Know your zones

It's important to know what zone you're in and what activities are allowed in each zone when you're out on the water.

Become a Master Reef Guide

Master Reef Guides are striving to be the world’s leading reef guides and interpreters sharing the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area. As reef ambassadors they impart up-to-

Groundbreaking turtle egg relocation offers hope in a changing climate

As the 2025–26 turtle nesting season begins across the Great Barrier Reef, new results from the world’s largest green turtle rookery are offering fresh hope for this threatened species.

As the 2025–26 turtle nesting season begins across the Great Barrier Reef, new results from the world’s largest green turtle rookery are offering fresh hope for this threatened species.

Boosting biodiversity and water quality on the Atherton Tablelands

On the Atherton Tablelands, a powerful partnership between local landholders, Mamu Traditional Owners, and Tablelands Regional Council is proving that on-farm action is key to improving water quali

On the Atherton Tablelands, a powerful partnership between local landholders, Mamu Traditional Owners, and Tablelands Regional Council is proving that on-farm action is key to improving water quali

Reef Guardian Councils

The Reef Guardian Council program showcases environmentally sustainable practices undertaken by councils in the Great Barrier Reef catchment. The program recognises the effective management an

Tourism visitation data

Tourism is a major industry along the Great Barrier Reef coastline and it contributes exponentially to both the Queensland and Australian economy.

Zoning maps

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

Employee census results

The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority (Reef Authority) welcomes the opportunity to participate in the census as it provides valuable insight into employee views about their work as well as h

Corporate Plan

The 2025–26 Corporate Plan is centred on protecting Reef resilience through modern marine park management and directing our resources to reduce the threats to the ecosystem.