One of the Great Barrier Reef's biggest threats will be tackled, as the federal government ramps up efforts to protect the world heritage site.
Nutrient and pesticide run-off from nearby farms can reduce the reef's water quality, which affects seagrasses, mangroves and species reliant on the biome.
It also impacts the reef's ability to recover after bleaching events, which are occurring more frequently as climate change heats up its waters.
