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Ocean conservation and marine ecology
Science-based insights for protecting Australian waters.
Clear, evidence-based analysis for ocean advocates and marine enthusiasts. We focus on the science, policy, and actions that protect our marine ecosystems.
What we cover
- Marine biodiversity and ecosystem health
- Climate change impacts on oceans
- Conservation policy and advocacy
- Threatened species and habitat protection
What you can expect
- Evidence-based science communication
- Australian ocean conservation priorities
- Practical ways to take action
- Policy updates and research summaries
Latest posts
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Marine Plastic Pollution on Australian Beaches: The 2026 Picture
An honest update on marine plastic pollution affecting Australian beaches in 2026 — what's been measured, what's working, and where the gaps remain.
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Coral Bleaching Events 2026: What the Data Actually Shows
A grounded read of the 2026 coral bleaching event data across Australian reefs — what's happening, how it compares to recent years, and what the science tells us about recovery prospects.
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Listening to the Reef: How Machine Learning Is Changing Underwater Acoustic Monitoring
Dr Sarah Winters on the rise of AI-assisted hydrophone analysis and what it's telling researchers about Great Barrier Reef health in 2026.
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The Leafy Seadragon: Southern Australia's Strangest Endemic, and Why It Matters
Dr Sarah Winters profiles the leafy seadragon, an utterly distinctive species found only along southern Australian coasts, and discusses what its quiet decline tells us about temperate reef ecosystems.
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Marine Citizen Science in Australia: A Mid-2026 Status Check
Marine citizen science programs in Australia are delivering meaningful research outcomes in 2026. A look at what's working, where it's growing, and how to get involved.
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East Australian Current Warming: What the 2026 Data Shows
The East Australian Current continues to warm and extend further south. A look at the 2024-2026 data and what it means for marine ecosystems.
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Great Barrier Reef Status — A Mid-May 2026 Working Read
A working read of the Great Barrier Reef status in mid-May 2026 — the latest survey data, the management context, and the longer-term outlook.
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Australian Whale Migration Season 2026 — A Working Read
A working read of the 2026 humpback and southern right whale migration season along the Australian coast, with viewing tips and conservation context.
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Southern Right Whale Migration in May 2026 — Where the Sightings Are
A working observer's read of the southern right whale migration along the Australian coast in May 2026, including key viewing locations and current research.
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Marine Debris Cleanup on Australian Coasts in May 2026 — What's Working
A working read of marine debris cleanup activity on Australian coasts in May 2026, the types of debris recovered, and the patterns underneath the headline numbers.
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Coral Spawning Monitoring in Australian Waters — May 2026 Field Notes
The autumn coral spawning windows on Australian reefs have been monitored intensively in 2026. Here is what the field data is showing.
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Marine Protected Areas in Australia — A May 2026 Status Read
Australia's marine protected area network has continued to evolve through 2025 and into 2026. Here is the May read on what is in place and what is being added.
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Marine Heatwaves Along the East Australian Current: 2025-26 Summer Wrap
The 2025-26 summer saw significant marine heatwave activity along the EAC. The implications for fisheries, reef ecosystems, and coastal habitats.
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Microplastic Research in Australian Waters: The 2026 State of Knowledge
Microplastic pollution in Australian marine systems continues to be a research priority. A current snapshot of what we know in mid-2026.
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Coral IVF on the Reef: The 2026 Restoration Numbers
Coral assisted reproduction techniques on the Great Barrier Reef are past the demonstration phase. The latest numbers say a lot about what scaling looks like.