Sydney Coast

The Sydney region's coastal waters are our pride and joy, and our greatest asset. More than 13 million visitors come from around Australia and the world each year to visit our world famous harbour, and beaches. We are one of the only big cities in the world to be so connected to the coast, with relatively healthy waters and wild and natural places. Our beaches, bays and waterways are truly iconic - renowned for their beauty both above and below the water. Unfortunately, the area has suffered under mounting pressure from pollution, overdevelopment on the coast, the increasing human population and negative effects of climate change including rising sea temperatures. Plastic pollution is choking the waterways and harming the wildlife. The Sydney Coast Hope Spot is an investment into the future that can ensure we pass a healthy legacy on to the next generation. The solution includes reducing our carbon footprint, rejecting single use plastic and promoting responsible development policy in Sydney.