07/06/2026
🌊💙 Tomorrow 8 June is World Ocean Day - here’s how you can help!
World leaders have committed to protecting 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030 through Marine Protected Areas. Now it’s time to turn those commitments into action 💪🏽
At Wyargine Aquatic Friends, we’re working to establish the proposed Wyargine Aquatic Reserve across the waters of Chinamans Beach, Wyargine Point and Balmoral Beach. This special part of Sydney Harbour supports diverse marine life and habitats, and we believe it deserves stronger protection for future generations 🐬
One of the most important ways we can achieve this is by building an evidence base that demonstrates the biodiversity living in these waters. Every observation helps tell the story of why this area matters.
Here’s how you can help:
📸 Record what you see on the beach or in the water around Chinamans Beach, Wyargine Point and Balmoral Beach using iNaturalist: https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/balmoral-wyargine-aquatic-reserve-proposed
Your sightings help document local marine life and build the scientific evidence needed to support stronger protection for this area 🩵
🗑️ Heading out for a walk along the beach? Why not pick up any rubbish you come across. Small actions from many people help keep our coastline healthy for wildlife and the community.
💙 Support our volunteers with a donation. Every contribution helps us continue documenting marine biodiversity, engaging the community, and advocating for the establishment of the Wyargine Aquatic Reserve.
Protecting our oceans starts locally. This World Ocean Day, join us in helping safeguard one of Sydney Harbour’s most valuable marine environments.
