Lizard Island coral death reaches 92 per cent after 2024 bleaching event, study finds Last year’s bleaching was part of a global marine heatwave that hit tropical reefs across the planet The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2025
‘They’re smart now’: Australian fishers are on tenterhooks over shark encounters. Should swimmers be worried? Increasing run-ins between anglers and the ocean’s apex predators reflects a growing unease among beachgoers. But is widespread fear justified? The Guardian - AU · Mar 21, 2025
Are shark bites on the rise and how can swimmers stay safe in Sydney? Warming temperatures push sharks closer to shore and more people into the water in what one expert calls ‘a diabolical combination’ The Guardian - AU · Jan 31, 2024
Australia’s marine parks are suffering. Here’s what we need to do Australians are ocean-loving people, with most of us living a mere half-hour drive from the coast. But our marine parks are under threat. The New Daily · Jan 8, 2023
Shocking stats show whales are lost at sea as ships wreak havoc "It's like waking up one day and having a highway next to your house." Newcastle Herald · Nov 28, 2022
Ripper flipper bite mark in water off Nobbys Topics: A mystery off Nobbys, and a study into pets and people. Newcastle Herald · Nov 14, 2022
Lake Macquarie fish face 'local declines' when coal power ends Change in the ecosystem may lead to some "local declines" in particular fish species. Newcastle Herald · Oct 25, 2022
Baby bull shark food chain surprise Mangrove habitats had limited contribution to the diet of juvenile bull sharks. Newcastle Herald · Jun 11, 2022
Sixth leatherback turtle found dead, another entangled in shark net, on NSW Central Coast The death toll of large endangered leatherback turtles has climbed to six on the NSW Central Coast in about a month, as investigations into the mysterious deaths continue. ABC News · Apr 22, 2022