Koala Habitat Project

The Sunshine Coast Hinterland provides valuable habitat for koalas but the habitat requires protection and expansion. It is recognised through on-ground surveys that there is still a healthy and relatively abundant population of local koalas to save. Nature has no voice and way to protect itself. The future of local koalas is in our hands. We need to grow and expand good quality habitat in strategic locations.​

Koalas were listed as “Endangered” under the Environment Protection and Conservation Protection Act in February 2022.

Hinterland Bush Links’ Hinterland Koala Habitat Project has protected, restored and increased koala habitat in strategic corridors across the Sunshine Coast Hinterland.

We delivered this project through our Roving Restorers program, weekend community tree planting events and contractor labour provided by Barung Landcare and Bunya Bunya Country Aboriginal Corporation.

This project was funded by the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, with additional financial support from Koala Action Inc and Queensland Koala Crusaders Inc.

We need your help to fund our future work to further restore habitat for koalas and educate landholders and community members about how to care for koalas and the areas they live in.

Project Highlights

5140

Trees planted

5.5 hectares

Area revegetated

17.6 hectares

Invasive weeds removed

20 properties

Lantana treated on 20 properties to improve habitat quality to facilitate koala movement across the landscape for food and mates.

1799 hours

of volunteer labour contributed to koala habitat restoration.

Two Events

One Collab

Koala Habitat Community Tree Planting

For event details check out our socials or register below.

By joining us, you will contribute to the restoration of koala habitat, which are crucial for their survival. 

No prior experience is necessary, as our friendly team will provide all the guidance and materials needed. 

A fantastic event and experience for the family. 

Free Event