From protection to partnership: the Reef management journey ft. Dr Ian Poiner
In this special 50th anniversary episode, we take a look back, and forward at how theGreat Barrier Reef has been cared for over the past five decades. Joining us is Dr IanPoiner, long-time marine scientist and Chair of the Reef Authority board. Often described as the best-managed reef in the world, the Great Barrier Reef’s story isone of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, drawing on the latestscience, Traditional Knowledge, and decades of dedicated management. A lot haschanged since the Marine Park was first established, and that journey is far from over.In this episode, we explore how Reef management has evolved, what it looks liketoday, and the hopeful path we’re on for the next 50 years.
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Saving the Great Barrier Reef: How a movement became a Marine Park ft. Rohan Lloyd
Protecting the Reef isn’t just about science. It’s about people, passion, and persistence. The fight to save the Reef started with everyday Australians who cared enough to act, and 50 years later, that same spirit is just as important. The Reef’s story is our story, and it’s still being written.We're diving into a truly special episode, marking 50 years since the establishment of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Act, a milestone in environmental protection that helped shape how we care for this natural wonder. To help us explore the deep history and human story behind one of Australia’s greatest environmental achievements, we're joined by Dr Rohan Lloyd, historian and author of Saving the Reef. From protest movements to policy breakthroughs, Rohan brings the past to life and helps us understand how far we've come in protecting the Reef.
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State of the Reef: Between two scientists ft. Dr David Wachenfeld and Dr Roger Beeden
The Great Barrier Reef has faced its share of challenges recently, from tropical cyclones to flood plumes and coral bleaching. In the season opener of Reef in Focus season two, we bring together two leading experts: Dr Roger Beeden, Chief Scientist at the Reef Authority, and Dr David Wachenfeld, Research Program Director at the Australian Institute of Marine Science.Join us as we go beyond the headlines to discuss everything from monitoring to management, unpack the impact of recent events on the Reef, and discuss what lies ahead for the summer. It's a must-listen for anyone passionate about the science behind protecting one of the world’s most iconic ecosystems.More: reefauthority.gov.au/podcast
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Scratching the surface on the Great Southern Plan ft. Ian Walker
Together with the Traditional Owner groups of the southern Great Barrier Reef, we have embarked on a new chapter in Marine Park management by developing a Southern Plan of Management for the area south of approximately Midge Point to the southern boundary of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park.Reef Authority General Manager Ian Walker joined us to talk about the Southern Plan of Management, including what a plan of management means, how it will safeguard the Reef, who's involved, and what it means for Reef users.More: reefauthority,gov.au/podcast
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The origin of zoning ft. Josh Thomas
This year will mark 20 years of Marine Park Zoning, but did you know that that the history of zoning on the Great Barrier Reef actually dates back to the early 80s? Reef Authority CEO Josh Thomas was in the hot seat for Episode 7 of the Reef in Focus Podcast to discuss the modern Marine Park Zoning Plan, from its early origins, inception, to the incredible benefits now being witnessed right across the Reef. To hear more, along with the perils of being a New South Welshman living in North Queensland when the other 'Origin' rolls around, check out the latest episode of Reef in Focus. More: reefauthority,gov.au/podcast
Welcome to the Reef Authority's 'Reef in Focus' podcast, where we tackle the big topics of the Great Barrier Reef. You can listen to episodes on our website or on your favourite podcast platform. Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and review our podcast and share it with your friends. Thank you for listening and stay tuned for more episodes.
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