Media Statement - World Heritage Committee decision on the Great Barrier Reef

The World Heritage Committee has considered the State of Conservation of the Great Barrier Reef at its 46th meeting in New Delhi, India, (21 – 31 July).

The World Heritage Committee has considered the State of Conservation of the Great Barrier Reef at its 46th meeting in New Delhi, India, (21 – 31 July).

Scientific Consensus Statement released

The Reef Authority commends the significance of the Scientific Consensus Statement released on 1st August, 2024, as one of the most comprehensive and rigorous reviews undertaken on Reef water quali

The Reef Authority commends the significance of the Scientific Consensus Statement released today as one of the most comprehensive and rigorous reviews undertaken on Reef water quality.

The recipe for Reef health with Richard Quincey

There’s a rumour, rife around Reef Authority offices, of a chilli mud crab recipe that rivals almost all others. But there’s a catch, literally and figuratively.

The Reef Authority’s General Manager of Marine Park Operations has dedicated over 30 years to safeguarding Queensland’s coastal environments.

From afar with Matthew Radburnd

Matthew Radburnd, a marine science educator, transitioned from a necessity-driven teaching career to pioneering one of Australia’s top marine programs. His love for the ocean, which began in Perth, has led him to inspire future Reef guardians at Newman Catholic College in Cairns.

Matthew Radburnd, a marine science educator, transitioned from a necessity-driven teaching career to pioneering one of Australia’s top marine programs.

Procurement and Tenders

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (the Authority) aims to deal with complaints in a fair, equitable and non-discriminatory way.

Procurement feedback guidelines

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (the Authority) aims to deal with complaints in a fair, equitable and non-discriminatory way.

Crown-of-thorns starfish project dashboard

The Crown-of-thorns starfish Control Program is led by the Reef Authority in collaboration with research and industry partners.

How we assess permit applications

Our assessment guidelines explain the general approach the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority uses when assessing applications for permission.

Research permits

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority recognises the important role that research contributes to our understanding of the Great Barrier Reef.