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See the Reef. Love the Reef. Protect the Reef.
The Great Barrier Reef is a place that never ceases to amaze us. It is a place that resonates with everyone no matter where you are or who you are; a World Heritage location, known for its cultural and natural importance. At the Reef Authority we are proud to manage such an iconic location alongside its Traditional Owners. As a location that is larger than the size of Italy, we need your help to keep an eye on the Reef as we work to manage it for future generations. That's why we are encouraging everyone, everywhere to see the Reef, love the Reef and protect the Reef.
See the Reef
A master class in tourism
This week our Master Reef Guides are on Gunggandji Country - Fitzroy Island. They are engaging in workshops, training and mentoring by experts from a range of fields. What they learn here, they will take back to their High Standard Tourism Operators to help interpret the wonders of the World Heritage Area to the world and enrich your next visit to See the Reef.
Mum is that you?
A turtle hatchling was sighted following in the flipper-steps of a female turtle as they both made their way to ocean. This footage was captured by Ross Long Photo when exploring Wilson Island in the southern Great Barrier Reef. Magic moments like these happen when you See the Reef. Do you have a once in a lifetime sighting like this?
SeaWeek virtual learning
This SeaWeek, we are offering free virtual learning experiences all about the Great Barrier Reef. Learn about the animals of the Reef including corals, the various relationships different animals have with each other, and explore the simple actions that you can take to help protect the Reef. Questions are welcome throughout the sessions.
Love the Reef
Meet Anna
Anna thinks that she hit the jackpot when she found a career that combined her background in business management with her love of the Reef. We caught up with Anna to find out more about the work she does and how she sees the Reef, why she loves the Reef and how she protects it - not just at work but through her everyday life.
Y no chromosome?
The beaches of the Great Barrier Reef have been scattered with footprints of new life as turtle hatchlings make their dash to the ocean for the first time. Did you know that more and more turtles are hatching as females? Here at the Reef Authority, our team is keeping an eye on the population to find out why.
Protect the Reef
Work for the Reef Authority
Managing a Reef almost the size of Germany involves many moving parts behind the scenes. The Reef Authority currently has a number of vacancies open and are establishing merit pools for similar future vacancies. Check out the full list of opportunities on our website.
Going electric
Emissions caused by motor vehicles are one of the top contributors towards climate change, having knock on effects to the health of the Reef. The Reef Authority is pleased to announce that our staff now have the option of travelling emission free with the addition of new electric vehicles to our fleet.
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 Owners whose rich cultures, heritage values, enduring connections and shared efforts protect the Reef for future generations.
