Bimblebox Babies
Maureen's most recent book, 'Bimblebox — A Nature Refuge Under Siege', outlines the history and importance of this refuge. It is full of colour photos and includes maps, artwork, community activism and comprehensive lists of species seen at Bimblebox to date. All proceeds go to Bimblebox Nature Refuge. Full colour, 120 pages. Price: $26.00
Biodiversity of Sandfly Creek — Sandfly Creek is a coastal area near Mackay, almost adjacent to the city centre, which is a high tide roosting site for migrating shore birds. The book tells of the history of Sandfly Creek and how it came to be declared an Environmental Reserve. It includes details of the migratory shore birds, their feeding habits and where they breed in the northern hemisphere. Full colour, 40 Pages. Price: $12.00. Available from Mackay Conservation Group Ph: (07) 4953 0808
A Guide to the Freshwater Wetland Birds of Mackay and Whitsunday District describes feeding and nesting habits of the common wetland birds found in that area. Written as a guide for participants in wetland workshops conducted in Mackay and outlying areas, the book shows how important wetlands are for feeding and nesting. 54 pages, full colour. Price $12.50. Available from Mackay Conservation Group Ph: (07) 4953 0808
Books
Maureen Cooper has written three books based on her exquisite knowledge as an environmental campaigner and bird surveyer. Her most recent book, 'Bimblebox — A Nature Refuge Under Siege', tells the untold story of this wildlife haven and starkly outlines what Australia has to lose if this unique area is alowed to be mined for coal. Proceeds go to Bimblebox Nature Refuge.