Partners

The Reef Authority works with a range of partners to protect the Reef and build Reef Resilience. We work with Traditional Owners on critical conservation projects, we’re culling crown-of-thorns starfish to improve coral cover and working closely with the tourism industry on monitoring and reef health projects.

Aerial photograph of the Great Barrier Reef and deep ocean – © Commonwealth of Australia – (Reef Authority) - Photographer: Johnny Gaskell

Government agencies

Many agencies and organisations, including both Australian and Queensland government contribute to the protection and management of the Great Barrier Reef.

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Exploring the shallow lagoons of the Reef

Tourism

The marine tourism industry is a key partner in the protection and management of the Great Barrier Reef, showcasing the Reef's natural values and biodiversity.

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Mandubarra TUMRA - Commonwealth of Australia (Reef Authority)

Traditional Owners

The Reef Authority works with First Nations people and acknowledges the continuing Sea Country management and custodianship of the Reef.

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Clown Anemone Fish in the Cairns region

Great Barrier Reef Foundation

The Great Barrier Reef Foundation is a key charity dedicated to protecting the Great Barrier Reef, with a focus is on resilience, restoration and innovation.

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Master Reef Guide experience Whitsundays

Master Reef Guides

The Master Reef Guide Program is delivered by the Reef Authority, Association of Marine Park Tourism Operators and Tourism and Events Queensland.

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Commercial fishing operator in the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park – Australia - © Tourism and Events Queensland

Commercial fishing industry

Commercial fishing is the largest extractive activity in the Marine Park and an important contributor to Australia’s seafood industry.

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