Healthy Oceans Archives - Senator Peter Whish-Wilson

Protecting Ocean Science Jobs Australia is at the forefront of cutting-edge science for studying its oceans and ecosystems. If we’re going to solve the climate crisis — and protect our oceans — protecting science jobs should be one of our highest priorities. Petition We respectfully acknowledge the palawa people as the Traditional Owners and ongoing custodians of lutruwita/Tasmania, pay…

Warming Oceans Pete has spent years inquiring into, raising awareness of and campaigning against the catastrophic impacts of global warming on marine ecosystems around Australia, indeed the globe. We respectfully acknowledge the palawa people as the Traditional Owners and ongoing custodians of lutruwita/Tasmania, pay tribute to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and give respect…

Whaling The expansion of whaling in the 19th and 20th centuries sent many species of whales to the brink of extinction. A global moratorium on the slaughter of whales was enacted in 1986. However, many countries still pursue commercial whaling today. Whales play a big part in the health of our oceans as part of…

Oil & Gas The climate emergency doesn’t stop where the land meets our oceans. Resource exploration and extraction from sensitive waters has united conservationists and professional and recreational fishers. Oil and gas cannot be allowed to take over our oceans. The evolving technology of seismic testing is threatening marine life. Scientific research has shown seismic…

Salmon Farming and Fisheries Overfishing, salmon farming, and poor regulation are all having adverse effects on the health of our oceans. We respectfully acknowledge the palawa people as the Traditional Owners and ongoing custodians of lutruwita/Tasmania, pay tribute to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and give respect to the Elders past, present and emerging.…

Sharks Sharks are an ancient species with some fossils dating back over 400 million years. They play a crucial role in the food chain and creating a healthy ocean environment. Sadly, due to culling and overfishing many species of shark face extinction. Shark attacks a tragedy but don’t deserve tabloid sensationalism As a keen surfer,…