Here at Ocean Connect, we see the value in everyone. We aim to be a catalyst for positive change since our beginnings in 2013. Our core activities focus on the Gold Coast’s marine and coastal environment.  These activities require problem-solvers, who bring different perspectives and are willing to be open minded. Ocean Connect emerged out of a pursuit to inspire and support the community, and a desire for actions to speak louder than words.​ We wish to promote local participation in enhancing awareness of our local coastal and marine biodiversity through educational programs and citizen science.

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We offer whole of community programs, which includes data collection that will contribute to the management of environments such as rocky shores, dunes, mangroves, sea grass and reefs. We are a non-advocacy group, open to anyone to participate in our programs. We do not engage in campaigning activities. Our team is led by award-winning marine scientists and environmental education specialists who lead or facilitate all our programs, on a volunteering basis. We reach over 7,000 community members each year and have a large volunteer base.

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Our management committee consists of:

Maggie Muurmans (Co-Founder and Treasurer)

Henry Hunt (President)

Casey Chu (Secretary)

Tim Exley (Co-Founder)