In Bundaberg, we met with representatives from the health, education, government and business sectors to better understand the region’s needs and future partnership opportunities.

We also enjoyed the local hospitality in Bundaberg, including meeting with local Young Achievers Program students, a visit to the UQ Bundaberg Regional Clinical and a community event at the Mon Repos Turtle Centre, led by UQ alum and expert turtle researcher, Adjunct Associate Professor Col Limpus AO PSM.

Adjunct Associate Professor Limpus shared his fascinating turtle insights with attendees – including a beach walk, where the first eggs of the season had been laid during the presentations. Read the story here...