Join a vibrant community of coastal thinkers, doers, carers, and connectors for a dynamic one-day event dedicated to Western Australia’s changing coast. The Forum brings together diverse voices from across the state to share knowledge, stories, and practical solutions.

Highlights include:

Presentations from coastal and marine stewards from around WA
Insights from Traditional Owners, scientists, planners, coastal managers, volunteers, and community leaders
Practical coastal learning session in collaboration with WALGA and DPLH
Field tour: See collaborative coastal care in action at the Coogee Beach Community Dune Rehabilitation Project
A relaxed sundowner celebrating coastal excellence at the WA Coastal Awards

A must-attend event for anyone passionate about WA’s coastal future.

WESTERN AUSTRALIAN COASTAL AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE SUNDOWNER
5.30 - 7.30pm

At the Forum Sundowner, we’ll celebrate and recognise the people, projects, and partnerships making a real difference along WA’s coastline at the 2025 WA Coastal Awards for Excellence.
Book for the Sundowner only

TRAVEL SUBSIDIES

Available to all regional coastal and marine attendees.
Please contact wacmcn@gmail.com for further information.

COASTAL LEARNING SESSION

If you are attending the Coastal Learning Session an email for the online link shall be sent to you closer to the date.

DOWNLOAD PROGRAM

This event is led by the Western Australian Coastal & Marine Network (WACMN) in partnership with the WA Landcare Network (WALN) and Perth NRM and is proudly sponsored by Department of Planning Lands and Hertitage (DPLH), the WA State NRM Program and the WA Local Government Association.

*Please note if you are booking your seat early that the conference hours are subject to change - attendees will be notified in advance.

Contact the host of 2025 WA Coastal Forum: Communities, Coasts & Change