Human-induced climate change is the primary threat to the Great Barrier Reef and poor water quality can exacerbate climate-related impacts. Good water quality is critical for healthy and resilient coral reefs and supports recovery from disturbances such as mass bleaching and extreme weather events. Poor water quality continues to have […]

Seagrass meadows are a key ecosystem of the Great Barrier Reef and are currently in a poor to moderate condition mostly due to tropical cyclones, land-based runoff and climate change. Good water quality is critical for healthy and resilient seagrass meadows and supports recovery after acute disturbances such as extreme

Wetlands are important for sustaining the health and resilience of the Great Barrier Reef and provide many benefits to society and the environment. Historical loss of wetland extent has been significant for some wetland types in some regions. Natural and near-natural wetlands, and healthy rivers have the potential to support