Experiencing the wonder of marine turtles is featured through a variety of events in this year’s Milbi Festival program.
Discover their unique life cycle, what happens in the nesting season and how their journey across the ocean brings them back to the shores of our region.
Turtle Odyssey
Discover the unique life cycle of an Australian green sea turtle named Bunji and her incredible journey across the open ocean.
Narrated by Russell Crowe, this documentary film is sure to evoke a sense of awe for these magnificent creatures of the sea.
Turtle Hour
Join residents and businesses in flicking the switch during Turtle Hour in support of the turtles that visit our shores.
It’s simple to get involved in this annual event which is hosted by Bundaberg Regional Council’s Reducing Urban Glow Initiative.
Just turn off your lights between the hours of 7.30 and 8.30 pm on Thursday 31 October.
Find out more about the ecological significance of turtles nesting in our region and how you can track light glow by visiting knowyourflow.com.au.
Milbi @ Mon Repos
Closing the Milbi Festival is Milbi @ Mon Repos, celebrating the beginning of the Bundaberg Region’s turtle season.
Enjoy First Nations performances, entertainment and light refreshments as the importance of the Milbi to First Nations People is revealed.
Explore the vital role the Mon Repos Turtle Centre and the local community play in the conservation of this gentle species that are crucial to marine ecosystems.
Turtle Odyssey
Date: Tuesday 29 October
Time: 10 – 10.45 am
Where: Moncrieff Entertainment Centre
Cost: Free event but bookings are essential. Tickets available here.
Turtle Hour
Date: Thursday 31 October
Time: Turn off the lights from 7.30 – 8.30 pm
Cost: Free Event
Milbi @ Mon Repos
Date: Sunday 3 November
Time: 9 am – 4 pm
Where: Mon Repos Turtle Centre
Cost: Free event
Other news: Bundaberg East Flood Levee consultation open
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