North Stradbroke Island

For one of my other journalism subjects we were asked to write three articles which would be suitable for our local media. Growing up on North Stradbroke Island, all of my stories are based on events that are happening over there, namely the shutting down of the mining industry.

The issue is very controversial within our community. This is because while many people wish to preserve the beauty of our home, the mines employ a large amount of the island's population. I am still a bit torn on the issue, but am learning a lot through my research.

If the mines do shut down, the Island will depend heavily on tourism, which is more difficult than one might think.. but I'm confident. It's an amazing place, and close to home for most South East Queenslanders. Here's a film clip that was made a few months back by folk singer Xavier Rudd on North Straddie, I don't think anyone can argue that we are very lucky to have somewhere like this on our doorstep.