Connecting people to the Great Southern Reef through science, storytelling and community.
What we do
Our mission is to inspire and empower society to protect and sustain Australia’s Great Southern Reef by promoting recognition, stewardship, and sustainable actions through impactful education, community engagement, and collaborative science.
How we create impact
Our approach connects knowledge, creativity and community to inspire a healthier future for the Great Southern Reef.
Science. Stories. Action.
We support and communicate research that helps us better understand the GSR and the challenges it faces.
science
We turn knowledge into powerful stories, films, resources and experiences that connect people to the reef and inspire action.
storytelling
We bring people together and create opportunities to collaborate, participate and take meaningful action for the reef.
community
Our work in action
from ideas to impact
SCIENCE • RESEARCH • COLLABORATION
The Great Southern Reef Research Partnership is a collaboration between universities, management agencies, and NGOs from across Australia, is taking a whole-of-system approach to safeguard the critical functions, fisheries, and biodiversity of the Great Southern Reef.
Great Southern Reef Research Partnership
FILM • SCIENCE COMMUNICATION
white rock
An award-winning documentary revealing the longspined sea urchin crisis threatening Australia's kelp forests—and exploring how ecological restoration and economic opportunity can go hand in hand.
CONSERVATION • FOOD • BEHAVIOUR CHANGE
Turning an ecological challenge into an opportunity, Eat An Urchin connects people with the chefs, harvesters and businesses helping create demand for Australia's overabundant longspined sea urchins.
eat an urchin
Bringing art, photography and community together to celebrate the Great Southern Reef and create space for connection, reflection and resilience during environmental change.
reef resilience Art & Photo competition
ART • COMMUNITY • CONNECTION
better outcomes happen together.
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GSR FAQ
What is the Great Southern Reef? What is unique about it? and how is climate change affecting it? Find out answers, ask your own question and more.
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PARTNERS
Our partners help bring bold ideas to life. They power collaborations, support impact campaigns, and help share Great Southern Reef stories far and wide.
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EDUCATOR HUB
Looking to deepen your knowledge on the rich biodiversity found in Australia's temperate reefs? This space is designed for you.
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