Clean up Australia was born in 1990 as a local community idea of cleaning Sydney Harbour which was affected by pollution and rubbish. Ian Kiernan described as an “average Australian bloke” started this environmental concern, which rapidly became a worldwide campaign. He is a passionate sailor, who achieved his dream of sailing through the ocean. In 1987 when he competed in the BOC challenge solo. After he has back in Sydney, he was determined to reverse the shocking damage to the sea caused by waste and pollution. That is how in 1989, Ian and Kim Mckay (his friend and later co-founder of clean up), launched clean up Sydney Harbour day. This was a massive success. It involved more than 40.000 enthusiastic volunteers who donated time and energy to make the Harbour spotless and more beautiful.
The next year, Clean up Australia was consolidated as an influential environment organisation which with the commitment of the community, government and business brought an effective solution to maintain our world safe, clean and green.
Currently Clean Up Australia appeals to 80 countries worldwide, interested in recycling solution and clean-up activities, similar to Australian model.
This is a remarkable example of how local, well-structured ideas can have a world appeal and being part of something that will change everyone’s mind. Being involved is an effortless task. Volunteers come from schools, local communities and businesses.
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