Michael Ward - 
​will be in the theme with 
Black Red & Blue
Body Relate Zenthai Shiatsu offers a therpeutic bodywork that uses movement and breath to unwind the body and calm the mind. sessions are 1 on 1 and available to every body. WEB/BIO http://zenthaishiatsu.com/joe/


​Food stalls

Feel Good Bananas source hyper local farm ripened organic bananas from the most beautiful banana farm in the world, where the rainforest meets the reef in Mission Beach, Australia.

At our solar powered production facility (Coming Soon) we flash freeze them to create a delicious ice cream like texture and seal in organoleptic goodness. Then we dip them in delicious, fair trade, organic, chocolate. 

We DO NOT USE ANY PLASTICS! 

Instead we use the very latest in eco-friendly packaging technology, state of the art Futamura Natureflex which is 100% biodegradable. 

The opportunity to source hyper-local organically farmed produce combined with a commitment to renewable energy, and biodegradable packaging means that our company’s environmental footprint will be among the lowest in the world. 

Now that is something we can all Feel Good about!
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​Local produce used as much as possible. ie. only homemade cocomylk used for smoothies and bowls, local fruit and veggies being used. Other vegan dishes all home made and all packaging bio degradable. please check our facebook page. 

Wombat Cafe' from Tasmania creates delicious satisfying Vegetarian/Vegan Organic food to support healthy growth of the community we care. Our plates, cups, bags and forks are biodegradable and compostable leaving minimal foot prints to our Mother Earth.


​Jane's Catering

​Satay, kebabs, pulled pork  


​Filipino and Asian Food

Tropical Bliss

 My product is very popular among tourists, locals, children and adults.
My ice blocks are made by hand from different natural fruits, berries, juices and even nuts and vegetables. I do not add any artificial additives. Each ice block has its own unique recipe and name. I love what I do and I always try to improve the quality and extend the range of my product.
Contact 
cassowaryfestival@gmail.com
​0414 402 315