Our Partners

Traditional Owner connections to sea country

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are the Traditional Owners of the Great Barrier Reef Region and their connection dates back over 60,000 years.

A reef slope covered in soft and encrusting corals

Reef Guardians

Reef Guardian schools, councils, farmers and fishers are working together today for a healthier Reef tomorrow.

Tourism partners

The marine tourism industry is a key partner in the protection and management of the Great Barrier Reef.

Local Marine Advisory Committees

We're advised on management issues about the Marine Park at a local level by voluntary community-based committees.

Partially bleached Acropora corals on reef at Mile Island

Queensland Government agencies

The Marine Park is jointly managed by the Australian and Queensland Governments to ensure this natural wonder is protected for the future.

Free Zoning Maps

If you're heading out on the water, don't forget your free Zoning Map so you know where you can go and what you can do.
Whale of a time

The Great Barrier Reef is a hive of activity. If you're lucky enough to see a humpback whale from May to September, make sure you keep a safe distance.
Important milestone

We're delighted to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park's World Heritage listing.
Visit the Reef

Visit our Great Barrier Reef and discover its amazing plants, animals and habitats. There are a range of tourism experiences on offer.
What you can do

Everyone has a role to play in protecting our Great Barrier Reef. Find out what you can do to help protect this Great Australian icon.
Report marine strandings

If you see sick, dead or stranded marine animals please call RSPCA QLD 1300 ANIMAL
(1300 264 625)
Climate Change and the Great Barrier Reef

A Vulnerability Assessment: of the issues that could have far-reaching consequences for the Great Barrier Reef.