Science & Environment
Breakdown: the state of the Great Barrier Reef in 2017
All the major bleaching events, reports and debates surrounding Australia’s most unique ecosystem, gathered into a comprehensive list.
Tag: Great Barrier Reef
Science & Environment
The corals of the Great Barrier Reef: illustrated
Three-quarters of the world’s 798 coral species can be found on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, and they come in a huge variety of shapes, sizes and colours.
News
Turtles of the Great Barrier Reef are ingesting dangerous chemicals
Researchers have found that coastal turtles are ingesting dangerous industrial and agricultural chemicals, posing yet another threat to Great Barrier Reef turtle populations.
News
There’s still hope for the world’s coral reefs
In the wake of the United State’s exit from the Paris climate deal, scientists say that we have to accept that coral reefs around the world are transforming rapidly and that effective reef governance is essential.
News
Natural laboratory shows how corals may be able to adapt to climate change
Researchers have discovered a lagoon system in New Caledonia which has provided a window into how corals may adapt to climate change, however they say this is so no supplement for being proactive in the face of climate change.
News
The number of baby dugongs in the Great Barrier Reef has increased
The 2011 Queensland floods devastated the dugong’s primary food source causing an increase in deaths by starvation. Since then, a number of initiatives on behalf of the government, interest groups and traditional owners have attempted to protect the species from extinction. After six years, we have some good news.
Oceans
Death by vinegar: New weapon against coral-eating starfish
Outbreaks of crown-of-thorns starfish can be reduced using household vinegar, as the new control technique becomes available across the Great Barrier Reef.
Nature & Wildlife
Great Barrier Reef: a ‘hopping hotspot’
The current bleaching of the Great Barrier Reef brings with it many reasons for grave concern – but, thankfully, species extinction isn’t one of them. Here’s why.
Destinations
Best ways to experience the Great Barrier Reef
Whether you wish to observe or dive in, there is a multitude of ways to experience the majesty of this natural living wonder. Are you adventurous and confident in the water? Or do you prefer to stay dry and observe? Discover some of your options in the lists below.
Science & Environment
Feeling helpless about the Great Barrier Reef? Here’s one way you can help
As the Great Barrier Reef suffers a second wave of mass bleaching, there is a way to get involved.