In 2025, Bay & Beyond Studio produced a terrific short doco called ‘Coochiemudlo Story’, included in this article. The video features three of the island’s keenest researchers and knowledge-holders: John Pearn, Jan Macintyre, and Christine Leonard.

This article by Christine Leonard was written after spending a morning reminiscing with Norma and friends back in May 2024. They revisited happy memories and earlier days on Coochie, with small talk and tall tales lubricated by cups of tea, coffee and biscuits.

The Emerald Fringe is bushland that skirts right around the island. It’s public/state-owned land, and heritage listed with Redlands City Council. This feature sets Coochiemudlo Island apart from other Queensland inhabited islands.