Reef Beat series

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority's Reef Beat education series encourages teachers and students to explore the amazing Great Barrier Reef, threats to the Reef, ways to protect the health

Resources and publications

We’ve developed a range of useful resources about the Great Barrier Reef and the Reef’s health and management that are suitable for a variety of interests — from school students studying the Great

Reef Authority roadmap to net zero by 2030

As Australia’s lead management agency for the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, the Reef Authority spearheads a global initiative to preserve and protect one of the world’s most iconic and diverse na

Coral and coral cover

The Great Barrier Reef is the largest and best-known coral reef ecosystem in the world and hosts thousands of species of hard and soft corals.

Recreational fishing activities

Fishing is one of the most popular recreational activities in Queensland and an important pastime on the Great Barrier Reef.

Reef Discovery Course

Coral spawning 101

Coral spawning is one of the Great Barrier Reef's most spectacular events, and the most significant event in the mass reproduction of corals.

Freedom of Information

We make a range of information available for public access. You can also formally request access under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (FOI Act) to documents we hold.

Emergency disposal of foreign fishing vessels

The presence of foreign fishing vessels has implications for preserving the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and managing its fisheries resources.