Extreme weather

Reefs at Risk virtual learning experience - program overview and outline

Using two rubber bands, Reef Authority Chief Scientist Dr Roger Beeden explains how resilience plays a part in the Great Barrier Reef's recovery from disturbance.

Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) Reef Trust has designed an excellent coral story map that provides a concise snapshot of Australia's world-leading efforts to help build resilient coral reefs.

The importance of catchments in the Cairns region are explained in this power point. It can be adapted to be used in other catchment areas along the GBR coast.

Catching a coral predator interview with Dr David Williamson

Incredibly moving video show casing Traditional owner and western science call for action to preserve turtle populations.

The Marine Park Authority’s Chief Scientist Dr David Wachenfeld gives us a coral bleaching 101 lesson, answering the top questions: What is coral? What is coral bleaching? What causes coral bleaching? Can bleached coral recover?

Climate change effects the world and the Great Barrier Reef. Video on the threat of climate change.

Poor water quality from land-based run-off is one of the biggest threats to the health and resilience of the Great Barrier Reef. All actions — big or small — are vital for the Reef’s future. Students can help the Reef recover from the legacy of past actions and be better able to withstand those predicted to threaten its future. This series aims to encourage students to learn about and care for their local environment, in turn contributing to the health of the Great Barrier Reef.