Melbourne isn’t exactly a surf destination, but it’s home to surfers nonetheless, and we’re just as passionate about protecting the beaches and marine life of Port Phillip Bay. Our branch was born in 2019 from the 'Fight For The Bight' movement. Close to 3,000 people joined our Paddle Out at St Kilda Beach to protest plans to drill for oil in the Great Australian Bight. We mobilised again for a second successful paddle out at Rye Pier, working with local community groups as part of the 'Fight For The Bight — National Day of Action'.
We continue to advocate for the protection of our ocean from fossil fuel exploration and host regular community events to help raise awareness of the issue. Our team has recently been busy cleaning up our local beaches and raising awareness of projects we believe would negatively impact Port Phillip Bay and Victoria. We are also taking part in the policy development process to protect marine life and our coastline at a State Government level.
Get in touch to see how you can help protect Melbourne’s beaches and the Bay.
