Uber Launches Submarine Tours Of Great Barrier Reef

Bella Breakdown Uber may not be a favorite among its employees or in the stock market, but that’s not stopping the ride-share company from expanding its services. The world’s first scUber ride departs Heron Island on May 27 and will cost $1,500 per person. As part of the services, the passenger will dive down to a maximum of 30 meters, which is around the same levels reached by the most advanced scuba divers. They’ll also get a view of Australia’s most recognizable World Heritage Site in a battery-powered submarine. The ride will take one hour and will only operate...

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The Down Under Is Taking Down Plastic

Putting A Stop To Plastic Pollution Australian regions collectively approved a ban on the selling of single use plastic bags to help decrease the plastic pollution afflicting the ocean. The regions taking part in this plastic ban include the Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, ACT, and Tasmania. There are some regions that are not committing to the new policy including New South Wales and Victoria. Two of the biggest grocery chains, Woolsworth and Coles, have stopped offering their customers single-use bags but are offering alternative sustainable solutions. They offer solutions for their customers and encourage them to...

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