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Great Barrier Reef

Great Barrier Reef

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The Great Barrier Reef is one of the world’s most remarkable natural wonders, encompassing a vast and intricate system of coral reefs, marine species, and interconnected ecosystems that sustain life. Covering approximately 10 percent of the planet’s coral reef ecosystems, it is recognised as one of the most complex and well-known natural systems on Earth. The reef comprises diverse habitats, supporting an incredible array of marine biodiversity. Queensland is home to this globally significant icon, which harbors unique and irreplaceable species, playing a vital role in the health of the ocean and the well-being of local communities.

Indicators

The Great Barrier Reef cross-cutting theme brings together key indicators from all themes in one place, creating a complete picture of the Reef’s health and the pressures it faces. By combining this information, readers can better understand how different factors are connected. This approach provides a clearer, more comprehensive view of the Reef’s overall condition.

Management responses

Management responses are the actions or initiatives undertaken to protect, maintain and restore environmental assets, as well as those that prevent, mitigate or adapt to changes in the environment. They are generally developed in reaction to the observed or anticipated pressures and impacts, or the state of the environment. They act in a multitude of ways, either individually or, more often, in concert with one another to bring about environmental change.

Case studies

Case studies are a detailed examination of a specific project or program being undertaken by or for the Queensland Government.

Interactive dashboard

Explore the status and trends in Queensland's environmental asset by theme and sub-theme. Where available, use the regional filters to sort the data by Local Government area, Bioregion or Drainage division. Use the PowerBI interactive dashboard to view the data how you would like.