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Naming of reefs and undersea geographic features
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority, the Australian Hydrographic Office and the Queensland Department of Environment and Heritage Protection have an agreed process for naming reefs and oth
Coral predator outbreaks
There are several animals that naturally predate on corals. In sustainable numbers, these animals play a critical role in the Reef ecosystem.
Outlook Report 2024
Every five years, we publish an Outlook Report that examines the Great Barrier Reef’s health, pressures, and likely future.
Science for management
The Reef Authority has a long history of working collaboratively with science and knowledge providers and basing our management on the best available science.
Social Science for the Great Barrier Reef
Social science for the Great Barrier Reef is about understanding and managing people’s relationship with the Reef for the health of both the Reef and the people.
Reef 2050 Integrated Monitoring and Reporting Program
The Reef 2050 Long-Term Sustainability Plan (Reef 2050 Plan) was developed by the Australian and Queensland governments, together with its partners, including Traditional Owners, industry, scientis
Reef snapshot
The Reef snapshot: summer 2024-25 provides a summary of conditions on the Great Barrier Reef throughout summer, and how these conditions impact coral
Reef Blueprint
The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority is responsible for ensuring the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park — one of the world's greatest natural treasures — is protected for the future. The
Master Reef Guides - Townsville and the Whitsundays
There are four Master Reef Guides in the Townsville region and 27 in the Whitsundays region. Read the profiles for each Master Reef Guide.