Untouched reefs cop record bleaching in intense heat
It could take up to 15 years for coral reefs off Australia's western coastline to fully recover from the worst bleaching event on record for the region.
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Ambitious emission targets best shot at saving the reef
"Deeper and faster" emissions reductions are key to preserving the Great Barrier Reef, a report says, as the federal government prepares its new 2035 targets.
Tourist mecca fighting to turn tide on Mother Nature
The Gold Coast could be pushing sand uphill as it works to restore beaches eroded by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Six killed as sub with Russian tourists sinks off Egypt
Egyptian officials say six people have died after a tourist submarine sank in the Red Sea destination of Hurghada.
‘Smug’ energy attitudes holding Australia back: pioneer
An Australian offshore wind pioneer urges less politics and more investment in a nation that's been "smug" about energy for far too long.
Safe but shocked: rescued sailors arrive on dry land
The expedition leader of an inflatable boat attacked by sharks in the Coral Sea has told his tale after arriving on dry land.
Aussies won’t end trip after ‘terrifying’ ordeal at sea
Rescuers let out a cheer when they found three Australians who spent two nights adrift at sea after a boat capsized during bad weather in Indonesia.
Whale rescues spark calls to remove shark nets
Environmental groups have renewed their calls to remove shark nets during whale migration season after two humpbacks became entangled off the Queensland coast.
Great Barrier Reef water quality monitoring to reduce pollution run-off
The University of Queensland has received funding for a $3.1 million program to monitor and improve Great Barrier Reef water quality.
Blue octocoral unique to Sunshine Coast
Further examination of bright blue octocorals found on Queensland's Sunshine Coast has found they are a separate species unique to the area.