Great Southern Reef Foundation

A voice and vision for Australia’s temperate reefs.

Closer than you think

8,000 kilometres

of kelp forests.

Kelp forests, rocky reefs and extraordinary marine life stretch around Australia’s temperate coast. This is the Great Southern Reef.

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FILM & COMMUNITY

A film about kelp loss, urchins and the people working on possible solutions.

COLLABORATIVE SCIENCE

A group of researchers working together to better understand the changing reef.

FOOD & CONSERVATION

Connecting chefs, suppliers and curious eaters to a sustainable seafood.

Research • education • community

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