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ReefBlitz 2026


  • Townsville, QLD Australia (map)

ReefBlitz is an annual event that brings together students, divers, fishers, scientists and conservationists as well as multiple citizen science programs to help Queensland communities collect a snapshot of information relevant to reef health - join this amazing event and explore the Museum of Underwater Art at the same time!

ReefBlitz provides an opportunity to discover, identify and record the plants and animals living in and around our Great Barrier Reef.

By participating in ReefBlitz you will:

  • Discover and document important plant and animal species across many habitats, including seagrasses, mangroves and fringing reefs

  • Contribute meaningful data and information that enhances the scope and scale of existing science and management monitoring efforts

  • Connect with local initiatives focused on taking practical steps to aid the preservation and restoration of the Great Barrier Reef and its adjoining habitats.

When: 1-8 June 2026
Where: Throughout the Great Barrier Reef World Heritage Area, including Townsville waters and MOUA, John Brewer Reef, Queensland, Australia
How: Book a diving or snorkelling trip to MOUA during 1-8 June 2026, take underwater photos of marine life and upload them to the ReefBlitz iNaturalist project
facebook.com/ReefBlitz

Don’t have an underwater camera? Don’t worry!

During our events Underwater Australasia is offering attendees discounts on underwater smartphone housings!

Use the discount code MOUA10 for 10% discount off Sportdiver products

Also works on the COMBO - SeaLife - SportDiver Pro 2500 Set - SL401 and SeaLife SportDiver Ultra Pro 2500 - SL406

This promotion will expire 1 September 2026 .

 
 

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