Stay Connected, Stay Involved
Become a Forest 4 Forestdale member
Forestdale residents, your support is vital! Whether you’re a long-time local or new to Forestdale from school kids to retirees, there’s room for every age, skill, and story.
A suburb is more than houses and fences , it’s a community connected in ‘common-unity’ to the place we call home. Join us to grow together, share stories, plant trees, spot birds, and shape a future where native wildlife still calls this place home.
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Everyday, there are fewer mature trees on Earth
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Urban areas keep expanding
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Be part of the solution to biodiversity decline
Join the Voice for Forestdale
Your membership strengthens our community’s voice to foster a safe, thriving environment where people and nature coexist in practical, respectful, and meaningful ways.
Thank You for Supporting the Petition. Forestdale residents stood together to urge Logan City Council to uphold protections to preserve the identifiable character of our established estate. Though the petition is closed, our ongoing goal is to promote careful development and maintain the natural beauty that defines our community, ensuring Forestdale remains a vibrant, leafy suburb for years to come.
Want to be part of something good? You’re already halfway there.
It’s free to join—subscribe, share with friends and neighbours, and stay connected like the intricate system beneath us.
A platform to have your voice heard and shape our community
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Be the first to hear about free community events and workshops
Access practical tips and resources for creating a wildlife-friendly backyard
Join planting days, citizen science projects, and local walks
Connect with locals—an unexpected and wonderful outcome of being a member of Forest 4 Forestdale!
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Director statement : Gordon
We love Forestdale. We have been truly blessed to raise our children here, with space for them to run, ride, explore, and play. It is a joy to live amongst such amazing people in a precious and special environment. There is a tangible sense of release when we return home, embraced by nature and the gentle, country feel of the treed acreage that makes this place so deeply valued.
Forest4Forestdale exists because we want to protect and preserve this beauty, ensuring that the sense of community, space, and connection to nature that we treasure today will remain for generations to come.
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Director Statement: Linda
Having lived as a Forestdale resident for over 40 years and having seen the changes to the environment, both naturally and, more significantly, man-made and the impact on the wildlife and their habitat, we need to stop and take stock of what is happening before it is too late.
The Forest 4 Forestdale community is committed to addressing the decline of threatened species in urban areas, ensuring Forestdale remains a haven for fauna, flora, residents, and even visitors, while inspiring individuals to be part of the solution.
More Than a Membership – It’s a Community
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Learn & Grow
Become a Backyard Biodiversity Champion! Get expert advice in person, free wildlife cameras, and learn how to record plants, animals, and even threatened species in our area. We need your help to build a baseline of Forestdale’s backyard life—it’s a team effort.
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Celebrating Community
Celebration is the joy of life—a moment to pause and reflect with gratitude for how fortunate we are to call Forestdale home. Many have lived here for 30 or 40+ years, indicative of how good it is to live here. Forest 4 Forestdale wants to celebrate—and party a little more!
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Support by Donation
No time? But still want to make an impact? Help fund Forestdale’s future. As a local not-for-profit, every dollar supports real projects—native plantings, wildlife cameras, community workshops, and citizen science events. Your support makes it possible, even if your schedule doesn’t.
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More Than a Membership – It’s a Community
More Than a Membership – It’s a Community
Become a member – it’s free!
To become a member, simply fill out the form below. You’ll then automatically be subscribed to become a Forest 4 Forestdale member and receive our e-Newsletter
Frequently asked questions
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Not at all. We love Forestdale just the way it is. Our focus is on protecting what makes it special. We’re not against renewal—we simply want to prevent unnecessary environmental damage and keep the estate livable for years to come. It’s all about balance, and it can be done. Many of us have lived here safely and happily for decades.
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Not at all. While our events and projects are local, anyone interested in urban biodiversity, community action, and sustainable living is welcome. You'll still receive our newsletters, resources, and updates—no matter where you call home.
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Membership is completely free. Your voice and support are what matter most.
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It’s when everyday people contribute to scientific research—like recording wildlife sightings or helping monitor local plant and native animal species.
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An urban forest includes all the trees, shrubs, and green spaces in a city or suburb—like backyards, street trees, parks, and bushland. Together, they form a living system that supports biodiversity and most importantly, community physical and mental wellbeing.
Become a Member Stay Connected, Be Informed, and Help Shape Forestdale
Whether you’re a Forestdale resident or simply interested in wildlife conservation, local development, community building, or joining backyard events with the kids … becoming a member is an easy way to stay connected and informed.
It’s a heartfelt invitation to be part of the community we all care about.
Your membership unites us to celebrate what makes Forestdale special and ensures our community continues to thrive.