The Minister’s call-in period for objections to the proposed Boral Quarry at Reedy Creek closes this Tuesday 3rd March at 5pm. Gecko Environment Council has lodged a detailed submission urging the Minister to call in the project and refuse it. Read Gecko’s submission here. Click here for a submission template Read more
On Saturday, 7 February 2026, more than 2,000 Gold Coast residents gathered at Coplicks Sports Fields, Tallebudgera, to oppose Boral’s latest application for the Reedy Creek Quarry (KRA 96). Gecko Environment Council was represented by our campaigners, including Rose Adams, Lois Levy and Kaylee Campradt, reaffirming Gecko’s role in the Read more
Submissions to object to the proposed quarry at Reedy Creek close on Monday, 9th February. Attached is a proforma you can use and email to Council if you are finding submissions via PD Online confusing. The proposed quarry is highly likely to negatively impact local residents and native animals with Read more
After 12 months of silence the community and Councillors will finally learn about the work Gold Coast City Council officers have been doing on the proposal for a cableway to Springbrook. Lois Levy of Respect Springbrook Mountain Coalition said “Councillors will be asked on Tuesday to decide whether to spend Read more
🌿 Desk Space Available at Gecko House – A Unique Shared Workspace in Currumbin Looking for an inspiring place to work that connects you with nature and community? Gecko House—a beautifully restored heritage-style building on the banks of Currumbin Creek—now has a desk space available for monthly rental in its Read more
Recently, Gecko joined colleagues from across QLD in roundtables with the Minister for Environment and QLD environment groups. Gecko’s Campaign Coordinator, Sara Hicks, met with Minister Leanne Linard MP to discuss local issues on water, cultural engagement, koala conservation and state infrastructure projects and adapting to heat and hazards in our region. Read more
At the August Gecko Talk, Robbie Porter from OzFish delivered a passionate talk on the forgotten shellfish reefs of Queensland to over 50 community members, including divers, fishers, water lovers, and curious listeners. He walked us through some of the many projects OzFish is involved in, including riparian restoration, safe Read more
Last week a group of locals had the opportunity to get an update on the progress of the Currumbin Eco Park. The Queensland Department of Economic Development had invited members of Gecko Environment Council and Friends of Currumbin to an information session and brief walk up into the Blackbutt forest. Read more
Please sign and share this e-petition for a wildlife overpass across the Gold Coast Highway at Burleigh. Koalas, wildlife, and drivers trying to avoid them are in danger daily. Yet experts in road ecology and engineering tell us it’s super achievable to build a land bridge for wildlife and reconnect Read more
The old teacher’s office in Gecko House has been converted into a shared workspace for the community. Now we have two desk spaces available to rent! Gecko House is a hundred-year-young building along the picturesque Currumbin Creek in Currumbin. The building is the old Currumbin Primary School and now has Read more