John Sinclair had completed writing his book before his death in February 2019, the manuscript was edited and published in June 2024. The book was launched at the John Sinclair Memorial Lecture by Bob Brown on 15 June 2024. “John Sinclair stands tall … as one of the great environmental achievers of his time. This Continue reading
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MOONBI 140
The FIDO publishing team have finished compiling and editing MOONBI 140 which is available now. Download MOONBI 140 Table of Contents for MOONBI 140 President’s Report Team Leadership Thoughts on FIDO’s Future directions What is a Bioblitz? My Brother John The Pandanus Problem Project Work Paper of Weeds: Utilising the weeds of K’gari K’gari’s Dingoes Continue reading
MOONBI 139
The FIDO publishing team have finished compiling and editing MOONBI 139 which is available now. Download MOONBI 139 The importance of MOONBI Excerpt Fraser Island Bulldog (chapter 2), a memoir by John Sinclair At the time of the formation of FIDO when mining leases were being opposed in the Mining Warden’s court, (Christmas New Year Continue reading
Ten Basic Conservation Campaigning Rules
A few simple tips from John Sinclair Originally written in 1975 but the basic tips are just as valid in the 21stCentury 1) When in Doubt, Ask Questions: If you are not satisfied with something but you are not yet in a position to say something about it in an informed way, ask questions. This Continue reading
President’s Annual Report 2018
In the last 12 months since my last Annual Report, FIDO has continued to pursue projects to protect K’gari (Fraser Island) as well as continuing our strong educational, collaborative and advocacy roles. Much of the last year has been involved in actively planning ahead as FIDO develops its vision for 2020 both for K’gari and Continue reading
Join the Easter Cassia Blitz 29th April to 5th May 2018
FIDO, FINIA, The Fraser Coast Regional Council and the Fraser Island Association (FIA) are collaborating on a joint assault on Easter Cassia when it is in full flower and easier to locate. Additional volunteers are invited to join this program register Email john(at)fido.org.au (spam proof, please change to @) or sign on at the Happy Valley Continue reading
Call for Volunteers to work on K’Gari 2018
FIDO has been conducting week-long working bees to tackle the urban weeds of Fraser Island for more than a decade. These are both enjoyable and very satisfying projects mixing work, recreation and exploring Fraser Island. Details of FIDO’s past working bees based at Eurong can be found at www.fido.org.au. These projects are funded with grants Continue reading
President’s Annual Report 2017
Fraser Island Defenders Organization President’s Annual Report — July 2017 In the last 12 months since my last Annual Report, FIDO has continued to pursue projects to protect K’gari (Fraser Island) as well as continuing our strong educational, collaborative and advocacy roles. Download the full report: President’s Annual Report 2017
George Haddock Track Maintenance Working Bee Easter (23rd to 29th March) 2016
Over the 2016 Easter Weekend 16 volunteers helped honour FIDO’s obligation to maintain the George Haddock Track. The team cleared 17 kms of track of any fallen timber and major regrowth During 2014 FIDO and NPAQ volunteers cleared 22.7 kms of walking-tracks along former logging tracks and roads in nine different sections of the overall 52 kilometre George Haddock Track supported by Continue reading
Call for Volunteers to work on K’Gari Second Half 2016
FIDO has been conducting week-long working bees to tackle the urban weeds of Fraser Island for more than a decade. With support of other organisations aiming to improve the natural integrity, FIDO is determined to bring the urban weeds in the townships of Eurong and Happy Valley under control. Volunteering has progressively grown with each Continue reading