CEO - SOuth COast Seaweed

 My name is James Thomas, and I am a proud Yuin man and the eldest grandson of Guboo Ted Thomas and Anne Thomas, respected Tribal Elders of the Yuin Nation. My roots run deep in this saltwater Country, the coastline of the South Coast of New South Wales , where my ancestors have lived in balance with the sea for countless generations.

Together with my wife, we founded this initiative to reconnect with culture and help build a sustainable future for our marine environments and our people. For us, it's about more than seaweed, it's about restoring Indigenous aquaculture as a living practice that strengthens marine habitats, supports biodiversity, and revives cultural knowledge.

We are committed to reviving traditional practices, researching old ways, and sharing what we learn with others, so that this knowledge continues to live, grow, and benefit generations to come.