In this video, Ocean Protect’s Kenza Benyaich and Brad Dalrymple inspects a Filterra bioscape at Purga, Queensland.  This 296 square metre bioscape was installed in January/ February 2025 – and, in this video, Kenza and Brad show how flow is distributed across the Filterra® bioretention via “bubble-up” inlets. https://youtu.be/iZOE3HoemQE To find out more about Filterra®, please head to the link below or contact us via enquiries@oceanprotect.com.au. Check out Filterra®

A high school in Melbourne’s inner north required an underground detention solution that could maximise available space while supporting a trafficable area above. Read on to learn how the Ocean Protect UrbanPond™ precast concrete storage system met project requirements. The Challenge With limited space available, the project required a below-ground solution that could withstand site demands while providing the required storage volume. The installation process also needed to be efficient to minimise disruption on site. The Solution Just four modules

A proposed warehouse and office development in Melbourne required an effective stormwater treatment solution across multiple areas of the site. To meet the site’s water quality requirements, four OceanSave® gross pollutant traps (GPTs) were supplied, delivering reliable pre-treatment while providing a flexible and efficient installation solution. The Challenge The selected solution needed to provide effective removal of litter, sediment and other gross pollutants while accommodating varying flow requirements across the site. With different catchment sizes and pipe configurations, flexibility in system design

Learn more about key changes in the latest version. The PFAS National Environmental Management Plan (PFAS NEMP) is Australia’s national guide for managing Per- and Poly-Fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination in the environment, and a new version (version 3.1) of the PFAS NEMP has been released. This version incorporates the updated Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG) for PFAS as proposed by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) in June 2025. One key change in v3.1 is the PFOS target for 99% protection of freshwater and

In this video, Ocean Protect’s Brad Dalrymple inspects a Filterra® bioscape at Purga, Queensland. This 192 square metre bioscape was installed in January/February 2025 – and, in this video, Brad discusses the benefits of utilising mulch within the Filterra® bioscape. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ReXwLJvPhu8 To find out more about Filterra®, please head to the link below or contact us via enquiries@oceanprotect.com.au. Check out Filterra®

A new load of UrbanPond™ SUPP18 on-site detention systems and StormFilters® have left Ocean Protect’s Queensland HQ, bound for their new home in Richlands. Whether you’re after a treatment train solution, reliable on-site detention, or perhaps both, our team is ready to help. Get in touch with us via the link below to find out how Ocean Protect can work with you on your next project. To find out more about UrbanPond™, please head to the links below or contact us via enquiries@oceanprotect.com.au. Check out UrbanPond™

Microplastics Found in Every NSW Waterway in Landmark Study The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has undertaken and published a broadscale microplastic assessment of 120 coastal waterways in the state. The report found microplastics in every waterway studied, with the highest concentrations recorded in urban environments. Microplastics pose a serious threat to marine life, the environment, and human life. This study establishes a baseline understanding of the microplastic pollution levels in NSW coastal waterways and provides a gateway to understanding the sources, the impacts,

At a client site, Ocean Protect’s Principal Environmental Engineer, Brad Dalrymple, walks through the stormwater treatment train installed to treat urban runoff before it enters Toongabbie Creek — and ultimately the Parramatta River and Sydney Harbour. Featuring a combination of OceanGuard® gully pit baskets and StormFilter® cartridges, this system captures hard rubbish and dissolved pollutants at multiple stages to protect downstream waterways — working optimally even in a constrained site. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TutHMUhbAnY To find out more about OceanGuard® or StormFilter®, please head to

The most comprehensive review of microplastic pollution across NSW shorelines to date. A report from the Australian Microplastic Assessment Project (AUSMAP) reveals that microplastic pollution in Sydney’s waterways has tripled over the past three years. Analysis of 546 shoreline surveys across New South Wales found an average of around 1,000 microplastic pieces per square metre between 2022 and 2025, up from 300 in the previous three-year period. The report identifies polystyrene foam and hard plastic fragments as the primary pollutants, largely originating from

A car dealership in the process of upgrading presented a clear stormwater management challenge: the site needed systems that could handle water quality treatment and water storage for reuse, all within a tight delivery window. Ocean Protect delivered a complete solution across these requirements. The Challenge Car dealerships generate a specific type of stormwater pollution risk. Wash bays, forecourts, and hardstand areas produce runoff carrying pollutants that must be treated before leaving the site. Together, these demands made a robust,

A large-scale residential subdivision in Melrose Park North is shaping up to be one of Sydney’s most significant urban renewal projects. The project will transform an entire city block into a mixed-use precinct, complete with apartments, retail, dining, and direct access to the Parramatta Light Rail. With development of this scale comes a substantial stormwater management challenge, and that’s where OceanSave® GPT came in. The Challenge The precinct presented the kind of runoff complexity that demands a layered treatment approach.

Not every stormwater project fits a standard solution. When a new installation in Donnybrook, VIC called for a gross pollutant trap with indirect screening technology, it was clear from the outset that the design would need to be purpose-built for the conditions on site. The Challenge The GPT had to carry a W80 live load. This meant that the solution needed to be rigid, robust, and engineered specifically for the demands of this project. The Solution Ocean Protect designed two

When the brief called for three separate UrbanPond™ systems — an 8 Module, a 13 Module, and a 3 Module — to be installed across a single site, it was clear from the outset that meticulous planning would be the difference between a smooth day on site and a costly one. The Challenge Coordinating the installation of three systems at once meant every moving part had to be perfectly aligned. Crane lift times needed to be scheduled around site access

In this video, Ocean Protect’s Brad Dalrymple inspects a  Filterra® bioscape at Burpengary, QLD. This 187 square metre bioscape was installed only a few days earlier. Brad discusses the turn-key approach applied for Filterra® bioretention. To find out more about Filterra® bioretention, please head to oceanprotect.com.au/filterra or contact us via enquiries@oceanprotect.com.au. Check out Filterra®

In this video, Ocean Protect’s Brad Dalrymple inspects a Filterra® bioscape in Sydney, NSW. This 990 square metre bioscape was installed in May 2025 – and is the biggest Filterra® bioscape in the world. To find out more about Filterra® bioretention, please head to oceanprotect.com.au/filterra or contact us via enquiries@oceanprotect.com.au. Check out Filterra®

In this video, Ocean Protect’s Brad Dalrymple inspects a Filterra® bioscape at Purga, Queensland. This 298 square metre bioscape was installed in February 2025 – and, in this video, Brad discusses the benefits of configuring Filterra® bioscapes to be “off-line”. https://youtu.be/jCkScsBzxAs?si=4TcitPwoCtzCo7Tj To find out more about Filterra® bioretention, please head to oceanprotect.com.au/filterra or contact us via enquiries@oceanprotect.com.au. Check out Filterra®

Following a successful week in Tasmania, we’re looking back on the Devonport and Hobart Stormwater Symposiums, which took place on Tuesday, 12 May 2026 and Thursday, 14 May 2026 respectively. With insights from local and interstate experts, extended Q&A sessions, and lively panel discussions, both events focused on ways to improve stormwater management and ultimately waterway and community health. Devonport Symposium The day opened with a localised examination of urban stormwater impacts and their implications for the Derwent Estuary, followed

As part of a new residential development in Littlehampton, South Australia, a feature lake was proposed to enhance site amenity and urban cooling. While protecting the long-term health of the lake was a priority for the developer, maintaining downstream water quality was equally important. Drawing on our expertise, we delivered an innovative dual-action solution: stormwater treatment that achieves pollutant load removal targets and protects the water quality of the lake. Read on to find out how these objectives were achieved.   The Challenge The new development project needed to achieve Council stormwater pollutant load removal targets while protecting the lake from water quality issues.   

Across two very different projects, a school redevelopment and a multi-dwelling project, the priority was the same: deliver an effective stormwater treatment solution that could be installed quickly using available site equipment. The Challenge At the first site, installation needed to be completed using a 5-tonne excavator already on site, with no access to larger machinery. At the second site, the focus was on hitting treatment targets within a multi-dwelling development. In both cases, bringing in cranes or specialised equipment

Split-image comparison of the world’s largest Filterra bioretention system: the top half shows the newly installed system in May 2025 with freshly planted vegetation and bare mulch, while the bottom half shows the same system in March 2026, showing plant growth. With a total filter area of 990m2, this Filterra® bioretention in Sydney is officially the biggest on the planet. The nature-based treatment system was installed between February and May 2025. Whilst the Filterra® bioretention system is big, a traditional bioretention basin

Featured in the photo: Phoenix Goozée, Sales Manager, Victoria When time is tight and access is limited on-site, responsiveness matters, but years of experience are what get the job done. On this job, our Victorian team, particularly our Southern Region Manager Damien Egan, leveraged decades of hands-on experience to turn a Jellyfish® 900 system around in a matter of days — manufacturing, dispatching, and delivering it to site within the same week. The Challenge The site itself presented practical constraints. The treatment

When site constraints make conventional solutions unworkable, smart design becomes crucial. That was the case for a project in Zillmere, Queensland, where Ocean Protect delivered its first custom-designed precast concrete vault in the state — a faster, more cost-effective alternative to an in-situ build. This vault will house 23 StormFilter® PSorb cartridges.  The Challenge The project was originally specified with an in-situ constructed tank. However, as discussions progressed, it became clear that the design would be difficult to deliver on site.

The Zero Litter to the Bay by 2030 initiative is now underway following its January 6th media launch. The Queensland State Government recently announced that applications for $35 million in funding under the “Zero Litter to the Bay” policy are now open – with applications closing 31st March. Up to $9.5 million is available for Brisbane, Redlands and Moreton Bay Councils and up to $2 million for Ipswich, Logan and Sunshine Coast Councils –  for a range of initiatives to better

A recent study by Harry Maher (Water Engineer at Optimal Stormwater) has compiled and reviewed ‘real world’ installation, maintenance and rectification costs for bioretention systems across multiple Australian jurisdictions.  The study indicates that installation, maintenance and rectification costs for bioretention systems in Australia are significantly higher than that provided in previously published industry guidance. The study provides unit cost rates for bioretention systems in Australia (based on the study data) to support more informed decision-making across the stormwater industry. The

Ocean Protect is excited to our announce that our award-wining Stormwater Fundamentals Series will return in 2026 – for its third consecutive year. Once again, each month during 2026, we are hosting free lunchtime sessions focused on the fundamentals of urban stormwater design, with presentations and an interactive Q&A with attendees.  Sessions will be presented by industry experts from Quilty Engineering Hub, Optimal Stormwater Pty Ltd and Ocean Protect. Registrants can attend any, or all, sessions, with CPD certificates available to attendees.  View each webinar topic

Wishing you a season filled with joy and continued success in the new year. Happy Holidays from Ocean Protect! As we take a moment to recharge and return refreshed for the new year’s tides, please note our holiday closure period. Our offices will be closed from Monday, 22 December 2025 until Friday, 9 January 2026. For urgent matters during this period, please leave a message on 1300 354 722 or contact enquiries@oceanprotect.com.au, and a member of our team will try to get back

🌊 We made waves together this year As we wrap up another big year, we’re reflecting on the many ways we’ve worked together to keep our waterways healthy and thriving. Our work wouldn’t be possible without the partners and customers that have helped us create lasting, meaningful impact across communities. Together, we’ve delivered several significant milestones that have strengthened our mission, including: Over 80,000 stormwater treatment assets now installed across Australia, which prevented more than 4.5 tonnes of pollution from entering our

At the recent Microplastics in Focus conference, Ocean Protect’s Daniel Rider and UNSW’s Dr Sanjith Udayakumar presented on the initial findings from their collaborative scientific study of microplastics in urban stormwater across different land uses in Western Sydney. We are pleased to share that Ocean Protect and UNSW have been awarded the Best Researcher Presentation award for this presentation. The study is looking at stormwater pollution from OceanGuard® baskets from different land uses over a 12-month period to understand the characteristics and abundance of

Ocean Protect is honoured to share that we were recently recognised in the 2025 Stormwater Queensland Awards for Excellence. These awards encourage and honour excellence in the innovation, development, completion and management of stormwater projects, and the people involved. Here’s a look at the awards we took home and a few happy snaps from the day.  Category Name of the Project/Nominee Outcome Associated Organisation(s) Excellence in Policy & Education Stormwater Fundamentals Series Winner Ocean Protect Early Stormwater Professional of the Year Daniel Rider, WSUD Specialist, at Ocean Protect Winner

Ocean Protect is proud to announce a landmark 3-year stadium naming rights partnership with the Cronulla Sharks. From 2026, the Sharks’ home ground in Sutherland Shire will officially be known as Ocean Protect Stadium. This partnership is a natural fit given our commitment to safeguarding Australia’s coastal environments, including the iconic shores that are central to the Sharks community. It is also a full-circle moment for Ocean Protect. “I’ve been a lifelong Sharks supporter, growing up in Sutherland Shire and playing in the junior rugby league

In this video, Ocean Protect’s Nathan Raco inspects a Filterra® bioscape at Ingleburn, NSW. This 290 square metre bioscape was installed in May 2023. Nathan discusses why and how the Filterra® bioretention system is kept ‘off-line’ whilst the upstream catchment is under construction. To find out more about Filterra® bioretention, please head to oceanprotect.com.au/filterra or contact us via enquiries@oceanprotect.com.au. Check out Filterra®

Recognition in any form is meaningful and appreciated, but when it arrives all at once and on a huge platform, it feels almost surreal. It’s both a moment of pride and a reminder of what keeps us grounded – the purpose behind our work and the people who make it possible.   Ocean Protect is honoured to share that we were recently recognised in several categories of the Stormwater NSW Awards for Excellence, held at Franc.2025, which took place on

Ocean Protect is pleased to announce that our Melbourne office has moved to a new location. Our new address is: 72-76 Thomas Murrell Crescent Dandenong South VIC 3175 Our new Melbourne facility increases our manufacturing and storage capacity across our range of products, including cutting-edge technologies like the UrbanPond™, our modular detention system. This new facility allows us to reduce lead times and simplify logistics. As always, we have our standard products like the OceanGuard® available off the shelf — just give

In this video, Ocean Protect’s Brad Dalrymple describes the installation of a Filterra® bioscape at Hervey Bay, Queensland. The bioscape was installed that same day, and is the first Filterra® bioretention system on the Fraser Coast. To find out more about Filterra® bioretention, please head to oceanprotect.com.au/filterra or contact us via enquiries@oceanprotect.com.au. Check out Filterra®

Our recent OceanSave® installation is protecting platypus from toxic litter in Hobart’s rivulet system. We’re proud to see one of our OceanSave® gross pollutant traps installed at McRobies Gully, Hobart, as part of the city council’s project to protect the Hobart Rivulet and its much-loved platypus. Our solution is designed to capture nearly 10 cubic metres of litter — around ten times the capacity of ‘sock on pipe’ systems. This helps stop harmful debris that would otherwise wash into the rivulet and pose a threat to

We’re looking back on Bioretention Unfiltered – Western Sydney, which took place on Wednesday, 13 August 2025. From lively discussions to hands-on bioretention system inspections, the day was filled with practical yet thought– (and debate) provoking insights aimed at building more resilient and functional water-sensitive urban environments. We were thrilled to welcome 70 attendees, representing more than 27 organisations across Sydney, with some even flying in from New Zealand. From councils to consultants, the room was filled with a diverse

In this video, Ocean Protect’s Brad Dalrymple inspects two (2) Filterra bioscapes at Baringa, Queensland. Both Filterra bioscapes have a filter area of twelve square metres, and were installed nearly five (5) years earlier. To find out more about Filterra bioretention, please head to oceanprotect.com.au/filterra or contact us via enquiries@oceanprotect.com.au. Check out Filterra®

Ocean Protect is pleased to announce that our Queensland office has moved to a new location. Our new address is: 13/63 Burnside Rd Stapylton QLD 4207 Our new Queensland facility lets us manufacture precast detention and filtration systems locally, reducing lead times and simplifying logistics. This enables us to scale up the production for some of our cutting-edge technologies like the UrbanPond™, our modular detention system, the OceanSave®, our next-generation GPT solution, and our high-performance filtration solutions like the StormFilter® and Jellyfish® Filter. We request you to direct all your

Ocean Protect’s Brad Dalrymple inspects a 12-square-metre Filterra bioretention system installed 14 months earlier in Oakey, Queensland. Brad describes the ‘turn key’ approach applied by Ocean Protect for Filterra bioretention systems.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BpN1GSD99MA To find out more about Filterra bioretention, please head to oceanprotect.com.au/filterra or contact us via enquiries@oceanprotect.com.au. Check out Filterra®