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The Great Barrier Reef is important to many coastal communities that depend on the reef for recreation and their livelihoods.
It is estimated that there are over 14 million recreational visits to the Marine Park by residents living within the Great Barrier Reef catchment every year, in addition to other visitors.
The Great Barrier Reef also supports a range of industries, resulting in more than 50,000 jobs.
Communities contribute to reef protection and management in a number of ways, including:
- Participating in Local Marine Advisory Committees
- Providing feedback through consultation processes
- Reporting incidents that occur out on the water
- Submitting feedback through our Sightings Network
- Following responsible reef practices out on the water.
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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.
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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.
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Important milestone
We're delighted to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park's World Heritage listing.
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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.
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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.
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Report marine strandings
If you see sick, dead or stranded marine animals please call RSPCA QLD 1300 ANIMAL
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Climate Change and the Great Barrier Reef
A Vulnerability Assessment: of the issues that could have far-reaching consequences for the Great Barrier Reef.
