Current Progress

CURRENT PROGRESS

Geotechnical, soil and drainage testing for groundworks to commence construction of Stage One and components of Stage Two of the Garden 2024/2025
Inclusion of Eastern Kuku Yalanji knowledge in design principles for the Garden
Commence implementation of the botanical plans and layouts for the Garden including information on how records and data will be kept for phylogenetic conservation with the Australian Tropical Herbarium
Preparation and development of detailed design and engineering drawings /specifications for construction of Stage One of the Garden, including purchase planning and the bid process for appointment of construction companies and engineers
Seeking capital contributions for construction of Stage One of the Garden from the Commonwealth and Queensland governments, as well as the philanthropic and corporate sectors
Regulatory and town planning DA approvals for construction of Stage One of the Garden
Continuing to build on our strong strategic partnerships and MOU's including those with James Cook University and CQU University, Douglas Shire Council, Jabalbina Yalanji Aboriginal Corporation, the Wet Tropics Management Authority, various departments and agencies of the Queensland Government,TAFE Queensland, Terrain NRM, Rainforest rescue, Climate Force and KPMG to ensure long-term success of the Garden, as well as with potential, key national and international philanthropic and corporate organisations
Completed transition of the Board of Directors over to a skills-based board
Several major Grants in progress including the RPPP Regional Partnerships and Precincts Program

MBG SEED COLLECTING Video

CURRENT PROGRESS

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