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Ocean Advent Calendar — Day 13 🌊

Three years ago, I moved to Coral Bay needing a fresh start — not knowing how much this place would give me in return. What started as a reset slowly became home.

This little town, this coastline, and the people I’ve met along the way have shaped some of the most meaningful moments of my life. From shared sunsets and long days on the water to friendships that feel like family, it’s the everyday moments that have made this place so special.

So grateful for everyone who’s been part of this journey — past and present — and for a life I once didn’t know I was brave enough to choose 💙

#coastallife #oceanlifestyle #slowdown #lifemoments #newchapter #australianlife #findyouradventure

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Tell us it’s mating season without telling us it’s mating season 😉

Mating season brings some incredible sights, but it’s important we give these ancient mariners the space they need.

⚠️ Always follow the Turtle Watchers Code of Conduct and observe responsibly.

📸: @danielthomasbrowne

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Which one of these 6 images by the Ningaloo underwater photographer @danielthomasbrowne is your favourite?⁠
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1️⃣ Courting manta rays⁠
2️⃣ Green sea turtle⁠
3️⃣ Tiger shark preying on whale carcass⁠
4️⃣ Coral reef system⁠
5️⃣ Sea snake⁠
6️⃣ Sharks in baitball⁠
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#divephotography #diveadventures #ningalooreef #DiveTravel

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The Leopard Shark ~ The teddy bears of the shark species

From this very special, rare encounter we created our FIRST lifestyle product 🐆🦈🤍

@coastal.odyssea x @diver_australia Freediving fins!

Pre-order now ~ limited pairs are left for purchase ⏳
🔗 in bio

📸 underwater shots by @danielthomasbrowne

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Ornate Eagle Ray 💛🌟 When dreams come true 💭

I finally got to swim with my first ever ornate eagle ray — something I’ve dreamed of for years.

These rays are incredibly rare and often called the unicorns of the sea for a reason.

Their golden patterns shimmer like mosaics underwater, and for a few moments, everything else just disappears.

I’ve spent countless hours in the water on the Ningaloo, but encounters like this remind me how much magic is still out there waiting.

Still can’t believe it. 💛

#ornateeagleray #ningaloo #ningalooreef #underwaterphotography #oceanmagic #wildlifeencounter #marinelife #australianwildlife #oceanstories #natgeo #ausgeo #australia

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A few days left in this paradise, and the magical Ningaloo surprised us all with this visit
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✨ Feeling blessed ✨
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Another moment for the box of memories 🫶🏽
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#ningalooreef #magicalspot #paradise #ornate #ornateeagleray #stingray #unicorn #sea #seaunicorn #magicmoments #oceanlover #underwaterphotography

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This day will be one for the memory box:
Chasing giants with the crew on an amazing sunny day, @ollyhillss landing this monster and then having some fun recording the release 🌊✨
Still haven’t landed one myself, it just means I’ll have to come back home soon!

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So here we are, over 2 years later, ready for the next chapter in this amazing life.
This little surreal slice of paradise, surrounded by red dirt and stunning marine life, will forever be home to parts of my heart.
This is the place where I found my people, cultivated new passions and learnt a lot about myself…
A collection of moments I cherish, from the very first day at the beach with @haylee_mustard to the best NYE party where I met @gchestler (it was 2023?) and most wholesome Christmas morning…
From making margaritas any chance we get and always finding an excuse for a get together, to the Mauds and the countless Mars parties. How not to mention the iconic missions on the green machine with @danielthomasbrowne & @lu.fitti, and just some of the best memories with my favourite people @tashabowles @_eeevieee_ @lillybidgood @eventuallyyyyy @pau.altieri @laurags_photography …
To the amazing Eco crew, always there for the frothy unique moments and a vent sesh after work at unit 33.
I will forever be grateful to the people that inspired and keep inspiring me to be a better version of myself and you all know it is not a real goodbye, but rather a see you soon 🥲

As always, to bigger and better things ✈️

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Still reminiscing 🥲

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Cape Farquhar (Don’t Worry About It Sweetheart)😘

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Today we celebrate our gratitude to the Manta Rays of our oceans 🐚🌺 #worldmantaday #savethemantas

Though I have not shared my connection to the manta spirit on this page, any of those close to me understand the significance this beautiful animal holds within my life. Forever with me, physically or more; she rests with my very soul. A great protector.
In her crone essence, she is a wise teacher of the power in the feminine. Of the tools of our being and of the importance of play to ease the tension of life.
She touches many hearts; I have often heard of people feeling safe in their presence. A calming of sorts. Within the water and beyond. An animal that feels sacred whether you know of their cultural significance or not.
To put it plainly; they are a blessing.

But as many of these valuable beings are, their kind is under great threat.
(No shock there I suppose.)

While practically, knowledge and awareness are valuable in their conservation - perhaps, by allowing a little more of the manta to touch your heart, a different path to conservation will illuminate. 🌀One where SHE can show you the beauty in her being.
We as humans do not often see reason to protect or even care about something, if it does not reach our emotional side.
And in a world of such grief, this part of us of us is already greatly overwhelmed and weighted with pain.

So, on this World Manta Day, instead of resting in the looming figures and statistics - let the light of the manta shine into your heart. 🌺🤍🌈
Let her love of play encourage you to find how you best express yourself with ease. Let her unique markings inspire you to embrace your own and create beauty with your divinity. Let the strength of her body teach you the power in yours. Let her connection to the ocean and her community be a reminder nourishment around us.
The way forward for this species is love, for you and them.
Allow her to show you how to reconnect 🤍🌀

P.S u don’t have to meet one (I haven’t)
For now she is with me as a carving around my neck but one day will be with me on my skin. As she was after a very difficult surgery last year, where she formed in the blood from my wounds.

#mantarays

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These are our clients. 🦈🐟🐋
From the smallest fish to the largest whales, every marine animal plays a vital role in maintaining the health of the ocean ecosystem-system. An eco-system we depend on for our own survival. These amazing marine animals are the driving force behind all of our campaigns. They inspire us to keep fighting for their protection 💙🌊 Head to the link in our bio to learn more about how our current campaigns are protecting these amazing animals 🐋🌊

🎥 : Kogia / Karin Ilya / Daniel Thomas Browne / Scott Robert / Nessim Stevenson / Jono Allen / Sea Shepherd
Cover image : Zoe Lower

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