The latest news and events at LIPS
TALK / The Impact of Historic Reef Research and Modelling at Low Isles
The world’s first scientific expedition to a coral reef went to Low Isles, where the work engaged with themes that resonate with today's coastal enthusiasts: underwater adventure, gender equality, climate change and a scientific legacy that lives on.
Join Dr Sarah Hamylton as she shares how her team are building on historic research to understand biological and geological changes at Low Isles and its surrounding reef.
$9.8 MILLION INNOVATION PROGRAM TO PROTECT CORALS FROM PREDATORY STARFISH
Robotics, genetics, environmental DNA, pheromones and natural predators are among the clever solutions scientists are aiming to fast-track in a $9.8 million innovation program to outsmart the coral-eating crown-of-thorns starfish (COTS) on the Great Barrier Reef.
Heritage architect visit shines a light on the Low Isles lens
LIPS and Douglas Shire Historical Society members recently had the opportunity to meet with heritage architect, Peter Marquis-Kyle.
LIPS COMMITTEE 2023
WELCOME to our new Committee who were elected at last night's AGM….
Great Barrier Reef Clean Up – Wonga Beach
Are you a citizen scientist who is concerned about the health of the Great Barrier Reef? Maybe a school or community group who would like to monitor the health of the Great Barrier Reef? Or are you a member of the local government, and would like to lead by example by becoming actively involved in contributing to the overall health of one of the most biologically diverse environments on this planet?
This October is our month-long series of events that focus on looking after our Reef. Tangaroa Blue Foundation, through the ReefClean Project is calling all ocean lovers to participate in the Great Barrier Reef Clean-Up.
Clear Message on How to Deal with Waste
There is a clear message on how to deal with the waste you produce and its harmful effects if discarded and left to damage the environment.
This much was evident earlier this month on Clean Up Australia Day when a small army of volunteers braved the oppressively hot conditions to do their bit and help clean the central and northern sections of beautiful Wonga Beach.
Ditch the Flick Donation
On behalf of LIPS, Vivo Packaging in Melbourne have donated a box of 78 tins for the 'Ditch the Flick' campaign being run by our friends at Tangaroa Blue Foundation.
Help Us at Wonga Beach for Clean Up Australia Day 2022
Low Isles Preservation Society Inc invites you to join us in cleaning up beautiful Wonga Beach for Clean Up Australia Day 2022.
NOTICE OF AGM 2021
The LIPS AGM will be Monday 29 November 2021 at 6pm at the Port Douglas Yacht Club.
Top 100 Sustainability Story Awarded to Low Isles
THE unique tropical Low Isles located on the Great Barrier Reef near Port Douglas has made a global list of the best destination sustainability stories.