Awards and recognitions

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority was recognised with the following regional, national and international awards.

Reef Authority Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority has had significant progress in our reconciliation journey since the implementation of the first Reflect RAP in 2019.

Reef Authority Signs International Statement on Climate Change and Biodiversity Loss

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority has joined with over 30 other protected area agencies around the world to sign a joint statement on climate change and biodiversity loss.

Statement: Long-Term Monitoring Program Annual Summary Report

The Australian Institute of Marine Science’s (AIMS) finding that hard coral cover has increased across all regions of the Great Barrier Reef is very welcome news.

Reef protection through world-leading management

The Australian Government’s $1.2 billion Reef protection package includes a $253 million investment in

Heritage

Commonwealth heritage places

Over the past 200 years, lighthouses have played a fundamental role in the settlement and development of Australia.

Great Barrier Reef Intergovernmental Agreement

The Great Barrier Reef Intergovernmental Agreement 2009, signed by the Prime Minister

Oceans

Climate change is the greatest threat to the Great Barrier Reef and coral reefs worldwide.