Great Southern Reef Foundation

A voice and vision for Australia’s temperate reefs.

Closer than you think

8,000 kilometres

of kelp forests

Kelp forests, rocky reefs and extraordinary marine life stretch around Australia’s temperate coast. This is the Great Southern Reef.

explore the reef

Watch • Read • Discover

Stories from the reef

FEATURE FILM

A sea lion’s view of the reef

Follow Australian sea lions underwater, through cameras that reveal their world.

A sea lion’s view of the reef.

Watch on YouTube


RESEARCH • SEAWEEDS


SCIENCE • REEF MONITORING

the great southern reef foundation

Our Work

A film about kelp loss, urchins and the people working on possible solutions.

FILM & COMMUNITY

A group of researchers working together to better understand the changing reef.

COLLABORATIVE SCIENCE

Connecting chefs, suppliers and curious eaters to a sustainable seafood.

FOOD & CONSERVATION


Research • education • community

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Support our work, share what you discover or get involved in your community.


Find a project and put your observations to work.


Explore resources for teaching and learning.


Start a conversation in your community.

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