Reef Fish Data
A citizen science project is hoping to find out what fish are saying about the health of the reef
publications.
There’s many people and groups around the region working
to improve reef and waterway health. We think their work
should be celebrated. We’re committed to telling their
stories and hope that it sparks important conversations.
Making Mini Wetlands
Farm drains are being turned into mini wetlands and trialled as a system for removing nitrate from farm runoff.
Podcast S5E5. Bloomfield River Cod
Professor Mark Kennard was lucky enough to discover the Bloomfield River Cod while undertaking fish surveys as a research assistant in the early 90's.
Climate Action by Councils
Climate change is the greatest threat to the Great Barrier Reef and local councils are taking action
eDNA: Decoding Our Waterways
eDNA is an emerging science with mnay calling it a revolution in biology
Cattana Wetlands
Cattana Wetlands is a shining example of turning an urban landscape into a nature park
Podcast S5E4. Dugongs, Turtles & Seagrass
Dr Samantha Tol is well known for her research into turtle and dugong poo but it revealed fascinating insights into their relationship with seagrass.
Imidacloprid Runoff Drops
A new extension program has helped reduce insecticide levels in waterways
Podcast S5E3. Cane Farming by the Great Barrier Reef
The sugarcane industry is a backbone of the Wet Tropics rural economy but the industry operates close to two World Heritage Areas including the Great Barrier Reef.
