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What underwater heat waves mean for the Great Barrier Reef

March 24, 2026

Australia is feeling the brunt of climate change. From more frequent and severe droughts and bushfires to cyclones and floods, climate change is impacting the country’s people, ecosystems and economy in profound ways. Not... Read More

Australia is feeling the brunt of climate change. From more frequent and severe droughts and bushfires to cyclones and...
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Earth Hour 2015: 10 reasons why climate change is the issue of the year

March 24, 2015

Earth Hour 2015 is nearly upon us and this year, more than ever, we’re thinking about why we turn off the lights: climate change. Read More

Earth Hour 2015 is nearly upon us and this year, more than ever, we’re thinking about why we turn...
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Australia sets a good example for ocean conservation and economic development, together

September 9, 2013

Canada’s oceans are a precious resource; and our marine resources have enormous and tangible economic value. But scientists and conservationists have raised serious concerns about the health of the world’s oceans. Read More

Canada’s oceans are a precious resource; and our marine resources have enormous and tangible economic value. But scientists and...
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Australia creates world’s biggest marine park network on eve of Rio+20 summit

June 14, 2012

Australia today created the world’s biggest network of marine protected areas, setting an important precedent for ocean protection as countries prepare to meet for the Rio+20 meeting on sustainable development. Read More

Australia today created the world’s biggest network of marine protected areas, setting an important precedent for ocean protection as...
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What underwater heat waves mean for the Great Barrier Reef

Earth Hour 2015: 10 reasons why climate change is the issue of the year

Australia sets a good example for ocean conservation and economic development, together

Australia creates world’s biggest marine park network on eve of Rio+20 summit

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What underwater heat waves mean for the Great Barrier Reef

Earth Hour 2015: 10 reasons why climate change is the issue of the year

Australia sets a good example for ocean conservation and economic development, together

Australia creates world’s biggest marine park network on eve of Rio+20 summit

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