Nicky Moffat CBCS, 3 Feb 2026

Описание: Talk title: Protecting native forests the Queensland way

Abstract: 
Queensland's forests are unique, biodiverse, expansive and grossly under-represented in our reserve system. Market research shows that nature is loved by all regardless of age, gender and political persuasion - and nobody wants to see iconic animals like the
forest dependent greater glider and koala go extinct. 

But humans are inherently selfish -like most species - and our survival and the bread-on-table problems of today will always weigh heavier on our minds than the fate of far-away places, quirky plants or weird and wonderful animals. That's why we need to change
the narrative of conservation, and tap into the urgent issues people are facing right now. We need to connect to the places they already know and love, and would fight for, and give them a reason to stand up for nature, now. 

A new approach we've been working on does just that. Come along to hear about Protect Beautiful Queensland and how its heroes are convincing the LNP Government that nature conservation is something that transcends political divides, and has the power to unite
communities. 

 
About Nicky: 
Campaigning to at least double Queensland’s protected area system by 2030, QCC Protected Areas Campaigner Nicky works with Queenslanders from all walks of life to achieve this. Passion to ensure we as a community leave a positive legacy for future generations
underpins her approach.

A former journalist on the Sunshine Coast, Nicky also brings experience from private forestry and agroforestry, tertiary teaching in sustainability and natural resource management, and forest conservation campaigning.