News
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Cassowaries in the spotlight: Are they really Australia’s most feared animal?
It’s been a big week for cassowaries in the media, with international headlines and lively local debates putting our cassowaries back in the spotlight! It all started when CNN ran…
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Call for Donations!
C4 is seeking community support to assist with two important requests: 1. Donations of native cassowary fruits Our cassowaries in care rely heavily on native fruits as part of their…
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The Cassowary Credit Scheme
Terrain NRM’s innovative Cassowary Credit Scheme is an exciting new initiative dedicated to promoting rainforest restoration and preserving biodiversity in Queensland’s Wet Tropics. What are Cassowary Credits? Cassowary Credits are…
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Cassowary Recovery Team Addresses Rising Road Fatalities
Last week, the Cassowary Recovery Team met and discussed cassowary fatalities reported since their last meeting in September, 2024. A total of five cassowary road fatalities were recorded, with all…
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Tiggy’s story
Tiggy’s story is a special one. Tiggy was a young cassowary whose remarkable journey showcases the power of community and conservation in Mission Beach. A surprising discovery In May 2024,…
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Bunji’s story
We at C4 are overjoyed to share the story of Bunji, a young cassowary who has captured hearts across Queensland thanks to some media spotlight over the Christmas period. From…
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Cassowary Recovery Plan Nears Approval
We are excited to share that the updated Cassowary Recovery Plan, initially drafted in 2022, is now a step closer to approval by the Queensland State Government! This plan represents…
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C4 Management Meeting Minutes: Feb 17, 2025
C4 Management Meeting Minutes Date: February 17, 2025Time: 1.30pmLocation: C4 Offices; 55A Porter Promenade Mission Beach QLD 4852 Agenda & Minutes Prepared by: Kate BlankDate: Feb 20, 2025
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Annual C4 2024 Wrap-Up
To all the Members and Friends of C4, As the year rushes to a close, we can reflect on another year of gains and losses inconservation in the Mission Beach…
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Dredging Port Hinchinbrook: Environmental and Economic Implications
Environmental Concerns: A fragile ecosystem at stake The Hinchinbrook region is a biodiversity hotspot, home to iconic species such as the dugong, green sea turtle, and the critically endangered southern…
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Willy has returned to the wild!
Updated on Project Garners Beach Cassowary Rehabilitation Facility C4 recently celebrated a heartwarming success story with the release of Willy — one of our orphaned cassowary chicks — back into…
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Discovery of the Liverpool Creek Rhinolophus
Updated on Initiative Protecting Habitats Last night’s Science in the Pub event (20/11/2024) was fantastic, bringing locals and scientists together to celebrate a new discovery: a new species of micro-bat,…
