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From protection to partnership: the Reef management journey ft. Dr Ian Poiner

From protection to partnership: the Reef management journey ft. Dr Ian Poiner

Update: 2025-06-25
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In this special 50th anniversary episode, we take a look back, and forward at how the

Great Barrier Reef has been cared for over the past five decades. Joining us is Dr Ian

Poiner, long-time marine scientist and Chair of the Reef Authority board.

Often described as the best-managed reef in the world, the Great Barrier Reef’s story is

one of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement, drawing on the latest

science, Traditional Knowledge, and decades of dedicated management. A lot has

changed since the Marine Park was first established, and that journey is far from over.

In this episode, we explore how Reef management has evolved, what it looks like

today, and the hopeful path we’re on for the next 50 years.

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From protection to partnership: the Reef management journey ft. Dr Ian Poiner

From protection to partnership: the Reef management journey ft. Dr Ian Poiner