On Sunday morning, thousands of Australians joined together nationally for a ‘Paddle Out’ to protest against the plans of the Norwegian Oil Company ‘Equinor’ from deep water oil-drilling in the Great Australian Bight.
In attendance at South Australia’s Victor Harbour was Mirning elder Bunna Lawrie, whose ancestors have looked after oceans and whales for 50,000 years. Lawrie says as a Traditional Land Owner, he does not want his home and traditions destroyed by pollution causing destruction to the land and sea.
Oil company Equinor recognises the views on exploration on the Bight and says they are committed to collaborating with Australian communities to develop the best plan.