Whale shark sightings surge on the Great Barrier Reef

Reef Authority experts are calling on citizen scientists to help unlock the mystery of the whale sharks of the Coral Sea.

In the last four months alone, eight sightings of whale sharks have been recorded in the Great Barrier Reef – an unusually high frequency for this period.

Our Board

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority reports to the Minister responsible for the Environment.

Zoning maps

Before visiting the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, make sure you’re familiar with the zoning rules.

Raine Island rescues, relocations and recovery

Thousands of turtles have been counted, rescued, tagged or relocated in the latest scientific voyage to Raine Island.

Thousands of turtles have been counted, rescued, tagged or relocated in the latest scientific voyage to Raine Island.

Report an incident

You can help protect the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park by reporting incidents and suspected offences you have witnessed.

Choosing a high standard tourism operation

If you are looking to choose a tourism operator for your trip to the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, consider selecting a High Standard Tourism Operator who operates in an ecologically sustainable

Restoring Reef Islands

The Reef Authority is rejuvenating Pine Islet in the Percy Isles group with efforts underway to remove long-dilapidated buildings and return it to its natural state.

The Reef Authority is rejuvenating Pine Islet in the Percy Isles group with efforts underway to remove long-dilapidated buildings and return it to its natural state.

Great Barrier Reef Traditional Owners

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority acknowledges the continuing Sea Country management and custodianship of the Great Barrier Reef by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Traditional Owne

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