- Platform Purpose:
  - A dedicated social media platform designed
exclusively for sharing sustainability ideas and innovations.
  - Focused on protecting and restoring the
beauty of the Gold Coast by addressing waste and environmental issues.

- City's Environmental Challenges:
  - Highlight the stark contrast between the
natural beauty of the Gold Coast and the growing problem of rubbish and waste.
  - Discuss how improper waste disposal and
unsustainable practices have negatively impacted the environment and
aesthetics.

- Ecowave's Features:
  - User-Friendly Interface: A simple and
intuitive platform for individuals, businesses, and organizations to share
their sustainability initiatives.
  - Innovative Ideas Showcase: A space for
showcasing innovative solutions that contribute to waste reduction and
environmental preservation.

- Ecopoints System:
  - Rewarding Positive Actions: Implement an
ecopoints system that tracks and rewards users for participating in
environmental causes and adopting sustainable practices.
  - Points for Participation: Users earn
ecopoints by sharing ideas, participating in clean-up events, reducing waste,
and engaging with eco-friendly content.
  - Local Business Support: Convert ecopoints
into vouchers and rewards that can be used at local businesses, encouraging
community involvement and supporting the local economy.

Collaborative Approach:
  - Building a Community: Foster a sense of
togetherness by connecting like-minded individuals, businesses, and
organizations passionate about sustainability.
  - Collaboration Spaces: Provide dedicated
areas for users to collaborate on projects, initiatives, and campaigns to
amplify their impact.

- Educational Resources:
  - Sustainability Knowledge Hub: Offer a
comprehensive resource section with articles, videos, and guides to educate
users about waste reduction, eco-friendly practices, and environmental
conservation.

- Local Initiatives Promotion:
  - Highlight Local Champions: Showcase
individuals and businesses making a positive impact on the Gold Coast's
environment through their sustainability efforts.
  - Event Listings: Feature upcoming clean-up
events, workshops, and seminars related to sustainability in the area.

 - Impact Tracking:
  - Visualize Progress: Provide tools to track
the collective impact of the community's efforts in waste reduction, carbon
footprint reduction, and overall environmental improvements. 
  - Celebrate Milestones: Acknowledge and
celebrate significant achievements reached by the community, inspiring
continued engagement.

 - Partnerships and Sponsorships:
 - Collaborate with local businesses,
environmental organizations, and government bodies to secure support, funding,
and resources for the platform's growth.
 
- Interactive Challenges: 
 - Engaging Campaigns: Launch interactive
challenges and campaigns that encourage users to take specific sustainable
actions, fostering a sense of competition and camaraderie.

- Real-Time Updates:
  - Stay Connected: Provide users with
real-time updates on local environmental news, policy changes, and community
success stories.

- Engagement within the community:
combining the power of social media with a strong focus on sustainability and
community engagement, the Ecowave Community Hub aims to be a catalyst for
positive change, revitalizing the Gold Coast's natural beauty and fostering a
strong sense of environmental responsibility among its residents.