How SCUBA diving changed my life
How SCUBA diving changed my life
Looking back at where it all began Recently someone asked to recount how I ended up 'here'. So, I told my story of how I ended up in New Zealand…
Once Upon an Expedition
A steel yacht, a dozen scientists and a dedicated crew: the story of my experience aboard the Blue Cradle Microplastics and Marine Biosecurity Expedition.
how to move forward?
The Pandemic Predicament: how to move forward?
The changes that felt very sudden in March have now become the new normal – I am well aware that in other parts of the world, Covid-19 has had a…
7 Ways to Banish Single-use Plastics from Your Life
Energy and non-renewable resources are wasted making many things that have an extremely short lifespan. If you invest in quality reusable products made from sustainable resources, you will have them…
A Journey to Low Waste Living
I've been on a journey to go plastic free for over 6 months now and I am finally feeling like I made it to a point where I have learned…
What's in your sunscreen?
Schooled in Sunscreen Science
I've been doing heaps of DIY this summer, building up my repertoire of things I can make at home. Starting with homemade shampoo and conditioner bars, lotion and even my…
Follow your Dreams
Whilst I often blog about my efforts to minimize my impact on the planet and share interesting things I have seen on the ocean, I usually share this information with…
The Catalyst for Change
Occasionally I reflect on the path I've been on to achieve where I am now; happier with the lifestyle I am living, spending most days close to the water, teaching…
Advocate for the Ocean
Being informed about the state of our environment and aware of the latest events happening, with regard to how we impact the world around us, empowers me to be a…
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How to not get overwhelmed
Don't get overwhelmed, go paddle-boarding! Can you spot the eagle ray in front of my board? I found some advice everyone can do with: “Don’t be overwhelmed by the problem,…