Protecting the Future of Our Coastal Ecosystems
About WA Environmental Trust
Established in 2023, the Western Australian Environmental Trust (WAET) is an independent, privately funded organisation committed to investigating and exposing environmental harm across the state’s fragile marine and coastal ecosystems.
At the heart of our mission is a deep concern for the vulnerable coral reefs and nearshore coastal environments that define Western Australia’s rich biodiversity and support local communities, fisheries, and tourism.
Current Investigations
The Trust is presently conducting a comprehensive investigation into alleged collusion between government and private sector actors that may be facilitating large-scale environmental degradation.
Specifically, WAET is examining:
- Two Western Australian state government departments
- Seventeen private corporations
Preliminary findings suggest coordinated actions that could be contributing to the systematic destruction of sensitive reef systems, including critical habitats for coral, sponge gardens, and associated marine species.
These actions, if substantiated, may constitute serious breaches of public trust, environmental regulations, and ethical responsibilities under both state and federal environmental frameworks.
Our Objectives
WAET seeks to:
- Uncover and document acts of environmental harm or regulatory failure
- Ensure public transparency around environmental approvals and industry activities
- Advocate for meaningful restoration and reparations where damage has occurred
- Support legislative and policy reform to better protect WA’s marine assets
Commitment to Independence
As a privately funded organisation, the Trust maintains strict independence from government, industry, and political influence. Our work is driven by a singular purpose: to uphold the integrity and resilience of Western Australia’s marine ecosystems.
How You Can Help
We invite individuals, scientists, community leaders, and whistleblowers to contact us with any relevant information or concerns. Environmental accountability begins with collective awareness.
📧 Contact: investigations@waenvironmenttrust.org.au
🔒 All correspondence is treated with confidentiality.