World ocean day 2024
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World ocean day 2024

On Saturday the 8th of June 2024, we had an event celebrating of World Ocean Day and our submission for Bongin Bongin Bay to become an Aquatic Reserve.Our keynote speakers were Valerie Taylor AM, Professor David Booth, Dr. Sophie Scamps MP and Miranda Korzy.

Protecting marine sanctuaries

With Special Guests Valerie Taylor AM and Professor David Booth, Dr. Sophie Scamps MP and Miranda Korzy

Speakers and Performers

  • Neil Evers - Smoking Ceremony
  • Matt James - Didgeridoo
  • Pia Dorer - Friends of Bongin Bongin Bay - Welcome
  • Emily Rowland - Ocean Youth Ambassador - Ocean Youth - Sand Sculpting Competition
  • David Booth - Professor - School of Life Sciences - University of Technology Sydney
  • Valerie Taylor AM - Trailblazing Ocean Conservationist
  • Dr. Sophie Scamps MP - Member for Mackellar - Federal Parliament
  • Miranda Korzy - Councillor - Pittwater Ward, Northern Beaches Council