Trash to Treasure: Art from Ghost Nets

In Cape York, First Nations artists are turning ocean trash into stunning sculptures that honor culture and fight pollution. Using ghost nets, flip-flops, and other washed-up debris, they craft powerful artworks of sea creatures sacred to their people — like the shovelnose ray and barramundi. This isn’t just art; it’s activism, raising awareness about ocean waste while preserving heritage. Communities are actively collecting debris to fuel the movement, turning pollution into a profound statement of resilience and environmental stewardship. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e3a965593b1cf64c