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The origin of zoning with CEO Josh Thomas
July 2024 marks 20 years since the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Zoning Plan 2003 was legislated and became enforceable creating – at the time – the largest protected sea area anywhere in the world. Zoning is the cornerstone of all conservation and management activities undertaken by the Reef Authority and our partners. It serves as the Reef’s insurance policy, protection tool, and safety net, among other critical roles.
Entering his sixth year as CEO of the Reef Authority, Josh Thomas joined us on the Reef in Focus Podcast to discuss the origins and ongoing importance of zoning in protecting the Marine Park.
#LovetheReef highlights
Buoy, oh buoy
Did you know that the Great Barrier Reef has a system of public moorings and Reef protection markers? These colour-coded buoys are installed to safeguard the delicate habitats below. Most no-anchoring areas are marked by white pyramid-shaped buoys with a blue label. Keep an eye out for them next time you're in the Marine Park.
The Great Southern Plan
Reef Authority General Manager of Major Projects Ian Walker joins us to talk about the Southern Plan of Management, including what a plan of management means, how it will safeguard the Reef, who's involved, and what it means for Reef users. Ian explains how this plan aims to balance ecological, social, and economic values.
Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan released
We're proud to announce the recent release of our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan. Endorsed by Reconciliation Australia, this plan outlines our reconciliation vision and practical actions as part of our journey with First Nations peoples.
A Saltwater Sisterhood
Incredible women and their equally incredible stories have long been a cornerstone of the Traditional Use of Marine Resources Agreement (TUMRA) program. Through the Women’s Only Workshop, the voices of some of these incredible women came together to share their perspectives, experiences, and aspirations for future Sea Country management.
World Sea Turtle Day
The Reef Authority and Queensland Parks and Wildlife are working alongside Traditional Owners in the northern Great Barrier Reef and Torres Strait to help protect green turtle populations. Long-term tagging and monitoring of green turtles at their northern foraging grounds allows us to assess the health of the population. This five-year program aims to inform a range of management actions.
Jobs, and more jobs!
Managing a Reef roughly the size of Italy demands many skills and talents, so you don't have to be a marine biologist to contribute to our mission. From on-water roles to human resources and technology, we have a team almost as diverse as the ecosystem we protect. Find out what's currently on offer.
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.
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