The Cairns and Far North Environment Centre is the peak regional non-government environmental organisation for Far North Queensland.
Above Photo: Buttress Tree on Mt Lewis Photo from Rainforest Country by Kaisa and Stanley Breeden, published by Fremantle Press
CAFNEC acknowledges the Gimuy Walubara Yidinji and Yirrganydji People, who are the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we are located. We extend that acknowledgement to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People of Far North Queensland, the area which CAFNEC helps to look after. We recognise the strength and knowledge that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people bring to our community and the signficant historical and continued care for land and Sea Country that they lead. We pay our respects to all elders past present and emerging.
Above Photo: Buttress Tree on Mt Lewis Photo from Rainforest Country by Kaisa and Stanley Breeden, published by Fremantle Press
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What Drives Us
Our Mission
To bring together the broad-based community and other organisations to take action to promote a vibrant Far North Queensland natural environment.
OUR REGION is simply
irreplaceable
CAFNEC represents a region that stretches from Cardwell to the Torres Strait Islands, through the Gulf of Carpentaria, Cape York and Cairns and surrounding areas. Known as Far North Queensland (FNQ).
Where the reef meets the rainforest, FNQ boasts two of Australia’s most iconic World Heritage Areas, the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest. Just two of vast and varied environments we love.
OUR CHALLENGES ARE great
but not insurmountable
Now, more than anytime in history, our natural environments are under threat from the impacts of modern society.
However, history also tells us that we are capable of great change. When communities come together we can achieve great things. CAFNEC is committed to empowering FNQ communities to come together and fight for the environments that we love and depend on.
OUR ORGANISATION IS
made of people like you
When it comes to the greatest threats to our environment, people are the problem and people are the solution. Here at CAFNEC we know that the FNQ community is ready and willing to come together and act as stewards of our environment.
Our organisation is made up of everyday people who dedicate time and passion to a connected community and vibrant natural environment
I’m from Indonesia and CAFNEC gave me the opportunity to experience first hand how an NGO operates in Australia. The internship has taught me a lot of valuable lessons, which I hope to apply for the rest of my studies, professional life and also in my community back home.
Being a part of MangroveWatch has really improved my knowledge and appreciation of these important ecosystems. I’m proud that I’ve had the opportunity to help in monitoring these vital mangrove areas. It is a great feeling to contribute to science through Mangrove Watch.
I joined CAFNEC because I wanted to contribute to the conversation around cities and the impact of climate change. As a volunteer, I feel valued by the organisation and I look forward to coming into the office. I think more people should be involved to better assist and inform their community.
The team that door knocked in Edge Hill for the 2019 Federal Election were all keen to see a difference made in getting climate Change and our beloved reef on the agenda for the election.
“CAFNEC has a long history in FNQ and has been proudly active for more than 30 years. The incredible work and difference that CAFNEC has made is attributed not only to our staff and Management Committee, but every single community member who has donated their time, efforts and money to ensure our region stays beautiful.”
– Lucy Graham, CAFNEC Director