I write to object to the proposed Eden seaweed aquaculture development in Disaster Bay.

While I recognise the potential benefits of seaweed farming, this proposal raises significant ecological and community concerns that do not appear to be adequately addressed. Disaster Bay is a largely undisturbed marine environment adjacent to important conservation areas, and introducing a 200-hectare aquaculture operation risks irreversible impacts in a setting that is currently relatively pristine.

Of particular concern is the level of ecological uncertainty. As this would be the first commercial offshore kelp farm in NSW, there is limited evidence on long-term impacts at this scale. Risks to marine life, including entanglement, habitat disruption, and changes to local ecosystems, cannot be confidently ruled out. The installation of infrastructure such as anchors and lines also poses risks to benthic habitats and may alter marine biodiversity in ways that are not yet well understood. In this context, a precautionary approach is warranted.

The proposal also raises concerns for the local community. The area is valued for its natural character, low level of development, and recreational use, and the introduction of industrial infrastructure risks altering these qualities. The absence of intensive current use should not be interpreted as lack of value, but rather as an indication of its importance as an undeveloped natural environment.

For these reasons, I respectfully request that the proposal be refused, or at minimum subjected to a significantly more rigorous and precautionary assessment.

Sincerely,
Liam Graham

I believe that more research as to the long term impact of a new industry such as kelp farming must be undertaken - specifically to the environmental impact it would have on such a narrow waterway (Wonboyn Lake Entrance) as it impacts a huge industry of Oyster farmers, fishing and tourism. At the very least a visit from government officials to inspect the site and listen to the opinion of the local community,

I don't want anything to negatively impact on the marine life. Leave the animals and environment alone.

Please see attached LoS

I would like to submit my rejection to stop 'Eden 1' an industrialised size monoculture kelp farm proposed for Disaster Bay, Southern Sapphire Coast, NSW.

Experts have read every word of the AusKelp Eden 1 Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). Scientists, Marine Economists and Community Leaders have written their responses. Collated together these objection submissions should have presented enough evidence to effectively to stop any projects like this in its tracks where the health and well being of DISASTER BAY and its inhabitants are at the CENTRE of the debate.
This special place is so important. Anything like this should not be put in the ocean to upset the fragile balance of nature. Especially anywhere near whale migratory paths.

My legacy for my children and grandchildren will be that I left no stone unturned in my bid to protect Disaster Bay which provides so many with immeasurable joy and solace.

Government officials simply can not make decisions about sacred places like this without first travelling to experience Disaster Bay for themselves. Surely, at the very least, Disaster Bay, the LAST Coastal Wilderness in NSW, deserves that.
I implore you to NOT APPROVE this project.
Kristy

I am against this commercial adventure in one of Australia's pristine and unique areas on the South Coast of NSW and Australia.
We have owned a family home in Wonboyn for 20+ years and the reason we bought here was the amazing wilderness and unspoit beauty to experience and show our kids. We have also opened our home to holiday seekers to experience the same beauty and nature sanctuaries that we have experienced to all their amazement.
This is an area I feel strongly we must keep in its original state for everyone to appreciate with it's pristine and deserted beaches aswell as beautiful National park and wildlife refuge.
The last thing we need if for a local property owner in Wonboyn benefiting and destroying this Sanctuary for his own gain.
There's plenty places to set up elsewhere on the coast that already have resources in place that he could use and benefit from.