MORETON Bay oyster farmers will give back to the environment when they lead a clean up at North Stradbroke Island on Thursday.
It is part of an industry-led event called Tide to Tip, which sees oyster growers pitch in to remove rubbish from estuaries in certain parts of the country.
Last year's inaugural clean-up saw more than 250 people from 19 regions in Queensland and New South Wales pitch in to remove about 12 tonnes of marine waste.
Moreton Bay oyster farmers will descend on the north-east foreshore of North Stradbroke Island for Thursday's local clean up.
A summary of the waste found during the mission will be documented and analysed by the Australian Marine Debris Database.
Local oyster farmer and chair of the Queensland Oyster Growers Association Tim Prowse said oysters played a vital role in cleaning waterways and were a natural barometer for river health.
"We are pleased to be part of the coordinated effort by oyster growers across Australia to help clean up our waterways," he said.
"Our Queensland industry plays a significant role in managing oyster populations, thus contributing to the care of our pristine waterways, including Moreton Bay.
"Large amounts of rubbish wash up and accumulate in the mangroves, so this is a timely initiative enabling positive, collaborative action for the removal of such rubbish.
"Not only on this day, but into the future we are committed to ongoing positive action which ultimately benefits the entire community".
Tide to Tip allows oyster farmers to help Australian waters remain healthy for future generations.
OceanWatch Australia organise the event and are partnered by Redland City Council and Clean-up Australia.
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