Not all heroes wear capes—some are tiny beetles punching well above their weight in the battle against invasive species.

Callum and Allan putting Jewel Beetles of Cats Claw Creeper. Upper Tingalpa Creekcare.

In the Upper Tingalpa Creek Catchment, a tiny champion is making big waves. The hero jewel beetle is being employed by our team to combat the invasive Cat’s Claw Creeper, a plant that has been wreaking havoc in our local ecosystems. The Jewel Beetle: Bio-control Solution to Cat’s Claw Creeper These industrious…

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Celebrating Dr. Julie Allan: B4C’s 2024 Nursery Volunteer of the Year

Julie Nursery Volunteer of the Year

We are proud to honor Dr. Julie Allan as B4C’s 2024 Nursery Volunteer of the Year. Julie, a retired chemical engineer with over 30 years of experience, primarily in the South East Queensland water sector, has dedicated approximately 18 months to volunteering at our nursery. Her efforts span various projects,…

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