Cleanup2012 - Target 100,000 Items

The boats and crew are organised and with the largest volunteer fleet in the cleanups history we should be able to pass 100,000 items collected and documented. Its taken 14 years, thousands of hours and a few sore backs but if the weathers kind we are looking good to pass the milestone.

This year the fleet welcomes the 'Breaksea' skippered by Darren Clark. This beatiful canoe stern vessel will carry 5 volunteers and good mate Rory Saunders to assist in the cleanup. Along with the Velocity, Cheiftan G and the Rebecca Bay we will have aound 25 pairs of hands beautifing the beaches.

From washed up rubbish to gallery art - ABC Mid West WA - Australian Broadcasting Corporation

From washed up rubbish to gallery art - ABC Mid West WA - Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Movie Release - Fundraiser

SP our entertainment and fundraising Guru has once again delivered with a fun night of Movies and Reggae on the 30th of March, Upstairs at the Republic Bar. We will be showing two short docos on the 2011 Cleanup Edition from 8.30 pm and then music will follow. Come along, invite some friends, we hope to see you there.

SW cleanup Benefit Gig

The Bare Bones & Roots of Hip hop is a showcase of hip hop, soul, jazz, funk and blues by local DJ’s, producers, live instrumentalists and vocalists.

Come and see DJ VSP, ALTA, THE FUNK N SOUL BRASS BROTHERS, DJ DAMEZA and special guest vocalists perform their own take on soul, funk blues and jazz tunes which have paved the way for hip hop classics of today.

- THIS IS A BENEFIT GIG FOR THE ANNUAL SOUTH WEST COAST MARINE DEBRIS CLEAN UP.

Mobius is proud to donate $1 from every ticket to this great cause…

Spread the word and rally the troops. The last Wednesday at Mobius for 2011 will be large!

See below for more artist info.

// The Funk n Soul Brass Brothers //

After playing their debut gig at the Tasmanian Beerfest the boys are amped to be playing at Mobius. With the Falls Festival show fast approaching expect a new set, with a twist…

https://www.facebook.com/events/230681617003219/

// Alta //

Have currently been dominating Triple J’s unearthed ratings and recently supported Paris Wells on the Tasmanian leg of her National Tour.

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Alta/288372707854130

// DJ Dameza //

Mobius resident, DJ behind ACUMEN and Australian DMC finalist.
With too many supports to list, Dameza never disappoints.

https://www.facebook.com/djdameza

// DJ VSP// – all vinyl set

Real records, real music. No more explanation is needed!

Marion Bay Cleanup MKII - 11 December

Every year thousands of tonnes of marine debris washes up on our coastlines as a result of poor waste management from both recreational and commercial fishing activities. Much of this rubbish also enters our waterways & oceans through the inconsiderate disposal of unwanted goods at our very doorstep – in our cities, and towns. Around Australia, 80% of our population is distributed within 50km of the coast - Testimony to our love of the beaches and oceans surrounding our Island homes. In order to preserve our coastal havens, we must act now, to preserve these areas for future generations.

When: 10.30am Sunday 11 December

Meet at: Marion Bay Car park

What to bring: Sunscreen, sunhat, rain jacket, snacks and something to keep you hydrated while we’re on the beach (we will provide bags for rubbish).

Afterwards: we will sort the rubbish, and record data.

After afterwards: we will head back into town for a debrief & a well-earned beer.

We hope that this will be the first of many clean-ups around the beaches surrounding Hobart, so if you have any suggestions on future sites to clean, please let us know.

Ninna's Cleanup 2011 video

This short promo video was produced in conjuction with the Bookend Trust and Funded by the Southern Waste Strategy Authority. Thanks Ninna its great

Marine Debris Article - Examiner

Thanks to Matt Maloney for the two articles above which were featured in the Sunday Examiner. Click on the images to view at full size.