The Marine Bioblitz Exhibit brings science and art together to celebrate the Sunshine Coasts' marine biodiversity.
In August 2024, citizen scientists worked alongside experts to collect biodiversity data on local marine species within the declared Sunshine Coast UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Over three huge days, an incredible 840 people participated in the Marine Bioblitz through workshops, dives and snorkels, along the coastline and up to 5km offshore. Artist in residence Deb Mostert brought her renowned creative talent to document the ocean-loving action, whilst photographers and acoustic ecologists captured the on-shore, underwater and science-in-the-field activities.
Deb Mostert artwork of green sea turtle in watercolour
Deb Mostert, sea turtle in watercolour (2024)
This April, the Marine BioBlitz Exhibit presents the shared achievements: including creatively presented data, photography, painting, audio, sculpture, and multimedia works.
In the spirit of shared curiosity and care for our coastlines and oceans that drove the Marine Bioblitz, you are invited to come and explore the creative and scientific outcomes.
Open daily* Saturday 5 April - Saturday 19 April, 9.30am - 3.30pm.
Opening event Sunday 6 April, register for free here.
Children's activities:
- Saturday 12 April: Connecting with the Ocean (7 - 14yrs). Register here.
- Thursday 17 April: Marine Explorers. SOLD OUT
The Marine Bioblitz Exhibit and all connected events are in the Maroochy Arts and Ecology Centre.
*Closed Friday 18 April (public holiday)
The 2024 Marine Bioblitz was proudly supported by Sunshine Coast Council’s Environment Levy and the Queensland Government—Engaging Science Grants. the Marine BioBlitz Exhibit is presented in partnership with the University of the Sunshine Coast.