World Oceans Day and the Janice Mason Memorial Ocean Swim SUNDAY JUNE 8, 2025
We’re thrilled to invite our community to a special World Oceans Day celebration at Mona Vale Beach on Sunday 8 June 2025, hosted by Friends of Bongin Bongin Bay (FoBBB).
From 8:30am onwards, join us for a morning of ocean-inspired connection, culture, and conservation as we celebrate the incredible beauty and biodiversity of our local coastline.
What’s On
8:30am: Traditional Aboriginal Smoking Ceremony
The day will begin with a smoking ceremony accompanied by didgeridoo, acknowledging Country and honouring our connection to land and sea.
Janice Mason Memorial Ocean Swim
8:30am: Registration and 10am Start Time
In collaboration with OceanSwims.com and Mona Vale SLSC, the swim will be officially started by Jacqui Scruby MP (State Member for Pittwater).
All swimmers will receive a FREE reusable Bongin Bongin Bay ceramic mug filled with hot soup, and prizes and trophies will be awarded to the winners.
Register now at OceanSwims.com
Live Ukulele Band
8:45am: Our favourite seaside strummers are back to set the soundtrack for the day.
Family-friendly activities
8:30am - 11:30am: The Department of Primary Industries’ Children’s Activity Trailer will be on site, helping young ocean lovers learn more about our local marine environment. Plus we have a colouring station with World Oceans Day images for your little ones to enjoy.
FoBBB community information marquee, shop and ocean film screenings
Learn about our mission to establish a marine sanctuary in Bongin Bongin Bay by 2027 and how you can help. Shop our inspiring range of ocean merchandise and support the cause!
From Our President (Greg Pride)
This event is about more than the ocean—it’s about bringing our community together to celebrate what connects us all,” says Greg Pride, President of FoBBB. We’re proud to host a day that blends culture, fun, and meaningful action to protect the bay we love.
Why It Matters
World Oceans Day is a global reminder that our oceans are vital to life on Earth—and that local action matters. Every conversation, every swimmer, every child who learns something new—it all adds up.
So come down, bring the family, and be part of something special. Together, we can protect what we love.
Event Details
When: Sunday 8 June 2025, from 8:30am - 11:30am
Where: Mona Vale Beach, NSW
Who: Everyone welcome!
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