Like all the world’s coral reefs, the Great Barrier Reef is under threat. Climate change, storm damage, crown-of-thorns starfish (COTS) outbreaks and pollution have all impacted the Reef over recent years. But even having suffered all this, the world’s largest living organism is still a spectacular sight. With all of our help, the Reef will not only survive but thrive. 

Luckily, the largest coral reef in the world is also the best-managed reef in the world. Education programs, plastic pollution control, COTS eradication, coral nurseries, renewable energy development and responsible stewardship by marine park tourism organisations all contribute to helping save the Great Barrier Reef.

There’s also plenty we can all do to protect the Great Barrier Reef – both when we visit and in our own home.

Here are the best ways you can help save our Great Barrier Reef for future generations.

• Come and see the Great Barrier Reef 

• Stay at an eco resort

• Learn about the Reef

• Reduce plastic usage

• Use eco-friendly beauty products