Ocean health ‘at tipping point’ as climate threat grows
As climate change threatens the health of Australia's oceans, the government is developing a plan that will attempt to bolster the biome's sustainability.
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Tropical underwater tryst: lustful sea cows calve it up
The dugong population in Queensland's far north is thriving in a stark contrast to further down the Sunshine State, a study reveals.
Water pollution slowing Barrier Reef’s coral recovery
Poor water quality is hampering the Great Barrier Reef's ability to recover from the impacts of climate change, with scientists demanding action.
Keeping reef off in-danger list sends ‘false message’
A decision not to include the Great Barrier Reef on a global list of in-danger sites is a case of "political convenience trumping science", an expert says.
World near fourth mass coral reef bleaching event: NOAA
Reef watchers are on high alert for a fourth global mass coral bleaching following months of record ocean heat fuelled by climate change and El Nino.
Study indicates climate change clock forward a decade
Research on a tiny sea sponge indicates the world has been warming faster and for longer than previously thought.
Floods after back-to-back cyclones damage iconic reef
Scientists say they are concerned about the impact back-to-back cyclones in north Queensland have had on the Great Barrier Reef.
Scientists map largest deep-sea coral reef to date
While researchers have known since the 1960s that some coral were present off the Atlantic, the reef's size remained a mystery until now.
New fish species discovered in Great Barrier Reef
A new species of fish has been discovered in the Great Barrier Reef and scientists are hoping to identify seven more unique marine creatures.
The battle to save Australia’s ultra rare grumpy fish
A grumpy looking Tasmanian fish with flashy Broadway features is the poster child for an extraordinary battle against extinction.
Frantic search for Titan sub continues, banging heard
There is about one day's worth of oxygen left on board the Titan sub which lost contact on a dive down to the tour the Titanic wreck with five people on board.
Little Qld station’s huge contribution to reef science
A research station on the Great Barrier Reef is celebrating its profound impact on global marine science, at a time when coral reefs are in the crosshairs.
‘Thylacine of the seas’ risks extinction, warn experts
Researchers are sounding the alarm over Tasmania's maugean skate, warning one extreme weather event could decimate its already-vulnerable population.
They breed ’em tough at Ningaloo as coral warms to task
Scientists at WA's World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef are breeding extra-tough coral capable of surviving climate change-induced mass bleaching events.
Researchers on the trail of deadly micro jellyfish
Scientists at Queensland's James Cook University have uncovered more clues towards solving the mystery of where juvenile Irukandji jellyfish live.
New funding to fight reef-eating starfish
The Great Barrier Reef Foundation aims to unleash robotics, genetics, DNA, pheromones and natural predators against the crown-of-thorns starfish.
Woman, boy stung by Irukandji jellyfish
A woman and boy have been stung by a deadly Irukandji jellyfish at a beach in far north Queensland.
Call for global research into reef fish
Climate change has had a massive impact on Australian reef fish populations, prompting scientists to call for a global approach to research.
Microplastics major problem for Great Barrier Reef
A three year study of plastic waste in the central Great Barrier Reef area has found there is a risk to marine organisms from plastic exposure.
Sydney’s new underwater invader
Marine scientists warn a subtropical coral species fleeing hotter waters in the north could thrive in Sydney's harbours, leaving locals in the lurch.
Carbon-sucking mud lures climate investors
Blue carbon projects could provide a win for Traditional Owners, biodiversity and corporates who need to satisfy climate-savvy customers and offset emissions.
Vast plant as old as pyramids found in WA
The world's largest plant has been found in Western Australia's Shark Bay, covering hundreds of square kilometres with scientists ageing it at 4500 years old.
Dead turtles suffering shell-eating disease wash up in Wide Bay area
Researchers are concerned about a rise in a mystery disease that eats away turtle shells since this year's devastating floods in Queensland.
Aquaculture key for feeding warming world
An Australian scientist has co-authored a study showing marine aquaculture will be vital for feeding people in a warming world.
Crocodiles change diet to land prey: study
Saltwater crocodiles have changed their diet from fish to pigs and it could be why their numbers have rapidly climbed in northern Australia, scientists say.
Sea drone to propel underwater research
An agile underwater drone guided by artificial intelligence is poised to revolutionise ocean research.
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Even ‘refuge’ reefs won’t survive 1.5C
Scientists have issued a dire new warning about coral reef losses even if the world manages to limit global warming to 1.5C.
Twiggy sets sights on ocean’s deep secrets
Scientists are determined to discover the deep dark secrets of the east Indian Ocean and they'll be doing it with Andrew 'Twiggy' Forrest's money.
Pristine coral reef found off Tahiti
A pristine, 3km-long reef of giant rose-shaped corals has been found by scientists off the coast of Tahiti.
Seafood protection plan ahead of bushfires
Federal Environment Minister Sussan Ley has launched a partnership she believes will protect seafood and marine environments from the impacts of bushfires.