Archives for July 2024

Date: 20th JulyLocation: Solace Bay, Whitsunday IslandPartner: Queensland GovernmentVolunteers: 9Debris Removed: 280 kilogramsAfter a long haul and removing a massive amount of debris, our skipper rewarded our wonderful volunteers with lunch on the world-famous Whitehaven Beach. What a magical way … [Read more...] about Barge Trip # 493

Date: 18th July Location: South Molle IslandPartner: The Reef Guardian Councils ProgramVolunteers: 7Debris Removed: 78 kilogramsToday, we focused on the litter buildup on the Molle Islands, specifically tackling the southeast-facing bays of South Molle. A big thank you to the Reef Guardian Councils … [Read more...] about Barge Trip # 492

Date: 17th JulyLocation: Saba Bay, Whitsunday IslandPartner: Queensland GovernmentVolunteers: 8Debris Removed: 213 kilogramsToday, we tackled a beach we originally named Bottle Top Beach when we first started the Marine Debris Removal Program. However, with the amount of different debris found now, … [Read more...] about Barge Trip # 491

Date: 16th JulyLocation: George's Point and Grassy IslandPartner: Queensland GovernmentVolunteers: 10Debris Removed: 120 kilogramsWith the wind picking up to a steady southwesterly in the morning, we headed north to the known protected areas of George's Point and Grassy Island. It was a top day out, … [Read more...] about Barge trip # 490

Date: 15th JulyLocation: Chance Bay, Whitsunday IslandPartner: Queensland GovernmentVolunteers: 10Debris Removed: 235 kilogramsWhales! What a precious reward for our volunteers, thanking them for their hard work in removing marine debris to protect these magical sea creatures. This incredible trip … [Read more...] about Barge trip # 489