Parts of Australia's Great Barrier Reef have been spared further heat stress after a late summer monsoon brought much-needed cooling to the world-famous coral reef off the country's east coast.

The world's largest coral reef system stretches more than 1,400 miles off the northeastern coast of Australia.

Surveys show coral cover increased in several parts of the reef, partly due to monsoons bringing cooler weather.

Great Barrier Reef faces mass bleaching and collapse as El Nino builds record strength, scientists warn - Scientists say coming event threatens to kill coral across large stretches of reef and wipe ou ...

The world's largest coral reef system is showing positive signs of recovery but experts warn severe climate challenges lay ...

A late monsoon season earlier this year provided the Great Barrier Reef with a crucial breathing space from coral bleaching, helping the world's largest reef system begin recovering from recent damage ...

A monsoon in 2026 provided the Great Barrier Reef crucial relief from heat stress and supporting initial coral recovery ...

Coral Expeditions has announced a new 11-night expedition exploring Australia's Great Barrier Reef, the world’s largest and most ecologically diverse coral reef system. Departing Bundaberg to Cairns ...

Australia's Great Barrier Reef is at a very high risk of extreme and widespread bleaching and "ecosystem collapse" linked to this year's El Niño weather phenomenon, top scientists have warned.

Breaking news headlines, stories and live updates on current affairs from across the globe. Complete coverage on the latest ...

SWIMMER Mitch Larkin has pulled out of a public appearance this weekend as he and Emily Seebohm continue to deal with the fallout from their separation. In the wake of affair allegations revealed by ...