Queensland wildlife lovers are set to experience a state first as Redcliffe welcomes a globally acclaimed photography collection designed to blend laugh-loud humour with serious environmental conservation.
A New Way to Look at Conservation
The City of Moreton Bay is bringing the international Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards exhibition to the local area, marking the very first time these specific images have been displayed anywhere in the state. Locals and visitors can head to the Redcliffe Museum to view 60 selected finalist images captured between 2015 and 2025.
The collection features amusing moments from the natural world, including cheeky lion cubs, smiling grizzly bears, and flying squirrels, alongside a selection of the competition’s top video entries.
While the photographs are guaranteed to make people laugh, the event organizers want the display to do more than just entertain. The core goal of the project is to use comedy to start real conversations about protecting global biodiversity. According to museum staff, showing animals in these funny, relatable poses helps people feel a stronger sense of empathy toward wildlife by highlighting the shared expressions and behaviours that exist between humans and animals.
Strengthening Local Environmental Efforts
The arrival of the international collection comes at a time when local leaders are highlighting the region’s own natural assets. Local council officials noted that the exhibition serves as a great reminder of local conservation goals, pointing out that three-quarters of the Moreton Bay area is currently preserved as rural and natural landscapes.
They believe hosting a major cultural event of this scale will bring significant numbers of visitors into the area, boosting local community pride and drawing attention to regional environmental care.
To give families and residents more ways to connect with the theme, the museum has organized a series of free community workshops. A hands-on Wildlife Unleashed session will take place on Saturday 30 May, followed by a Bugs Ed workshop on Saturday 27 June. Local organizers are hoping the funny photographs will inspire residents to look into the region’s existing volunteer conservation programs, such as the local Bushcare groups and Land for Wildlife networks, which allow community members to actively protect native plants and animals in their own backyards.
The entire exhibition is accessible to the public with no admission fees for any age groups. It will be on display at the Redcliffe Museum from 30 May through to 16 August, offering a budget-friendly and educational day out for local families throughout the winter months.
Published Date 20-May-2026
