Leading the way wisely

Professor Tim Smith

Ian Christesen puts some questions to Professor Tim Smith PhD who is the Director of the Sustainability Research Centre at University of the Sunshine Coast (USC). Prior to his appointment with USC, Dr Smith was a senior research scientist with the Resource Futures Program of CSIRO Sustainable Ecosystems.  He works on a number of projects around … [Read more...]

Reconnecting with nature

Elly and Jessie play under the shade of a tree. Image: greghardwick.com.au

Paul and Sally Johnson have both had a long experience with nature through their personal and professional lives. Along with their two daughters, Elly and Jessie, they have been quietly and modestly working towards a sustainable existence. In this edition we take an Up Close look at their lifestyle and why they decided to home-school their … [Read more...]

Up close with Ian Lowe

Professor Ian Lowe. Image greghardwick.com.au

Ian Christesen, on behalf of Eco News talks to Professor Ian Lowe about the problems associated with the Sunshine Coast’s ever increasing popularity.  A popularity which arises from having ideal temperatures and a stunning natural environment. With developers focusing their attention on large areas of land, poor planning is perhaps one of the … [Read more...]

Up close with Andrew McNamara MP

In the job just six months, Andrew McNamara, Minister for Sustainability, Climate Change and Innovation, is enthusiastic about wrestling what he calls the "crouching tiger of climate change". "I live in great luxury, in a magnificent Queenslander high on Point Vernon," says the Minister for Sustainability, Climate Change and Innovation. … [Read more...]