(C) The Conversation This story was originally published by The Conversation and is unaltered. . . . . . . . . . . Oceans of Hope [1] [] Date: 2026-07 David Ritter | Aaron Fa’Aoso | Rebecca Huntley Australians are a proud oceanic people. None more so than Indigenous Australians who have always nourished Country and lived in balance with nature. But whether it’s swimming, surfing, snorkelling, fishing, exploring the tide pools, walking along the coastline or enjoying the view, Aussies love spending time in and around their big blue backyard. With the signing of the Global Ocean Treaty, 2026 marks a turning point in protecting our oceans from the ongoing impacts of climate change, overfishing and pollution. Join Greenpeace CEO David Ritter and Torres Strait Islander actor, screenwriter and producer Aaron Fa’Aoso with author and social researcher, Rebecca Huntley as host. This will be an evening of set talks and conversation that will inspire, motivate and outline a clear path forward for protecting our ocean home. From David’s pitch for how Australia could have the best protected oceans on the planet, to Aaron’s lived experience and storytelling from the Torres Strait, to their conversation with Rebecca on collective action, one thing is already clear: there is an ocean of hope to help make change. LIVE EVENT & VENUE INFORMATION The Science Theatre is located at UNSW Sydney's Kensington Campus. Please note this is a live event only, and will not be available via livestream. TICKETS ACCESS Wheelchair Access The Science Theatre is located at UNSW Sydney's Kensington campus (highlighted red on this map). The closest accessible drop-off point to the Science Theatre is towards the rear of the building, with access via Gate 2, High Street. Vehicles can drop off patrons directly adjacent to the Business School west wing which is then a 200 metre walk approximately. More information on getting there can be found via our interactive accessibility map available here. Assisted Listening The Science Theatre has hearing assistive technology available. Patrons wishing to utilise this service must collect a Roger™ inductive neck-loop receiver from the venue staff, and this system can be used with a hearing aid or cochlear implant with a T-coil, or with headphones. Auslan & Captioning Auslan interpreting services and/or live captioning can be provided for selected talks upon request. Contact To book and discuss access services, please call the Centre for Ideas on 02 9065 0485 or email centreforideas@unsw.edu.au. PUBLIC TRANSPORT & PARKING The Science Theatre is easily accessible via public transport and the closest light rail stop is UNSW Anzac Parade (L3 line). The closest bus stop is UNSW Gate 2, High Street (348, 370). For more information please call the Transport Infoline on 131 500 or visit transportnsw.info. Free parking is also available in the Barker St Car Park (Gate 14) from 5.30pm. For access to free parking, event patrons must park in the UNSW Permit Holder bays, available on all levels. The Barker St Car Park (Gate 14) parking station is located here. Paid casual and visitor parking is offered via the CellOPark App and ‘pay by plate meters’ in all other UNSW car parks. For more information head here. PROGRESS FOR ALL Climate change is arguably the most urgent issue of our time, with enormous ramifications for future generations. UNSW will continue our trajectory as a leader in responses to climate change and impact mitigation from increasing natural disasters. We will enhance our expertise in climate science, environmental sustainability, disaster response and resilience, and many other related disciplines across all our faculties to influence policy and create innovative solutions with real-world impact. We will collaborate across all disciplines, faculties, sectors and borders to optimise the impact of our teaching, research and thought leadership to help create a liveable world for generations to come. We will lead by example in working to be a climate-resilient, nature-positive and net zero emissions University. You can read more about our objectives in our UNSW Strategy: Progress for All. CONTACT For all enquiries, please email centreforideas@unsw.edu.au or call the Centre for Ideas on 02 9065 0485. The Centre for Ideas is happy to receive phone calls via the National Relay Service. TTY users, phone 133 677, then ask for 02 9065 0485. Speak and Listen users, phone 1300 555 727 then ask for 02 9065 0485. For more information on all other relay calls visit here. [END] --- [1] Url: https://theconversation.com/au/events/oceans-of-hope-saving-our-big-blue-backyard-15970 Published and (C) by The Conversation Content appears here under this condition or license: Creative Commons CC BY-ND 4.0. via Magical.Fish Gopher News Feeds: gopher://magical.fish/1/feeds/news/theconversation/