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A Reef Managers Guide to Coral Bleaching provides science-based guidance on ways reef managers can support coral reefs to survive and recover from bleaching events.

Climate Change on the Great Barrier Reef

	The changing climate Observations show climate change is already affecting the earth's climate. Scientists confidently predict that further climate change is expected in the future. Find out more about these climate predictions.

	Climate change is impacting the reef The Great Barrier Reef ecosystem is highly vulnerable to climate change and impacts are already being observed on plants, animals and habitats. Find out more about how climate change impacts the reef.

	The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority is taking action The Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority in partnership with the Australian Greenhouse Office has established the Climate Change Response Programme to address the threat of climate change to the Great Barrier Reef. Find out more.

	You can make a difference Businesses and individuals can reduce greenhouse gas emissions with the choices they make. Find out what you can do.

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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.
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.