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🌊 It’s #CoastcareWeek24. Celebrate the incredible work of volunteers, Traditional Owners, scientists & communities protecting our coasts. This year’s theme, Landcare is for Everyone (L.I.F.E), reminds us that every action counts. Join in & make a difference! #Coastcare

Monitoring migratory shorebirds is vital to managing avian influenza risks. A new NESP project uses citizen science and tracking data to model virus pathways into Australia. Learn more: nespmarinecoastal.edu.au/gkqc

As 2024 wraps up, we want to thank everyone who supported, collaborated, and contributed to the Marine and Coastal Hub 🙏. Check out some highlights in our recent newsletter: nespmarinecoastal.edu.au/24h4 Wishing you a safe holiday season and a bright 2025 🎄🎇.

Wetlands protect from floods, store #BlueCarbon & support biodiversity. This #WorldWetlandsDay, celebrate their importance & efforts to restore these vital ecosystems.

#WorldWhaleDay highlights the challenges whales face. The Hub is working to protect whales through science & collaboration. Follow the link to learn more: nespmarinecoastal.edu.au/jrj3

Seagrass meadows are critical ecosystems. They protect coasts from erosion, store carbon & provide habitat & food. Find out more in this National Environmental Science Program NESPMarineandCoastalHub project brnw.ch/21wR213 #WorldSeagrassDay 🌊🌿 🎥 Kelsie Fractal

It’s #SeaWeek! 🌊Celebrate our oceans and explore research on Sea Country, including exciting new projects. Stay tuned for highlights this week! #SeaWeekAustralia

Protecting Sea Country in #Kakadu & #GarigGunakBarlu NP 🌊 A new project combines Traditional Knowledge & modern science to map, protect, & restore vital coastal habitats. Together, we aim for stronger ecosystems & local livelihoods. nespmarinecoastal.edu.au/ninu

A new MaC project is developing a toolkit with Indigenous rangers to monitor #seagrass habitats in northern Australia. This robust and consistent framework will help Indigenous-led conservation of these vital ecosystems. Learn more at: nespmarinecoastal.edu.au/ufkf

Over 230 participants joined the Marine & Coastal Hub's online research showcase this week, exploring topics from coastal restoration to data delivery. Thanks to all speakers and attendees!

The Great Barrier Reef faces increasing threats from climate change, cyclones, and Crown-of-Thorns Starfish (COTS). A new project aims to improve COTS control, using data & innovative surveys to protect more reefs and boost resilience. Learn more at: nespmarinecoastal.edu.au/wxjg

A groundbreaking seagrass restoration project at Cocos (Keeling) Islands shows promising results! Protection barriers are helping seagrass recover, with 20% coverage in just 3 months. A positive step for an important ecosystem.🌴 #MarineConservation #Seagrass #CocosKeelingIslands

On #WorldHeritageDay, we celebrate Kakadu NP, a World Heritage site with outstanding cultural and biodiversity values. Hub projects are helping protect this iconic site from threats like climate change and feral species. Learn more: nespmarinecoastal.edu.au

Australia’s marine research data is world-class, but not always assessment-ready. A new project aims to fill this gap to improve decision-making and environmental reporting. Learn more: nespmarinecoastal.edu.au/iyrv

🪶Today is World Migratory Bird Day 🌏 A Hub-funded project is collecting information on effective shorebird conservation. Got experience? Take the short survey and help shape a practical handbook. Learn more at: nespmarinecoastal.edu.au/o1hw

New tropical shellfish reefs are being found across northern Australia, but many remain hidden. The #GreatShellfishHunt is helping map them. Know a spot with oysters in the tropics? Report it to help protect these vital ecosystems: ozfish.org.au/projects/great…

Today we celebrate International Day for Biological Diversity🐟🦦🦈🐡 The hub works with its partner agencies to support biodiversity conservation, protection and recovery around Australia. Follow the link to learn more: nespmarinecoastal.edu.au/djuu DCCEEW

🐢 It's #WorldTurtleDay! Sea turtles rely on healthy seagrass and safe nesting sites. The Hub is mapping seagrass 🌿 and tackling feral pigs 🐖 to protect turtle habitats along Australia's coast. Learn more: nespmarinecoastal.edu.au/hem4

🌊🐄Today is #WorldDugongDay! Dugongs are iconic to northern Australia and important to Indigenous cultures. With populations under threat, the Hub is supporting Indigenous rangers using drones to monitor dugongs and seagrass. Read the story: nespmarinecoastal.edu.au/0zmn

🪸 It is #WorldReefAwarenessDay, a reminder of the vital importance of our reefs and the urgent need for their care. The Hub is working with researchers, Traditional Owners and managers to map, monitor and protect reefs across Australia, from the tropics to the temperate south.