Turning the Tide Newsletter – Spring 2024
Summer Against Seismic
Thank you to our Victorian supporters who made our summer against seismic a huge success.
Thousands turned up to oppose seismic blasting between Victoria and Tasmania. There were rallies and community events across the state, including the record-breaking paddle out
against seismic blasting in Torquay.
Similarly, St. Kilda Festival saw people introduced to Balee, the blue whale mascot. Balee made quite the splash and drew attention to the blue whale habitats that are among those under threat from seismic blasting proposals.
A Melbourne-based volunteer Action Group is now also established. This provides a space for ocean lovers to connect and take action against future offshore oil and gas projects. The Group meets monthly and is open to all members of the community.
Thank you to supporters everywhere who have sent a strong message to Australia’s politicians and the oil and gas industry – we don’t want seismic blasting!
Abolish Seismic Blasting
We need an end to Special Prospecting Authority (SPA) seismic blasting permits to protect our marine life. The Australian Government can take action to abolish these quick, reckless and harmful seismic blasting permits. Take action and tell the government to stop seismic blasting.