ABOUT US
At Ocean Lovers Festival, our mission is to ignite hope for the ocean by sharing inspiring solutions and state-of-the-art technology that connect communities and drive positive action. We believe that expanding awareness and education is crucial to encouraging the behaviour change needed to reverse climate change’s impact on our blue planet.
Our vision is to turn ripples of action into waves of change. Through the power of entertainment, art, and science, we create engaging experiences that deepen people’s connection to the ocean and inspire meaningful, lasting impact. Ocean Lovers Festival serves as a platform for sharing innovative solutions and empowering everyone to make choices that protect our ocean and foster a sustainable future. Join us on this journey to make a difference—one ripple at a time.
The Ocean Lovers Festival taps into Australians love of ocean lifestyle with the largest dedicated ocean science and cultural celebration in Australia. Through a festival of Ideas, Art + Music and Actions, we set out to inspire and engage the community on ocean issues and provide hope by showcasing solutions and innovation that are improving the health of the ocean. Our accessible and interactive festival invites all-ages to dive into an informative and relaxed entertainment-rich environment, that harnesses the power of innovation, science, technology, art and entertainment to accelerate positive change for our blue planet.
FOUNDERS
About
ANITA KOLNI
Founder/Director
Festival Founder Anita hails from generations of ocean lovers with her father and uncle being world- class and Olympic sailors. She is a born communicator and networker, having worked on events such as the Cannes Film Festival, Monte Carlo Grand Prix and the ATP Tennis Tournament. Anita has a passion for bringing people together; a key to the festivals vision for ocean impact. She is fast becoming recognised as a global connector in the ocean sector for her campaign to bring hope for the ocean to the public.
About
CAROLYN GRANT
Co Founder / Director of Engagement
Carolyn is fellow Founder of the Festival. She has led an award-winning PR agency for 30 years, specialising in major events and festivals, tourism and the arts. She has played a founding role in establishing significant events in Sydney including Vivid Sydney and Sydney New Year’s Eve. Carolyn also brings a passion for the environment and the ocean as a life long sailor.
