WEDFest 2026 Program
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World Environment Day - WEDFest 2026 Launch
Come along and enjoy:
RSVPs essential: See Program and RSVP here to attend.
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MRL's Big Day Out 2026 : Celebrating Planting Natives for Biodiversity and The Bug Day Out -
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Maple St Co-op Workshop, Backyard Biodiversity - Belonging to the Web of Life. 10am - 11.30am @ Community Garden, 37 Maple St. Maleny
The first part of the workshop takes a philosophical look at our relationship with the natural world and why shifting that perspective can be genuinely transformative. The second part gets practical, offering you concrete, accessible steps you can take to make your own backyard more alive, more diverse, and more welcoming to the creatures that share it with us. What does it really mean to belong to the environment rather than manage it? Why does making our gardens hospitable to wildlife matter? And how deeply is that connected with our health? Bookings here. |
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Currimundi Catchment Care Group - Bancroft's Red Gum Environmental Reserve Walk
Discover before-and-after insights that highlight the power of community-led restoration, with CCCG volunteers and the Wildlife Preservation Society of Qld sharing knowledge on native species and conservation. This event demonstrates how restoring native vegetation at the urban edge supports biodiversity and climate, and builds a more resilient future. Please wear suitable footwear for slightly wet sections of the path, and bring to bring insect spray, for mosquitoes. Participants can receive a free native seedling and go in the draw to win a major prize, with a complimentary sausage sizzle and refreshments provided.
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Noosa Parks Association - Friday Forum
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Ocean and Whale Honouring Ceremony - Surf Rider Foundation, Oceans for All.
Welcome to Country |
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Reef Check Australia - Rockpool Ramble
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Petrie Creek Catchment Care Group & Florabunda Bushcare - Community Tree Planting, Saturday 13th June, 9am.Community tree planting and education on why creek planting increases resilience and prevents erosion and improves habitat. Jackson Road Conservation Park, West Woombye. |
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Maple St Co-op - Backyard Biodiversity - Building Wildlife Habitats Family Workshop, 10am - 11.30am @ Community Garden, 37 Maple St. Maleny
Then we roll up our sleeves and learn how to build one ourselves! Together we will create our own native bee hotel and see how to build a box for a sugar glider or a phascogale. A wonderful opportunity for children and adults alike to connect with nature and leave with something real to show for it. Bookings here. |
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KOAL - The Events Centre - Caloundra
KOAL is a powerful performance blending clowning, physical theatre and documentary storytelling to explore what it means to protect Country, home and community in a time of climate crisis. Created and performed by Jacinta Yelland, it weaves stories after the 2019 Australian bushfires of a koala, a coal miner and an Indigenous girl’s forced removal. Fresh from acclaimed seasons nationally and internationally, KOAL invites audiences to reflect on resilience, truth‑telling and our shared responsibility to care for Country and future generations. This is a story of home. Of what we protect. And why it matters. More info and bookings: https://theeventscentre.com.au/event/koal/ |
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The Adaptation Game (TAG), Sunshine Coast Council
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Noosa EV and Electrify Everything Expo
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Sunshine Coast Council - The Adaptation Game (TAG)
Caloundra Library, Monday 22nd June, 1pm - 2.30am - register here
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Noosa Parks Association - Friday ForumCome along this great Friday Forum - Why Mary Matters with special guest speaker Ian Mackay, Mary River Catchment Coordinating Committee, at the Environment Centre, 5 Wallace Drive, Noosaville. 10.30am - 12 with morning tea available from 10am. $5 entry. More info & bookings: https://noosaparks.org.au/friday-environment-forum/
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Climate Watch Trail - Maroochy Wetlands
Maroochy Wetlands climate trail is a 2km return trail that follows the boardwalk. This track traverses wetland and forest ecosystems, expect to see a variety of species and landscapes to document. Come along for a lovely walk and to help track the impacts of climate on our flora and fauna. |
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Climate Watch Trail- North Currimundi Lake
North Currimundi Lake climate trail is an easy level walk, the trail is a 2km return through the Conservation Park. You will discover the coastal wallum ecosystem with its diversity of coastal flora, heathland and forest fauna. Come along for a lovely walk and to help track the impacts of climate on our flora and fauna.
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Launch WEDFest 2026 on World Environment Day with a grassroots evening of connection and celebration of the collective impact and amazing environmental work across the region. Recognising the collective effort that makes real environmental change possible. 
Join us for an interactive 90 min workshop and discussion on backyard biodiversity. We'll explore what it means to truly relate to the land we live on, why biodiversity matters, and how the health of our soil, our gardens, and our local ecology is more connected to our own wellbeing than most of us realise. 
Explore Bancroft’s Red Gum Environmental Reserve on a self-guided walk showcasing the transformation of degraded grazing land into a thriving Wallum ecosystem. Over eight years, 18,000 native seedlings were planted by community volunteers, with the site now naturally regenerating into surrounding protected areas.
Come along this great Friday Forum with special guest speaker Kieran Aland on - The Status of The Eastern Ground Parrot and the Water Mouse 
Friday, 12th June, 4pm - Noosa Main Beach (keep track on our Socials for exact spot). Join us to welcome the Humpback Whales to Noosa, celebrating their awe-inspiring migration as a powerful reminder of nature's rhythm and resilience.
Join Reef Check Australia for a Rockpool Ramble at Pt Cartwright. Together we'll explore our local rockpools and discover the incredible marine life hidden amongst the rocks. It's a chance to slow down, connect with nature, and learn more about the unique ecosystems right on our doorstep.
Join us for a hands-on family workshop in the Maple St Community Garden. We will be exploring the hidden world of backyard wildlife, beginning by looking at the many ways a garden can offer shelter — from rock piles and log stacks to leaf litter and water dishes — and why creating habitat matters for the broader ecology of our local environment.
Wednesday 17th June, 7pm. 
How prepared are you for our changing climate on the Sunshine Coast? Join Council for a free, interactive workshop featuring The Adaptation Game. While playing you will explore real‑world weather and climate challenges. Work with other locals to explore scenarios like heatwaves, storms, fires and flooding, and discover simple actions you can take at home and in your neighbourhood. Build confidence, hear local perspectives, and learn how communities can prepare and respond together. 
South East Queensland’s largest e-transport and home and business electrification event. A family-friendly event with 60+ exhibitors showcasing EVs, e-bikes and home and business energy solutions, including expert advice and entertainment for all ages. 
How prepared are you for our changing climate on the Sunshine Coast? Join Council for a free, interactive workshop featuring The Adaptation Game. While playing you will explore real‑world weather and climate challenges. Work with other locals to explore scenarios like heatwaves, storms, fires and flooding, and discover simple actions you can take at home and in your neighbourhood. Build confidence, hear local perspectives, and learn how communities can prepare and respond together. Bookings essential. 
Join us for a guided ClimateWatch trail and be part of real climate science in action. As climate change shifts the seasons, it impacts how plants and animals behave. You can help scientists track these changes by collecting vital data, contributing to Australia’s response while connecting with nature on an enjoyable walk.
Join us for a guided ClimateWatch trail and be part of real climate science in action. As climate change shifts the seasons, it impacts how plants and animals behave. You can help scientists track these changes by collecting vital data, contributing to Australia’s response while connecting with nature on an enjoyable walk.UN World Environment Day Theme 2026
The United Nation's theme for 2026 World Environment Day is climate action and seeking solutions for a safer, resilient and sustainable future.