Sea Shepherd Australia in Williamstown, Victoria, Australia | Community organisation

Sea Shepherd Australia

Locality: Williamstown, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 1300 623 267

Address: 2 Ann Street 3016 Williamstown, VIC, Australia

Website: https://www.seashepherd.org.au

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25.01.2022 The GREAT NEWS is that there's a new whale species in the Gulf of Mexico! The BAD NEWS? It's already on the brink of EXTINCTION. Learn more about Sea Shepherd's efforts to save our ocean at http://ow.ly/uy9750DkbUw ... Read more

25.01.2022 Sea Shepherd Foils Turtle Poachers in Mayotte Sea Shepherd France volunteers have once again scared away two poachers armed with knives who had come to kill sea turtles on the beach in Mayotte. Our teams have been patrolling every night from dusk to dawn on the beaches of this French island in the Indian Ocean since the beginning of October to stop poaching, the leading cause of death of sea turtles in Mayotte. #operationnyamba #fortheocean

25.01.2022 "A totally illegal industry that nonetheless brings in billions of dollars every year, IUU (illegal, unauthorised or unreported) fishing is the blight of the oceans. At a time when fish populations are in freefall Pacific bluefin tuna populations have dropped by 97 percent relative to their historical level and the international community is trying to preserve the wealth of the oceans, illegal practices at sea continue to thrive." Can we all unite to save the oceans? #SaveTheOceans #IUU

23.01.2022 The Sam Simon chased down another four trawlers threatening protected waters! Earlier this month, Gambian law enforcement aboard the Sam Simon arrested 4 trawlers defying local fishing laws. These actions protect where the nutrient-rich Gambia River meets the Canary Current, where it is beautifully rich in biodiversity.

23.01.2022 A 130-metre long shark net has been missing from Harbour Beach in Mackay since at least Tuesday. At this stage, nobody knows what has happened to the net, but there are only a few things big and strong enough to dislodge such a large apparatus, and we fear that a whale may be caught. Whale entanglements in Queenslands fishing gear are a direct consequence of leaving nets in the humpbacks migration path. In 2018, volunteers from our Apex Harmony Campaign - Sea Shepherd Glo...bal found a shark net completely torn in half, most likely by a whale, in the same spot. As whales complete their annual mass migration back to the waters of Antarctica, we urgently need these deadly nets removed. Take action now >> https://bit.ly/32UTsJx #NetsOutNow

23.01.2022 The science is in - researchers from the Universities of Queensland and Exeter have found traces of plastic in every sample of sea animals tested. Five different species of sea animals were purchased from a local fish market: farmed oysters, farmed tiger prawns, wild blue crabs, wild squid and wild sardines. The species with the highest plastic content was the sardines.... Plastic is throughout our oceans, littering our coastlines, youll find it in the soil, in our water and the air we breathe. We must put our planet first, otherwise the planet will soon be known as planet plastic. #everypiececounts #seashepherd #stemthetide Learn more about Sea Shepherds campaign to fight Marine Debris https://bit.ly/3m7DaG6

22.01.2022 Its Fun Fact Friday Did you know that rays are flattened fish closely related to sharks, they have no bones and use a super set of senses to search for food!? Here are more intere-sting facts about rays: ow.ly/YktB50Bs2rG Help Sea Shepherd protect marine life: ow.ly/oq8550Bs2s1

22.01.2022 South Australia has become the first state in the country to ban single-use plastics! The Single-use and Other Plastic Products (Waste Avoidance) Bill 2020 passed through the South Australian Parliament yesterday, and bans the manufacture, production, distribution, sale and supply of certain single-use and other plastic products starting with straws, cutlery and beverage stirrers. The legislation, which will come into effect in early 2021 (delayed due to COVID-19 restrict...ions), also establishes a framework to phase-out additional products in the future. Thank you to all our supporters who answered our call to write submissions to the SA Government on single-use plastics as part of our Sea Shepherd Australia - Marine Debris Campaign- youve helped shape this history making legislation which will make a difference to marine life and our oceans. #stemthetide #everypiececounts #seashepherd

21.01.2022 Sea Shepherd stands in solidarity with the people of Mauritius who are dealing with the consequences of the MV Wakashio oil spill. They are are seeking answers, support and justice. Read Sea Shepherd Australias response ow.ly/hjpQ50Beh1f #JusticeforMauritius #NotoOil #Mauritius #MauritiusOilSpill

20.01.2022 BUSTED! Secret documents show Adani is lying about their mine size. Despite the company’s public statements that the Carmichael project had been drastically scaled back, these documents from the Queensland Government show that they NEVER scrapped plans to build one of the world's biggest coal mines and ALWAYS intended to ramp up to 55 million tonnes of coal a year. Read more #StopAdani!

19.01.2022 Volunteers from our Sea Shepherd Australia - Marine Debris Campaign are currently on a remote clean-up campaign in the Cocos Islands. On day one of the campaign, the dedicated team spent hours removing a net over one kilometre in length from the lagoon on West Island. Take a look below ... #StemTheTide

19.01.2022 Volunteers from our Sea Shepherd Australia - Marine Debris Campaign were shocked to find over 2,500 nurdles - small plastic pre-production pellets - during a remote clean-up at Ningaloo in Western Australia. Over the course of several days, the team removed a staggering 33,000 pieces of trash from the World Heritage-Listed Ningaloo Coast. Read more https://bit.ly/2KgEgRb... #StemTheTide

18.01.2022 Over 3,000 single-use plastic water cups were discovered at Janes Bay on the Ningaloo Coast, Western Australia during our Sea Shepherd Australia - Marine Debris Campaign remote clean-up. To a turtle, plastic looks and smells like food which can result in injury, starvation, entanglement or even death. Learn more about our Ningaloo clean-up>> https://bit.ly/2KgEgRb

18.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day to all the amazing fathers and father figures out there. A special shout out to emperor penguin fathers who endure 60 or more days of icy winds and no food, standing over the eggs of their offspring, to incubate them. P.s If you know an ocean lover that needs a last minute gift weve got you covered with e-gift cards for the Sea Shepherd store. ... http://ow.ly/JODi50BhA16 All purchases help to keep our ships active on the high seas and our teams on the frontline to defend, conserve and protect marine wildlife.

16.01.2022 A hero to many, Jeff Hansen, Sea Shepherd Australias Managing Director, on the airwaves speaking about ocean plastic pollution and why we need to turn off the plastic tap Listen in here http://ow.ly/2RWW50BpGNs

16.01.2022 Two huge glaciers in Antarctica are breaking off - increasing the threat of large-scale sea level rise. https://www.stuff.co.nz//two-major-antarctic-glaciers-are-

16.01.2022 Currently recruiting volunteers for: Mount Gambier, SA Darwin, NT Canberra, ACT Albany, WA... Becoming an onshore volunteer is a fun, rewarding and fulfilling experience. You will meet many like-minded individuals and learn new skills while you are helping to make a difference for the ocean. Apply today or find a Sea Shepherd chapter near you https://bit.ly/3m81ZBi

15.01.2022 Hammerhead sharks are being killed by barbaric Australian culling programs. Take action http://ow.ly/6KtN50CtWc8 These beautiful and harmless animals need your help to ensure their survival.

15.01.2022 Surfers have a unique understanding of sharks. World Champion surfer Mick Fanning recently spoke to The Courier Mail about the need to replace Queenslands "shark control" program with modern shark bite mitigation technology including aerial drones to increase safety for ocean goers and reduce bycatch of harmless marine life. "The shark nets, they go for 200 metres so its pretty easy for (sharks) to swim around or swim under them. Its just a little bit outdated. We havent revisited them for a long time...The beach is a huge part of our tourism and a huge part of our economy so I think its time we revisit that and see if there is a smarter, safer way of doing things." Learn more about modern shark bite mitigation technologies >> https://bit.ly/32sb8xe

15.01.2022 An operation to rescue a humpback whale from Alligator River in Kakadu National park is still underway. It is believed three whales took a wrong turn when travelling to Antarctica The other two have made their way back to the ocean but there are concerns that the remaining whale may collide with a boat, which would not be fun for anyone involved, especially in this crocodile infested river. This is the first time whales have been seen in the river. Who knows what to expe...ct next?! http://ow.ly/4AXD50BpEIj

15.01.2022 Sea Shepherds research vessel, The RV Martin Sheen, has departed for Guadalupe Island, marking the launch of the seventh season of its longest-running research campaign Operation Divina Guadalupe! This campaign provides novel insight into the behaviour and movement patterns of one of the most elusive species of marine mammals - the Cuviers beaked whale. Read more about the importance of Operation Divina Guadalupe at https://bit.ly/2RomvQv

14.01.2022 Our classic tees are making a comeback! Ocean Conservation in Action long sleeve and short sleeve tees are now available in the e-store. Support the whales navy and grab one today ... http://ow.ly/fGwC50BmKzl *Only available in blue (not pictured).

14.01.2022 More and more research supporting drones as a viable component of modern beach safety programs is emerging. So why is QLD sticking with its 1960s technology? Its time for solutions that ensure the safety of beachgoers as well as protect sharks and respect their vital role in ocean health. #NetsOutNow Read about the latest study here: http://ow.ly/xHq350BqKII

13.01.2022 Adani planned to ship first coal in 2014. But thanks to the mighty #StopAdani movement, not one lump of coal has been dug! Join ARIA award winner MONTAIGNE for a special national screening of "People Power Vs Adani" and help raise much-needed funds for the Wangan and Jagalingou people's Defence of Country Fund! Tickets are limited. Get yours today! https://www.stopadani.com/stopadanifilm

12.01.2022 Sea Shepherd is defending marine wildlife every day. Read about our work on the frontline, protecting species across the globe >> https://bit.ly/3lZXo4g

12.01.2022 The story of whales and their ancient migration is central to lore for many First Nations groups along the Australian coast. Read the story of Migaloo from Minjerribah artist Delvene Cockatoo-Collins #NAIDOC2020

11.01.2022 The impact of the Wakashio oil spill is truly devastating but people are rising up to demand better responses from leaders to this Mauritius oil spill disaster. There needs to be a proper investigation and accountability. Is the deliberate and secretive sinking of the ship an international crime? Read the article: http://ow.ly/lqfh50Begiz Read Sea Shepherds response to the ongoing incident and find out how you can help Mauritius: ow.ly/hjpQ50Beh1f... #JusticeforMauritius #NotoOil #ProtectTheOceans #Mauritius #MauritiusOilSpill

11.01.2022 Join Sea Shepherd and Fed Square on the 14th of September for a free screening of Watson - a thrilling documentary about the life of Sea Shepherds founder Captain Paul Watson. All details https://bit.ly/35b2Yeg * This online event is only available within Australia. ... #SustainableSeptember

11.01.2022 GOOD NEWS A Queensland Government shark fin export fishery licence has been revoked because of their failure to protect threatened species on the Great Barrier Reef. This failure to meet the conditions of the export licence demonstrates the Queensland Governments incompetence when it comes to protecting vulnerable marine life. ... Turtles, dolphins and dugongs are all at risk of being killed in nets in the fishery. Sadly, the fishery is also responsible exporting shark fins, fish bladders and roe. It is terrible that Australia is both an exporter and importer of shark fins and we can only hope this intervention is a step towards ending the horrific practice of shark finning globally. Read more https://www.theguardian.com//federal-minister-revokes-quee

11.01.2022 Only one day to go! Join Sea Shepherd and Fed Square tomorrow evening for a FREE online screening of the documentary Watson focusing on the life and mission of Sea Shepherds Founder Captain Paul Watson. The film will be followed by a LIVE Q&A with Captain Paul Watson himself. ... All details https://bit.ly/33jlXAO *This online event is only available within Australia #SustainableSeptember

11.01.2022 Record numbers of turtles are returning to Cabo Verde! Conservation efforts are paying off! This is a great example of how taking direct action can make a difference. Full story here http://ow.ly/XBeq50BlyoY

11.01.2022 Calling all PHOTOGRAPHERS! You may be surprised to learn that we don't get all that many photos of ocean wildlife, in their natural environments, when we are out on campaigns. Our photographers are simply too busy documenting our crew's direct action and the many ways the animals are threatened. ... But we don’t want to forget about the beautiful marine animals that we're fighting for ... and that's where you come in! Sea Shepherd is always in need of sharp images showing marine wildlife in their natural habitats: turtles on beaches, dolphins and their young, sea birds, pods of whales, and sharks and other fish in coral reefs... everything that makes the oceans amazing! Whether you're an amateur or a pro you can help Sea Shepherd and the oceans by donating your photos today http://bit.ly/2wMeM7s Do you know a photographer who may want to participate? Let them know below! Photo generously donated by Rui Duarte

10.01.2022 Take action against plastic pollution today https://bit.ly/3mwtwvT The Federal Parliament is considering the Recycling and Waste Reduction Bill a bill that could help address Australia’s problem with single-use plastics and plastic packaging. But the Bill doesn’t go far enough and we need your help! Join with our Sea Shepherd Australia - Marine Debris Campaign and tell Australian Senators why we need national action on plastic! ... #StemTheTide

10.01.2022 We are proud to be partnering with Fed Square this #SustainableSeptember for a free online screening of the documentary Watson - the 2019 documentary focusing on the life and mission of Sea Shepherds Founder Captain Paul Watson - on Monday 14th September. The film will be followed by a LIVE Q&A with Captain Paul Watson himself. Register today >> https://bit.ly/3gX7ak9... *This online event is only available within Australia

10.01.2022 Our Sea Shepherd Australia - Marine Debris Campaign has been named as a finalist in the 2020 Victorian Premiers Sustainability Awards for our Victorian beach and waterway cleanups! Read more https://bit.ly/2VjJZrR Register to attend the online event on the 16th of December https://bit.ly/2VlF9ug

10.01.2022 As part of #NAIDOCWeek 2020, join us tomorrow at 8 pm AEDT for a watch party of 'Untrashing Djulpan' and 'Return To Djulpan'. These films tell the story of our Sea Shepherd Australia - Marine Debris Campaign collaboration with the Dhimurru Aboriginal Corp of Northeast Arnhem Land to clean Djulpan, a sacred and remote 14km stretch of beach that is an important nesting ground for turtles. Get reminder: https://bit.ly/3lpgMqW

10.01.2022 Westernport Bay in Victoria is home to an array of marine animals including Australian fur seals, Southeastern Southern right whales, humpback whales and weedy sea dragons. Yet, AGL Energy want to turn Westernport Bay into a massive gas import terminal that would threaten these precious animals and increase climate pollution from dirty fossil fuels. Victoria can and must do better than giving the green light to potentially destructive projects like this. Sea Shepherd Austr...alia stands with Phillip Island Conservation Society and Preserve Western Port Action Group in calling for the protection of this wetland sanctuary. Read more http://ow.ly/LkBW50Cmpyi

10.01.2022 Kit Kat Australia has launched a new initiative called 'Give the Planet a Break'. It says when you recycle your Kit Kat at Coles and Woolworths, it will be made into things like outdoor furniture, bollards, air conditioner mounting blocks and mini wheel stops. The thing is, for the last two years Kit Kat's parent company Nestlé was named as the No. 2 and No. 3 top polluting brand in the 2019 and 2018 respective Break Free From Plastic Global Brand Audits. Read more from our Sea Shepherd Australia - Marine Debris Campaign

09.01.2022 Experts warn that unless urgent action is taken, North Atlantic Right Whales will reach a point of no return within five years. If this isnt a BIG warning sign that things must change, then what is? #SaveTheWhales Help Sea Shepherd protect the oceans http://ow.ly/W4DB50BgqD8... https://au.news.yahoo.com/north-atlantic-right-whale-facing

09.01.2022 Sea Shepherd has been fighting for the protection of whales since we shut down the illegal whaling ship Sierra in 1979. Support our critical work defending whales and all marine life http://ow.ly/NOqU50Cgc69 #ForTheOcean

08.01.2022 Sea Shepherd crew captured footage of five dolphins killed in the nets of an "artisanal fishing boat" off the French coast of Brittany in less than 24 hours. The European Union has demanded France ban fishing methods responsible for the needless slaughter of thousands of dolphins every year. Sea Shepherd will continue to patrol the coastline and expose these deaths until it stops. #OperationDolphinByCatch

08.01.2022 Happy 70th birthday to our founder and inspiration, Captain Paul Watson! Send Paul a happy birthday message in the comments below

08.01.2022 From fishing gear to shrinking ice take a look at some of the devastating impacts humans are having on the ocean. #ForTheOcean

07.01.2022 Always Was. Always Will Be. Grace Wunungmurra is a Senior Ranger for Dhimurru. As part of NAIDOC Week 2020, we asked Grace what she wants the world to look like in the future. "I want the world to be a plastic-free environment so that marine wildlife can still be here for the next generation. It will be a better environment to live in and to eat off the land and sea."... Grace's advice for how you can help make this happen is: "Reducing [the] number of plastics that people buy or use, throwing all rubbish in the dump or the bin so it can't go out to sea. Fishing sustainably so there is fish for the next generation." Tune in to our Facebook watch party tonight at 8pm AEDT to find out more about our Sea Shepherd Australia - Marine Debris Campaign remote clean-ups at Djulpan with the Dhimurru Aboriginal Corporation.

07.01.2022 Sea Shepherd is anything but square! So were super stoked to be partnering with the iconic Federation Square in Melbourne for #SustainableSeptember. Catch Jeff Hansen, Sea Shepherd Australias Managing Director, giving heaps of reasons for why Sea Shepherd is a great movement to be part of - in this podcast https://fedsquare.com/events/anything-but-square-podcast

07.01.2022 Double your impact for marine life this #GivingTuesday http://ow.ly/nu6750CtYb3 Donate today to have your donation doubled dollar-for-dollar by a generous ocean lover and help save precious marine wildlife.

07.01.2022 Need a mask? Weve got you covered... http://ow.ly/zdyD50ATbGG All items in the Sea Shepherd store are ethically made and profits go towards helping Sea Shepherd defend, conserve and protect marine life!

07.01.2022 A new study by Dr Andrew Colefax shows SMART drumlines do not prevent sharks moving near to surf breaks. It also found that acoustic receivers often detect sharks that do not move closer to shore. We need modern shark bite mitigation solutions that protect swimmers, surfers, divers and marine life too. Read more http://ow.ly/U05D50Bw7aq... #OpApexHarmony #NetsOutNow

06.01.2022 Two rare white whale calves have been spotted off Western Australia Fewer southern right whales have been seen off the south coast this winter, making the white whale calf sightings all the more special.... #Whales #Nature #Albany http://ow.ly/Pc0250Bkkqk Southern right whale populations are still recovering after rampant whaling led to numbers being as few as 300 at one point. Its horrible to think about how so many beautiful whales have been killed unnecessarily. Read about Sea Shepherds history of defending whales here http://ow.ly/snEI50BkkqX

05.01.2022 Join the fight to save marine life http://ow.ly/XSvX50CtV7a Culling programs are putting precious animals in danger. Shark nets and drumlines are harming turtles, whales, dolphins, rays, sea birds and other vulnerable species that have vital roles in sustaining the health of the ocean.... Take action today to help us protect marine wildlife.

05.01.2022 A beautiful stretch of NSW coast has been earmarked for fossil fuel exploration, with plans for gas drilling that will devastate the coast and accelerate our path towards further climate disaster. Our friends at Save Our Coast / Stop Seismic Testing need your help to stop this. Take action today and let our leading politicians know how you feel about the horror of rigs on Australia's horizons https://www.saveourcoast.org.au/stop-pep-11/

05.01.2022 Learn more about Apex Harmony Campaign - Sea Shepherd Global: our campaign to defend, conserve and protect #sharks http://ow.ly/O57450Dnft6

05.01.2022 Update on Totoaba Trafficking Arrests in Mexico Six suspected totoaba traffickers, arrested on November 11, will remain in jail for approximately two months as Mexican authorities continue their investigation. Totoaba poaching is the primary cause of the decline of the vaquita, the world’s most endangered marine mammal. There are fewer than 20 vaquitas left alive. Read more

05.01.2022 A new report has revealed data on which animals are being affected by plastic pollution, calling the crisis of plastic in the oceans an "unfolding disaster" that is one of several human-caused factors endangering the planet. Read more Take action against marine plastic pollution by joining a Sea Shepherd Australia - Marine Debris Campaign beach clean-up near you http://ow.ly/xMGh50Cu1iG

04.01.2022 The greatest show on earth is 100% natural, everywhere and free to watch. Heres a sneak peak #MotherNature

04.01.2022 Happy 70th Birthday to Sea Shepherd Founder Captain Paul Watson Thanks for your incredible leadership and dedication to ocean conservation.

04.01.2022 On the 9th of November, the Sea Shepherd vessel Bob Barker, presently campaigning against illegal fishing in the Gulf of Guinea (West Africa) in cooperation with the government of Benin, was approached by a skiff carrying approximately seven to eight persons, some who were armed. The crew implemented anti-piracy measures and mustered in the ship's citadel while armed Beninese Navy sailors on board the Bob Barker successfully deterred the suspected pirates, who retreated. Over... the past years, the Gulf of Guinea has seen an increase in acts of piracy. Sea Shepherd has security measures in place to address this threat while working to protect marine wildlife together with partner countries. The emergency preparedness of Bob Barker crew and the professionalism of the Benin Navy kept the ship and all of its crew safe. Sea Shepherd is committed to continuing our work of partnering with governments to stop illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. See more

04.01.2022 Today, a humpback whale was rescued from a net believed to be a part of New South Wales shark meshing program off Sydney. Fortunately, the whale is now free. This entanglement has come just two weeks after the states shark net deployment following their annual removal between May and August. To protect these iconic animals, we need shark nets to be removed for the entirety of the whale migration season as the first step towards their replacement with scientifically backed n...on-lethal technologies. #NetsOutNow

03.01.2022 Since having an encounter with a shark live on TV during a surf comp, Mick Fanning has been on a journey to understand sharks. TONIGHT Save This Shark premieres on National Geographic Australia at 7.30pm AEST Mick Fanning #Sharks #NetsOutNow #Surfing

03.01.2022 We must respect our blue planet and all the marine life that keeps our ecosystems in balance. Its time to stop the killing of our oceans by: Combatting illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing... Seriously addressing overfishing Properly regulating industrial fishing See more

02.01.2022 Great news Drones are being deployed to assist with beach safety at 5 beaches in Queensland. Sea Shepherd has been calling on the government to use non-lethal technologies, such as drones, because they are more effective and dont unnecessarily harm the marine wildlife that we all love. Now its time to ditch the old tech #NetsOutNow http://ow.ly/IxL050Bujuu

02.01.2022 Queensland MPs are due to debate a bill in early 2021 that would ban plastic straws, stirrers, cutlery and plates. Whilst supporting this move, our Sea Shepherd Australia - Marine Debris Campaign is calling on the Queensland government to expand the ban to include other single-use items. Sea Shepherd Australia managing director Jeff Hansen said wet wipes, single-use coffee cups and lids, fruit and vegetable bags, excessive plastic food packaging and glitter should be bann...ed in the future." "Plastic is now in every aspect of the marine food chain, from the tiniest krill to the largest blue whale, and it affects all of us," he wrote in a submission to a parliamentary committee considering the bill. Read more http://ow.ly/pGKJ50DnfeM #StemtheTide #EveryPieceCounts

02.01.2022 It’s National Recycling Week and this year's theme is 'Recovery - A future beyond the bin’. A whopping 5.4 million tonnes of packaging went into the Australian market in 2017-18 and with up to 13 million of tonnes of plastic entering our ocean each year, this Recycling Week, our Sea Shepherd Australia - Marine Debris Campaign is asking you to think about the other ‘R’s Refuse Reduce Reuse Refill Repurpose - Recover.... We need to turn off the tap of plastic at the source and hold the producers of plastic to account so there’s no chance of it ending up on our coastlines, harming marine life or polluting the ocean. #StemTheTide #ForTheOcean #EveryPieceCounts

02.01.2022 This #ValentinesDay, find the perfect gift for ocean lovers in our e-store http://ow.ly/cWSz50DonBJ Your purchase will help save precious marine wildlife. #ValentinesDay20201

02.01.2022 Sea Shepherd Italias Operation Siso is back with a new vessel! With the new catamaran, M/V CONRAD, Sea Shepherd is ready to return to defend our seas and protect the Aeolian Islands ecosystem from illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing, with the presence on the bridge of the former Head of State of the Navy Military Ammiraglio Giuseppe De Giorgi. A special thanks to Jane Patterson and Sebastiano Cossia Castiglioni, who donated Sea Shepherd this new boat to protect the ...Mediterranean. And thanks to the continued support of Smile Wave Foundation united this year to an important donation from UBI Unione Buddhista Italiana and to the Iris Ceramica Group Foundation, the support of Aeolian Islands Preservation Foundation, and to all of you who with your help allow Sea Shepherd to continue sailing in the seas to Defend, Preserve and Protect our oceans! Support Sea Shepherd: http://ow.ly/Ne4M50Bs3np #FortheOceans

02.01.2022 Episode 5 of Sir David Attenborough's new series 'A Perfect Planet', dubbed "the most important story of our times", features Sea Shepherd's efforts to combat poaching off the coast of West Africa! 'A Perfect Planet' be airing in Australia later this year. Read more about this inspiring series http://ow.ly/vHqi50DnfHe

01.01.2022 The Quandamooka people of North Stradbroke Island and Moreton Bay have been welcoming the annual whale migration for more than 20,000 years. Watch this lovely video about the connections between Queenslands Traditional Owners and "elders of the sea". http://ow.ly/g6fG50BdbBK ... ABC Australia See more

01.01.2022 Heres a powerful message from Sea Shepherd Advisor and Mirning Elder Bunna Lawrie about the importance of protecting the Bight this #ThreatenedSpeciesDay: "Our people have kept the balance and the harmony in the Great Australian Bight for over 65,000 years and more. This is why there is still so much diversity and amazing life in our sea country - a refuge and home for many of the Worlds threatened species. Once there was whaling and our Mirning people fought against it t...o protect our totem family. Now the Southern right whales, the humpbacks and even the blue whales have returned in growing numbers. Sadly, it is a different story for the Northern right whales in their country. It is important for us to continue this traditional knowledge and wisdom. We wish to teach other people how to protect our Great Australian Bight and all that lives in it. Together we can continue to keep this beautiful balance in our pristine ocean. We are currently fighting to have our transitional custodianship acknowledged, so that this is not also threatened. Please be a Caretaker for the Bight and join us: https://bit.ly/32TlRjf" #FightForTheBight

01.01.2022 According to a devastating new report from the UN on the state of nature, the world has failed to meet a single target to stem the destruction of wildlife and life-sustaining ecosystems in the last decade. It is the second consecutive decade that governments have failed to meet targets. Earths living systems as a whole are being compromised. And the more humanity exploits nature in unsustainable ways and undermines its contributions to people, the more we undermine our own... wellbeing, security and prosperity, says the UNs biodiversity head, Elizabeth Maruma Mrema Read more http://ow.ly/CvYT50Bw72m

01.01.2022 WHALE MEGAPOD An extremely rare and exciting spectacle is underway off the Australian East Coast with more than one hundred hungry humpbacks having a feed before they continue south! https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=762831037896082