It was Monet’s first time on Bay FM's Community Newsroom when she presented a passionate speech about climate change.

One of our beloved Bay FM listeners heard that speech and was inspired to get in touch with Monet to see if she was interested in starting a local youth group devoted to the environment, in particular the local marine environment.

You may have seen Monet Shortland when she recently appeared alongside local listener Simone Rosela on the front page of The Echo announcing the launch of such a group, called Ocean Voices.

Monet Shortland spoke  with Tuesday morning Belly host Rasela Torise, who introduced Monet to community radio two years ago.

PIC: Monet Shortland delivering speech on climate action on Community Newsroom (Mia Armitage)