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'Manta Ray' Image by Andre Kaim

MANTA RAYS: 10 FASCINATING FACTS YOU NEED TO KNOW

Beneath the surface of the world’s oceans lies a realm of captivating marine life, and among the most majestic inhabitants are the enigmatic manta rays. With their graceful movements and distinctive appearance, these gentle giants have long fascinated scientists and ocean enthusiasts alike. Lets jump in and uncover 10 fascinating facts about the mesmerising manta ray.

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'Manta Ray Dance' by Andre Rerekura and Anouska Freedman for Ocean Film Festival 2024

MANTA RAY ‘DANCE’ CHOSEN AS THE 2024 OCEAN FILM FESTIVAL TOUR IMAGE

In the depths of the ocean, where mysteries abound and life takes on surreal forms, there exists a creature that embodies elegance, intelligence, and sheer grace – the Manta Ray. These majestic beings, often likened to flowing cloaks in the water, have captured the fascination of marine enthusiasts and scientists alike. Today, we unveil the

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TURTLE RESILIENCE: JENNIFER GILBERT’S 23- YEAR JOURNEY TO SAVE ENDANGERED SEA TURTLES IN CAIRNS

Jennifer Gilbert is a woman on a mission to save turtles! She is the co-founder of the Cairns Turtle Rehabilitation Centre (CTRC) in Queensland, Australia, which has been helping to save sick and injured turtles for the last 23 years. Gilbert and her team of over 100 dedicated volunteers, including university students and overseas volunteers,

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RICHARD BARNES: THE FIRST PERSON TO KAYAK SOLO, UNSUPPORTED AND WITHOUT STOPS FROM AUSTRALIA TO NEW ZEALAND.

After 67 days and 1636 kilometres, 61-year-old Richard Barnes is the first person to kayak unsupported with no stops from Hobart, Tasmania to Riverton, New Zealand. Richard set off from Hobart on December 14 in his 10 metre self-built kayak named ‘Blue Moon,’ before arriving to be greeted by a crowd in Riverton on Saturday

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FIRST GLIMPSE OF NEW SIGNATURE IMAGE FOR OCEAN FILM FESTIVAL 2023

Imagine swimming with schools of fish in the great expansive ocean, diving in the world heritage Ningaloo Reef surrounded by whale sharks, manta rays and humpback whales. Or travelling the world experiencing nature at its finest with all it has to offer. How about travelling Australia and experiencing the vast landscapes of the outback to

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