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Donald Trump might not be that bothered about climate change but the future of our oceans is a serious issue.
Sir Peter Blake was a champion of environmental issues. Photo: Ivor Wilkins
The Auckland Council, in association with the Sir Peter Blake Trust, are holding an Auckland Conversation evening on July 5 where people can learn about the vision for ocean leadership and learn about local and global initiatives to look after our ocean.
Presentations will be given by Sir Peter Blake Trust chief executive Shelley Campbell; Tara Foundation executive director and former America’s Cup competitor Romain Troublé; and Dr Rochelle Constantine, associate professor in biological sciences at Auckland University and champion of the Hauraki Gulf.
For those who can't make it, the event will be live-streamed. A full transcript and captioning will be made available post-event on the Auckland Conversations website.
The French vessel Tara is returning to New Zealand for the first time since the death of Kiwi yachtsman, environmentalist and hero Sir Peter Blake. Tara was formerly Seamaster, Sir Peter’s yacht and has a special place in the heart of New Zealanders.
This Auckland Conversation is a great opportunity to connect with Sir Peter Blake’s legacy and the work that is happening daily to increase environmental awareness among young people and the public.
Since 2003, Tara has travelled 300,0000 km across the world’s oceans, undertaking research to understand the impacts of climate and ecological changes and to anticipate the future. This current voyage, Tara Pacific, has been sailing for nearly 40,000km through the Pacific Ocean to explore coral reefs.
What: The Future of Our Oceans
Continuing Sir Peter Blake's environmental legacy
When: Wednesday, July 5
5pm - doors open - Networking & refreshments
5.30pm - Start
7.00pm - Finish
Where: Waiheke Rooms, Viaducts Event Centre
Wynyard Quarter, Auckland City
Cost of entry: Free
