MONKEY MIA

SEAGRASS RESTORATION

Seagrass meadows provide habitat and a food source for many marine creatures, particularly those with a high social and economic value. They are also vital for reducing carbon in our atmosphere

1950+

Bags Released

2ha

Seagrass restored

1,000

Volunteer hours

YOU CAN HELP US

Shark Bay in Western Australia is home to some of the largest and most diverse seagrass meadows on the planet. But the future of the meadows is under threat, due to human pressure and climate change.You personally can make a difference in restoring the Shark Bay Seagrass meadows and world's largest marine carbon sink!

Helping is easy, simply buy a bag and our team will do the rest

SEAGRASS RESTORATION

collecting seagrass seedlings

Our team gathers the seedlings from the shoreline that are typically not viable for establishing new seagrass.

COLLECTING SEEDLINGS

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making the hessian bags

Our volunteers sew together hessian bags then fill with seedlings and 35kg of sand ready to be placed on the seafloor.

MAKING THE BAGS

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team ready to plant

DELIVERING TO THE BAY FLOOR

Our team of volunteers place each hessian bag on the bay floor

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hessian bags with seagrass on the seafloor

The hessian bags allow for the seedlings to grow and for floating seedlings to easily attach to the hessian bags instead of drifting away.

RESTORING THE SEAGRASS

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Our dedicated team collects seagrass seedlings to help restore underwater meadows, which play a crucial role in supporting marine life and improving water quality.


However, to keep our efforts flourishing, we need your support. Your donations can make a real difference in ensuring the success of our mission and create a thriving underwater habitat for generations to come!

A dolphin is jumping out of the water
divers planting the seagrass
A group of people are standing on top of a boat filled with sandbags and seagrass
diver inspecting seagrass bags
A dolphin is jumping out of the water near monkey mia beach
A group of dolphins are swimming in the shark bay
Not For Profit

We're not interested in making money at all — all we want is to get the grass growing out here"  Liam Ridgley

Our Mission

We believe that a protecting our sea grass will help protect our environment

World Heritage-listed Shark Bay 

We protect and help the planet's largest reserve of seagrass meadows

Volunteers

All our team are volunteers who are committed to helping protect this natural resource

About us

A boat is floating on top of a body of water in shark bay

OUR NEWS

We believe that staying informed is key to fostering a thriving marine ecosystem! Our news updates will keep you in the loop about our passionate efforts to collect seagrass seedlings and rejuvenate the sea floor. Join us on this exciting journey as we share our successes, partnerships, and the ongoing impact of our conservation work. Together, we can protect our oceans and ensure a healthier habitat for future generations!

A pair of shorts with a picture of a field of seagrass on them.

ACTIVE WEAR SHORTS

Help us further our amazing mission by purchasing a stylish and comfortable pair of activewear shorts today. By doing so, you'll not only elevate your workout wardrobe, but you'll also contribute to a cause that's close to our hearts. Every pair sold helps us make a positive impact and spread our message even further. Join us in this journey and be part of something truly special!

Active wear shorts are made from 73% recycled materials, 100% Made in Australia and all profits directly fund seagrass restoration
Our exercise shorts with seagrass pattern

OUR SPONSORS

Their generous contributions empower us to collect and nurture seagrass seedlings, enabling us to restore these underwater gardens that play a critical role in marine biodiversity. With each partnership, we take inspiring strides toward healthier oceans, showcasing how collaborative efforts can make a lasting impact. Corporate Sponsors are vital to our work. Learn more about becoming a corporate sponsor.

These companies help fund this vital work