Western Australia

Protecting Lives
in the Ocean.

A not-for-profit community organisation dedicated to ocean safety through
education, technology, first aid training and shark mitigation.

2017
Founded
6+
Partner Organisations
100%
Community Led
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Not-for-Profit

Born from
Tragedy.
Driven by Purpose.

Founded in 2017 by local waterman Mitch Capelli following the tragic death of teenager Laeticia Brouwer, Esperance Ocean Safety & Support is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to protecting ocean users from Great White Sharks through education, training, experience, technology and research.

Esperance has been, and continues to be, the site of many Great White Shark sightings, encounters and tragically, deaths. It is our goal to minimise these attacks and prioritise human life.

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Education

Shark information nights & community awareness programs

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Training

Specialised Waterman courses & annual First Aid training

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Experience

Drawing on years of local knowledge from fishermen and ocean users

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Research

Collaborative shark mitigation research with universities

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Technology

Implementing SMART drumlines and latest ocean safety tech

The Safest Ocean
Environment Possible

We support the collaborative work of research with experienced commercial fishermen and divers, developing a sustainable model for shark mitigation strategies. We engage local ocean users, implement the latest technology and educate first aid procedures, creating the safest environment for both humans and sharks in an ever-growing world.

๐ŸŒŠ Shark Mitigation
๐Ÿค Community Support
๐Ÿฅ First Aid
๐Ÿงฌ Research
๐Ÿ“ฑ Technology

Join the Community

Support ocean safety in Esperance. Choose an individual membership below, or scroll down for corporate sponsorship packages.

Most Popular
$50/yr

Gold Member

  • Trauma kit included
  • Educational video links
  • Voting rights
  • Discount codes
  • Newsletter & updates
Silver
$20/yr

Silver Member

  • Voting rights
  • Newsletter & updates
  • Community access
Free
Free

Bronze Member

  • Newsletter & updates
  • Community updates

Support the Community

Looking to give back to the community? Select your level, lock in your benefits, and help make a difference in Esperance.

Platinum
$995/yr

Platinum Sponsor

  • Support the community
  • Named as premier partner
  • Logo & backlink on website
  • Article opportunities
  • Events and activities
  • Social media mentions
Gold
$499/yr

Gold Sponsor

  • Support the community
  • Named as supporting partner
  • Logo & backlink on website
  • Article opportunities
  • Events and activities
Silver
$299/yr

Silver Sponsor

  • Support the community
  • Named as supporting partner
  • Logo & backlink on website
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The Committee

Passionate ocean people dedicated to keeping our community safe.

MC

Mitch Capelli

Founder & Chairman
Teacher and avid waterman. Founded EOSS in 2017.
DS

David Swan

Committee Member
Esperance VET and avid scuba diver.
MP

Marc Payne

Committee Member
SMART drumline contractor, abalone diver and Finding Salisbury founder.
SP

Shelley Payne

Secretary & Treasurer
Esperance Shire Councillor.
LA

Lesley Arnott

Committee Member
Research Officer, Office of Rick Wilson MP.
TI

Tom Innes

Committee Member
Surfer & Margaret River Board Riders founder.