Reef in Focus

Reef Q&A: 40 Years of watching the Reef – the world's longest running coral reef monitoring program

40 years, thousands of surveys and one extraordinary dataset. In this special episode of Reef in Focus, Lincoln Bertoli is joined by Mike Emslie from the Australian Insti

Reef Q&A: What is coral bleaching? Your Great Barrier Reef questions answered ft. Roger Beeden

Coral bleaching, tropical cyclones and flooding are placing increasing pressure on the Great Barrier Reef. But what do these impacts actually mean for the Reef, and how i

Reef Q&A: Why can't you fish in a green zone? Your Great Barrier Reef questions answered ft. Roger Beeden

Why can't you fish in a green zone? It's one of the most common questions the Reef Authority receives, and in this episode of Reef in Focus, we unpack the science behind

New beginnings: Reflecting on half a century of Reef management ft. Rod Williams

In this this episode of Reef in Focus, we’re stepping back in time to the earliest days of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park for an episode that’s been 50 years in the m

Sea Country connections: The Girringun TUMRA story ft. Jade Pryor

Caring for the Great Barrier Reef is strongest when marine science and Indigenous knowledge work side by side. For 20 years, Traditional Use of Marine Resources Agreement

Smooth operators: How tourism is turning the tide on Reef protection ft. Justin Bovery-Spencer

In this episode, we sit down with Justin Bovery-Spencer to explore how tourism is playing a powerful role in protecting the Great Barrier Reef. Justin explains how respon

The marine turtle's journey of prehistoric proportions ft. Dr Mark Read

We take a closer look at one of the ocean’s most iconic creatures - the green turtle. Join us as we explore the Great Barrier Reef Green Turtle Research Program’s Foragin

Hooked on sustainability ft. Rob Paxevanos

Join us for a conversation with Rob Paxevanos, author of Australian Fishing Basics and host of Fishing Australia, as we dive into what it means to fish smarter, not harde

Great Barrier Reef Aquarium redevelopment ft. Fred Nucifora

Since opening in 1987, the Great Barrier Reef Aquarium (formerly Reef HQ) has provided millions of people a chance to experience the magic and wonder of the Reef without

From protection to partnership: the Reef management journey ft. Dr Ian Poiner

In this special 50th anniversary episode, we take a look back, and forward at how the Great Barrier Reef has been cared for over the past five decades. Joining us is Dr

Saving the Great Barrier Reef: How a movement became a Marine Park ft. Rohan Lloyd

Protecting the Reef isn’t just about science. It’s about people, passion, and persistence. The fight to save the Reef started with everyday Australians who cared enough t

State of the Reef: Between two scientists ft. Dr David Wachenfeld and Dr Roger Beeden

The Great Barrier Reef has faced its share of challenges recently, from tropical cyclones to flood plumes and coral bleaching. In the season opener of Reef in Focus seaso

Scratching the surface on the Great Southern Plan ft. Ian Walker

Together with the Traditional Owner groups of the southern Great Barrier Reef, we have embarked on a new chapter in Marine Park management by developing a Southern Plan o

The origin of zoning ft. Josh Thomas

This year will mark 20 years of Marine Park Zoning, but did you know that that the history of zoning on the Great Barrier Reef actually dates back to the early 80s?   Re

The recipe for Reef health ft. Richard Quincey

Summer is a busy time on the Great Barrier Reef, with everyone from international tourists to recreational fishers heading out to enjoy the Marine Park. But how is the Re

Tinder for corals ft. Dr Jessica Stella

Coral spawning on the Great Barrer Reef is the most spectacular reproductive show on earth - and a must-see event for reef enthusiasts worldwide. But more than just a syn

From crocs to coral ft. Dr Mark Read

From tracking crocodiles around Cape York to managing a reef the size of Italy, Dr Mark Read is a lifelong wildlife fanatic and passionate protector of the Marine Park. I

Wanted dead or alive ft. Dr Roger Beeden

In episode 3 of Reef in Focus, we are joined by the Reef Authority's Chief Scientist, Dr Roger Beeden, to discuss the current health and state of the Reef. He explains wh

Catching a coral predator ft. Dr David Williamson

Crown-of-thorns starfish (COTS) are marine invertebrates native to the Great Barrier Reef. They feed exclusively on live coral and grow rapidly, producing millions of off

Biodiversity on the Reef ft. Fiona Merida

From tiny zooxanthellae to the giant clam, the Great Barrier Reef is known around the world for its incredible biodiversity. But what does the word 'biodiversity' actuall